The key facts

  • Trump on Truth Social: does not believe China and Russia are helping Iran
  • In his words, "they have a lot to lose, and we would find out about it very quickly"
  • Beijing condemned US actions, Moscow warned of the threat of the conflict expanding

Trump's Statement

US President Donald Trump said he does not believe that China and Russia are helping Iran. The corresponding post appeared on his page on the social network Truth Social. According to him, even if such help exists, it is being provided at a very low level. "Even if they are helping, it's at a very low level. But I don't believe they are helping at all. They have a lot to lose, and we would find out about it very quickly," Trump wrote.

Context of Beijing's and Moscow's Positions

China and Russia maintain close political and economic ties with Iran. Both countries have spoken about the situation in the Middle East from positions that differ from the US approach: Beijing condemned US military actions against Iran and called for respect for its sovereignty, while Moscow warned that an expansion of the conflict could pose a serious threat to regional security.

Discussion of Military Assistance

Amid the conflict, claims and assumptions are being discussed that China and Russia are providing Iran with military assistance. Trump, having expressed disbelief that such support exists, emphasized that if the two countries are helping Tehran, this will soon become known.