The Iran war is now fuelling a fresh flashpoint between global superpowers. The United States Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has warned Chinese banks of possible secondary sanctions over alleged links to Iranian financial flows, marking a sharp escalation in economic pressure on Tehran—and raising stakes with Beijing. Washington says it is closely monitoring transactions that could be tied to Iran’s oil trade and suspected support networks. US Treasury officials have reportedly reached out to at least two Chinese banks, cautioning that any proof of Iran-linked funds could trigger strict penalties. The move could directly impact China’s energy security, as Iranian oil makes up a notable share of its imports. At the same time, the US push to restrict Iranian ports and shipping lanes—especially around the Strait of Hormuz—may further disrupt global oil supply chains. Meanwhile, former US President Donald Trump has claimed that China has agreed not to supply weapons to Iran, even as tensions simmer ahead of potential high-level talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping.

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