What if US ground forces march into Iran? Chinese experts weigh the risks
South China Morning Post • 3/23/2026
Summary
Chinese analysts have stated that potential US ground operations against Iran could constrain Tehran, but the chances of reopening the Strait of Hormuz remain "highly uncertain." They warned that such escalation could lead to heavy casualties, with one analyst suggesting that Iran "might even welcome" close combat. US President Donald Trump announced a five-day halt to military strikes on Iranian power plants via social media, coinciding with a 48-hour deadline.
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