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Trump warns China, Russia against Iran conflict involvement
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Trump warns China, Russia against Iran conflict involvement

From Arab Times · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Former US President Donald Trump warned China and Russia against intervening in the conflict with Iran.
  • Trump stated that any involvement would be detrimental to both nations.
  • He noted that Chinese President Xi Jinping had assured him that China would not supply weapons to Iran.

Former US President Donald Trump issued a stern warning to China and Russia, cautioning them against any involvement in the ongoing conflict with Iran. Trump stated on his Truth Social platform that any participation by these nations would be "very bad for them."

any participation would be “very bad for them.”

— Donald TrumpWarning China and Russia against involvement in the conflict with Iran.

While expressing his belief that neither China nor Russia is currently involved in the conflict, Trump highlighted assurances he received from Chinese President Xi Jinping. According to Trump, Xi Jinping promised that China and its companies would not supply weapons to Iran. Trump reiterated his stance, emphasizing that arming Tehran would not align with the interests of either Beijing or Moscow.

Chinese President Xi Jinping had assured him that China and Chinese companies would not supply weapons to Iran.

— Donald TrumpStating assurances received from the Chinese President regarding arms sales to Iran.

These remarks come amid heightened regional tensions and international scrutiny regarding foreign support for Iran during the conflict. Trump's warning underscores his administration's focus on isolating Iran and preventing external powers from escalating the situation.

arming Tehran would not serve the interests of either Beijing or Moscow

— Donald TrumpExplaining why external involvement in arming Iran is not beneficial for China or Russia.
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Originally published by Arab Times in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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