Russia, China and Iran - a New Axis? - Kings and Generals DOCUMENTARY

Summary by Krater

This video examines the history and current state of geopolitical relations between Russia, China, and Iran, analyzing whether their cooperation can form a permanent anti-Western alliance or remains merely situational.

From the video

Answers: Can Russia, China, and Iran form a strong permanent alliance against the West?

• Russia-China relations
• Russia-Iran relations
• Sino-Iranian relations
• Geopolitical alliances
• Multipolar world order
• Sanctions circumvention
• Military cooperation
• Energy trade in Eurasia

What it concludes

• Russia, China, and Iran share a state-centric vision of international order centered on sovereignty and non-interference, opposing Western liberal norms.
• Economic and trade relations between Russia and China have steadily improved, surpassing $100 billion in turnover.
• Sanctions have driven Russia and Iran closer together to avoid economic isolation and boost mutual trade.
• Military cooperation between Russia and China has deepened significantly through joint exercises and arms sales.
• While these three countries cooperate extensively to counter US influence, differing national interests and the lack of a shared liberal democratic ideology prevent them from becoming a fully fledged, stable military alliance like NATO.