Trump claims China, Russia vow no weapons to Iran
President Donald Trump has claimed on Truth Social that both China and Russia assured him they are not supplying weapons to Iran, citing conversations with Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin. He framed these assurances as indicating Beijing and Moscow’s neutrality in the US-Iran conflict. Multiple outlets, however, cite intelligence and official briefings that suggest China and Russia may be providing Tehran with information or other support, challenging Trump’s unilateral assessment. Coverage also notes potential implications for energy markets, sanctions enforcement, and the use of digital assets to navigate penalties if arms transfers are avoided. The overall narrative remains a mix of Trump’s assertive diplomacy and skeptical reporting about Beijing and Moscow’s involvement. The Iran war continues to influence regional security and global energy dynamics.
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“Contradicting Hegseth, Trump claims Russia is ‘not participating’ in Iran”MS Now (MSNBC) · Jul 24, 2026
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“Trump says China, Russia assured him they are not arming Iran”KTVQ - Billings News · Jul 24, 2026