U.S. President Donald Trump has downplayed concerns about Beijing’s support for Iran, suggesting the communist regime’s backing might be limited.
“I think maybe helping, but I don’t think much,” Trump told Fox News on April 26 when asked about China’s aid to Iran. “I think China could have been much worse than they’ve been, so I don’t consider them having been very bad.”
As Tehran’s top oil customer and largest trading partner, Beijing has attracted international attention for its possible behind-the-scenes involvement in the Middle East conflicts.
Suspicions have been growing in recent weeks that Iran might be counting on the Chinese regime to help rebuild its defense sectors, especially in light of Trump’s remarks last week about the U.S. capturing China’s “gift” to Iran….