China, Russia, Iran Pact to Counter US Influence Amid Escalating Tensions

China, Russia, and Iran have signed a pact to enhance economic, defense, and strategic cooperation, signaling a move towards a new multipolar order. The agreement, not a mutual defense treaty like NATO's Article 5, aims to counter Western influence and reduce reliance on the Western financial system.

This pact follows previous bilateral agreements between Iran and Russia, including a 20-year comprehensive strategic partnership treaty. The US has accused Iran of violating the 2015 nuclear deal, leading to heightened tensions.

The pact is seen as a way for Iran to resist sanctions and strengthen its position against military threats. However, experts caution that the pact may have limitations, as Russia and China remain cautious about deeper involvement in Iran's conflicts with the West.