Trump Dismisses Reports of Chinese Satellite Images Aiding Iran
Summary
Donald Trump dismissed reports that Chinese entities provided satellite images to Iran before and after an Iranian missile attack that killed three US soldiers in Jordan. The episode could deepen tensions between Washington and Beijing ahead of Xi Jinping’s visit to the White House.
Key Points
- Donald Trump said the US and China both spy on each other after reports that Chinese entities helped Iran with satellite images.
- Three US soldiers were killed in an Iranian missile attack on the Muafaq Salty Air Base in Jordan on July 17.
- The Wall Street Journal reported that Chinese officials demanded proof of the image transfer and that Chinese companies denied involvement.
- The report comes as tensions rise ahead of Xi Jinping’s planned White House visit and amid US sanctions on China-based satellite companies.
