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Meanwhile, Chinese official sources attempted to frame the conflict as a display of Israel’s military dominance, with some media claiming Iran’s retaliation was limited or ineffective. Notable commentary by Chinese state television host Shu Jen Yi portrayed Iran as incapable of effective retaliation, comparing Israel and the US’s actions to a playground fight. Online discussions included debates about whether Iran's military capabilities are overstated or underestimated in the media, with some users casting doubts about Iran's ability to mount a serious counterattack.