US-Iran War: China’s ‘Carrier Killer’ Missile For Iran? YJ-12 Could Change Gulf Power Balance

Speculation is growing over whether Iran could gain access to China’s powerful YJ-12 anti-ship missile, often dubbed a “carrier killer.” If deployed, the supersonic weapon could dramatically increase threats to U.S. naval forces and aircraft carriers operating in the Gulf. Analysts say potential cooperation between Tehran, Beijing, and even Russian intelligence could reshape the regional military balance, raising concerns in Washington and among U.S. allies about the future of naval warfare in the Middle East.