Summary
- US President Donald Trump has indicated that he may hold discussions with Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin over possible ways to end the ongoing war against Iran, suggesting that diplomatic engagement with major world powers could form part of Washington’s broader strategy.
- Trump also claimed that US measures against Iran were producing results, saying Washington was increasing pressure on Tehran by disrupting its supply routes.
- The president further claimed that a naval blockade had already restricted maritime supply routes, adding that the combined measures would tighten economic and logistical pressure on Tehran.
US President Donald Trump has indicated that he may hold discussions with Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin over possible ways to end the ongoing war against Iran, suggesting that diplomatic engagement with major world powers could form part of Washington’s broader strategy.
Speaking to reporters in West Palm Beach, Florida, Trump said he expected to meet the Chinese and Russian leaders next week on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit in Shenzhen, China.
The US president said the anticipated meetings would cover a range of international issues, including nuclear non-proliferation and the situation surrounding Iran. He indicated that discussions could also focus on bringing an end to the conflict, although he did not provide details about any specific diplomatic proposals or possible terms for a settlement.
Trump also claimed that US measures against Iran were producing results, saying Washington was increasing pressure on Tehran by disrupting its supply routes. He maintained that the American strategy aimed to restrict Iran’s access to essential supplies through both land and sea routes.
According to Trump, the United States has launched an operation named ‘Iron Gate’ to block supply movements into Iran through its land borders. He said the operation would prevent goods and supplies from entering the country through overland routes.
The president further claimed that a naval blockade had already restricted maritime supply routes, adding that the combined measures would tighten economic and logistical pressure on Tehran. However, he did not provide further operational details about the scope of the campaign or its potential impact.
Trump’s remarks come amid heightened tensions over the conflict with Iran, as Washington continues to pursue measures aimed at weakening Tehran’s ability to sustain its operations. His suggestion of discussions with Beijing and Moscow also highlights the potential role of major international powers in efforts to address the crisis.
China and Russia maintain significant diplomatic and strategic ties with Iran, making their positions particularly relevant to any broader international effort to resolve the conflict.
Established in 1989, APEC is a regional economic forum comprising 21 member economies, including the United States, China, Russia, Australia, Canada and Japan. Its annual meetings bring together leaders and senior officials to discuss regional economic cooperation, trade, investment and other matters of shared interest.
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