US Intelligence: China Taking More Active Role in Iran War Beyond Diplomacy

US intelligence assessments conclude that China is taking a more active role in the Iran war, the New York Times reported on April 11, 2026. The assessment goes beyond China's previously noted diplomatic positioning around ceasefire talks, signaling a deeper operational or material involvement in the conflict. The development raises significant concerns among US policymakers about potential Chinese support to Iran — including intelligence sharing, dual-use material flows, or back-channel strategic coordination — at a time when the US is engaged in active ceasefire negotiations in Islamabad.