China & Hamas
78 shared events · Importance 5 · Last updated Aug 21, 2026
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International
China: Chinese shipping giants halted tanker transits through Hormuz, reducing oil flow and adding to supply concerns.
Hamas: Hamas attacked by Israel and called on mediators to compel Israel to approve a road map, amid ongoing Gaza conflict.
Aug 17, 2026 · 33 articles
International
China: Now viewed more favorably than the U.S. in most surveyed countries, enhancing its soft power and global standing.
Hamas: U.S. handling of Israeli-Hamas war cited as factor in declining U.S. favorability.
Jul 15, 2026 · 22 articles
International
China: China, as Iran's largest trading partner, quietly used its influence to help find a path toward a ceasefire between the United States and Iran.
Hamas: Iran stood by Hamas after the October 7 attack, which ultimately led to the defanging of the Iran-backed group in Gaza.
Apr 07, 2026 · 79 articles
unfocused
China: China is a focus of U.S. defense policy in the Indo-Pacific, with U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth softening past comments but maintaining commitment to regional security.
Hamas: Hamas has been targeted by Israeli airstrikes, with its military leaders being killed, impacting the ongoing conflict in Gaza.
May 19, 2026 · 199 articles
International
China: China's factory activity expanded due to stockpiling, but it is also a source of global trade imbalances and faces pressure from G7 nations regarding its industrial policies.
Hamas: Hamas is mentioned as not being disarmed, contributing to the ongoing instability in the Gaza Strip.
May 05, 2026 · 374 articles
International
China: China, as Iran's top trading partner, is involved in discussions to resolve the Middle East crisis, with Pakistani officials visiting to discuss mediation efforts.
Hamas: Hamas's October 7, 2023 attacks and the subsequent Gaza war have significantly hardened Arab sentiment against Israel, making the expansion of the Abraham Accords unrealistic.
Jun 03, 2026 · 17 articles
International
China: China is involved as the US imposed sanctions on entities facilitating Iranian oil shipments to China, and its President Xi Jinping is scheduled to meet with Donald Trump.
Hamas: Hamas>>> is an Iranian-backed proxy group in Gaza Strip>>> that Israel>>> expects Iran>>> to boost with sanctions relief, further complicating regional stability.
May 02, 2026 · 472 articles
International
China: Ambassador met with Iranian officials; China is a major oil importer affected by Hormuz closure.
Hamas: Iran-backed group in Gaza, involved in conflict with Israel, and included in Trump's compensation demands.
Jul 28, 2026 · 318 articles
International
China: Held direct talks with Houthis to secure safe passage for its tankers; called for renewed negotiations.
Hamas: Named Khalil al-Hayya as leader; war with Israel ongoing.
Mar 09, 2018 · 462 articles
International
China: China>>> is a significant economic partner for Iran>>> and has been involved in diplomatic efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Its tankers are now transiting the strait under new Iranian rules.
Hamas: Hamas>>> is an Iranian-backed proxy group that Israel>>> expects Iran>>> to boost with any sanctions relief, further complicating regional stability.
Apr 20, 2026 · 607 articles
International
China: China sent a senior lawmaker, He Wei, to attend the funeral, indicating its diplomatic engagement with Iran.
Hamas: Hamas, an Iran-backed militant group, sent a delegation to the funeral, underscoring Iran's network of regional allies and its support for anti-Israel factions.
Mar 07, 2026 · 412 articles
International
China: Two Chinese tankers laden with oil exited the Strait of Hormuz, indicating a potential easing of the conflict's impact on global energy supplies, which positively affects China's energy security.
Hamas: Hamas>>> militants in Gaza are among Iran's>>> proxies. The deal includes a commitment for Iran>>> not to interfere in the domestic affairs of countries in the region, which implicitly affects Iran's>>> support for Hamas>>>.
May 19, 2026 · 327 articles
International
China: China has reduced crude imports due to the conflict, impacting global oil demand.
Hamas: Hamas's Gaza conflict sparked the broader war, but now sidelined.
Apr 20, 2026 · 709 articles
International
China: China's ample crude inventories may reduce near-term purchases, a bearish factor for oil.
Hamas: Gaza militant group that agreed to disarm, but Israeli strikes continue. Its role is separate but related to regional tensions.
Feb 08, 2026 · 380 articles
Domestic
China: China remains a major buyer of Iranian crude oil but has not provided overt military support to Iran.
