Trump rejects claims Russia and China are aiding Iran
Trump said he doubts Moscow and Beijing are backing Tehran in the war, arguing both have far more to lose by doing so.
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What happened
U.S. President Donald Trump said he does not believe Russia or China is helping Iran in its conflict with the United States and Israel. He said both countries have too much to lose by doing so. Trump called such fears comments from the Radical Left, and said any help would be at a very low level.
Why it matters
Trump's stance comes amid reports that Chinese and Russian entities supplied Iran with intelligence used in attacks on U.S. troops. His administration is also deepening energy and trade ties with both countries.
Timeline
- Oct 13, 2:01 AM ET: Trump dismissed claims that Russia and China are helping Iran, saying he does not believe it.
- Oct 13, 6:49 AM ET: Trump criticized commentators pushing the claims and said any help from the two countries would be at a very low level.
- Oct 13, 1:32 PM ET: Trump said late Monday that China and Russia have too much to lose to enable Iran in the ongoing conflict.
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