Trump thanks China's Xi, Russia's Putin for being 'neutral' in Iran war

U.S. President Donald Trump expressed gratitude to Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin, describing them as "neutral" during the recent conflict with Iran. Speaking at the Group of Seven conference in Evian-les-Bains, France, Trump credited their non-intervention for helping to curb Tehran's nuclear ambitions and facilitating a ceasefire agreement.

"I want to thank China, President Xi. I was with him, and he stayed neutral, totally neutral, and I appreciate it," Trump told reporters. "And I want to thank Vladimir Putin, he was very neutral. They could have made it much more difficult for us."

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I want to thank China, President Xi. I was with him, and he stayed neutral, totally neutral, and I appreciate it.

Trump's remarks stood in stark contrast to his public criticisms of U.S. allies, whom he accused of not providing sufficient support for the military operation or efforts to secure the Strait of Hormuz. This stance highlights a complex geopolitical dynamic, as both Moscow and Beijing maintain ties with Tehran, with Russia expressing concerns about a potential nuclear arms race and Beijing condemning U.S. actions as a violation of Iran's sovereignty.

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And I want to thank Vladimir Putin, he was very neutral. They could have made it much more difficult for us.