Trump says he asked China’s Xi not to give Iran weapons
Summary
Donald Trump asked Chinese President Xi Jinping not to supply weapons to Iran, with Xi denying such support. Trump also stated his intention to keep the Strait of Hormuz open despite tensions and noted that oil market shifts due to the Iran war and Venezuela changes would not affect his planned meeting with Xi.
Key Points
- Donald Trump sent a letter to Chinese President Xi Jinping requesting China not to provide weapons to Iran.
- Xi Jinping responded, denying that China is supplying weapons to Tehran.
- Trump stated he does not expect the war in Iran or changes in Venezuela to impact his upcoming meeting with Xi.
- Trump claimed to be permanently opening the Strait of Hormuz and highlighted the ongoing uncertainty of shipping through it.
- The US has enacted a blockade on shipping from Iranian ports, halting sea trade in and out of Iran.
