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How China is eyeing a bigger diplomatic role in the Middle East amid the Iran conflict
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3:09Now PlayingChina is criticizing a U.S. military blockade of Iranian ports and pushing back against reports that it’s arming Iran while also suggesting peace proposals in the Gaza Strip. NBC News’ Matt Bradley reports on how China has taken on a bigger role in the region amid the conflict between the U.S. and Iran.
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