Hamas: Hamas, a militant group backed by Iran, has been crushed by Israel in the Gaza Strip, weakening Iran's 'Axis of Resistance'.
Jan 04, 2026 · 6 articles
International
China: China is involved in diplomatic efforts to mediate the US-Iran conflict, with its President meeting Pakistan's Prime Minister to discuss the deal. Its role as a major global power and potential mediator is relevant to the peace process.
Hamas: Hamas>>> is an Iranian-backed militant group in Gaza that Israel>>> expects to be bolstered by any sanctions relief given to Iran>>>.
May 24, 2026 · 104 articles
International
China: China>>> has economic ties with Iran>>> and has been urged by the United States>>> to help broker a peace agreement, while also having its tankers transit the Strait of Hormuz>>>.
Hamas: Hamas>>> is an Iranian-backed proxy group that Israel>>> expects Iran>>> to boost with any sanctions relief, further complicating regional stability.
May 07, 2026 · 362 articles
International
China: China, as a major energy importer, has urged both sides to respect the ceasefire and resolve disputes peacefully, indicating its interest in regional stability and energy flows.
Hamas: Israel's war against Hamas in the Gaza Strip has contributed to the alienation of Gulf Arab states.
May 19, 2026 · 229 articles
International
China: Major buyer of Iranian oil; potential secondary sanctions could escalate tensions.
Hamas: Iran-backed group in Gaza; disarmament talks with Israel are ongoing but stalled.
Aug 15, 2026 · 122 articles
International
China: China's foreign minister called for a comprehensive ceasefire, influencing the situation due to China's close economic and political ties with Iran.
Hamas: Hamas attacks on October 7, 2023, are cited by Yair Lapid as a reason why a two-state solution for Palestinian independence is not currently viable.
May 25, 2026 · 35 articles
International
China: Two Chinese supertankers carrying Saudi oil transited the Red Sea; Chinese refiner Sinopec chartered vessels.
Hamas: Hamas's war with Israel in 2023 initially triggered Houthi attacks on Red Sea shipping.
Jul 22, 2026 · 334 articles
International
China: China was cited as a security concern in the Arctic and in defense industry discussions.
Hamas: Hamas was not a direct focus of the summit.
Apr 20, 2026 · 317 articles
International
China: China's Shanghai Composite fell 2.1%, reflecting regional risk-off sentiment and concerns about global demand.
Hamas: Hamas is mentioned as an Iran-backed group, but not directly involved in current hostilities.
Apr 20, 2026 · 304 articles
International
China: China is reportedly assisting Iran in restarting the production of critical weapons systems.
Hamas: Hamas>>> is an Iranian-backed militant group in Gaza that Israel>>> expects to be bolstered by any sanctions relief given to Iran>>>.
May 18, 2026 · 309 articles
International
China: Mentioned as competitor in infrastructure.
Hamas: Cited for Oct. 7 attacks; Malaysia — Ministry of Health (Malaysia) under Hamas reported casualties.
Apr 20, 2026 · 35 articles
Regulatory
China: China is mentioned as a potential destination for diverted sensitive technology, raising national security concerns.
Hamas: Hamas is mentioned as a proxy of Iran that the U.S. and UAE have countered.
Apr 20, 2026 · 13 articles
International
China: China is a potential alternative partner for Saudi nuclear development; the deal sidelines Chinese involvement.
Hamas: Hamas's Oct. 7 attack complicated previous normalization efforts; not directly involved now.
Mar 09, 2018 · 305 articles
International
China: A China-based oil refinery and shipping companies involved in transporting Iranian oil are facing economic sanctions from the United States.
Hamas: Hamas is mentioned in the context of Israel's actions in Gaza, but this is largely unrelated to the main event of Iran-United States peace talks.
Apr 26, 2026 · 590 articles
International
China: China is mentioned as an adversary that might become wise to Donald Trump's unpredictable negotiating strategy, having previously been subject to his tariff reversals.
Hamas: Donald Trump set deadlines for a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, but his ultimatums for Hamas to disarm have gone unheeded.
Apr 08, 2026 · 8 articles
International
China: China is listed among countries that do not recognize the International — International Criminal Court's jurisdiction, providing a comparative context for Hungary's decision.
Hamas: Allegations of war crimes in Israel's war against Hamas in Gaza led to the International — International Criminal Court's arrest warrant for Benjamin Netanyahu, indirectly influencing Hungary's stance on the court.
May 27, 2026 · 21 articles
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