Trump says US stopped ship delivering Chinese 'gift' to Iran
US-Iran war news: United States forces have intercepted a vessel carrying a shipment from China to Iran. President Donald Trump stated the cargo was a "gift" intended for Iran. This comes as Iran seeks to replenish its military supplies during a c...
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Washington: President Donald Trump on Tuesday said US forces intercepted a ship carrying a "gift" to Iran from China as Tehran tries to restock its military during a ceasefire period.
The ship had "a gift from China" which "wasn't very nice," Trump told CNBC. "I was a little surprised," he added, saying he thought he had an "understanding" with China's President Xi Jinping.
Also read: Ready to go military': Trump rules out extending Iran ceasefire, says US in strong negotiating position
A week ago, Trump announced that Xi had assured him there would be no Chinese weapons deliveries to Iran, a close partner with Beijing for years.
The ship had "a gift from China" which "wasn't very nice," Trump told CNBC. "I was a little surprised," he added, saying he thought he had an "understanding" with China's President Xi Jinping.
Also read: Ready to go military': Trump rules out extending Iran ceasefire, says US in strong negotiating position
A week ago, Trump announced that Xi had assured him there would be no Chinese weapons deliveries to Iran, a close partner with Beijing for years.
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