Trump says Xi agrees Iran must open strait, but no sign China will weigh in
U.S. President Donald Trump stated that Chinese President Xi Jinping agreed on the necessity for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, although China has not committed to taking action. The Strait is crucial for global oil supply, and its closure has led to significant economic disruptions. Iran has indicated it will not reopen the strait until the U.S. ends its blockade, while Trump has expressed frustration and a desire for a deal.
- ▪Trump mentioned that Xi agreed Iran must reopen the Strait of Hormuz, but China has not shown willingness to intervene.
- ▪The closure of the strait has caused a major oil supply crisis, affecting global prices.
- ▪Iran has stated it will not unblock the strait until the U.S. ends its blockade.
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U.S. President Donald Trump speaks to the press aboard Air Force One en route to the U.S. following his official visit with President Xi Jinping in China, May 15. Reuters-YonhapABOARD AIR FORCE ONE/DUBAI — U.S. President Donald Trump said Chinese President Xi Jinping had agreed Tehran must reopen the Strait of Hormuz, though China gave no indication it would weigh in. Flying back from Beijing on Friday after two days of talks with Xi, Trump said he was considering whether to lift U.S. sanctions on Chinese oil companies buying Iranian oil.
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