Trump Presses China to End Iran Support Amid Conflicting Diplomatic Signals

Key Facts

1President Trump pressed Chinese President Xi Jinping to end China’s support for Iran amid the ongoing conflict.

2China assured the US it would stop support, while Tehran claimed Beijing privately pledged to maintain ties.

President Donald Trump pressed Chinese President Xi Jinping to end China’s support for Iran amid the ongoing conflict. Benzinga reported that while China assured the US it would stop its support, Tehran claimed that Beijing has privately pledged to maintain ties.

The direct warning comes as the US seeks to isolate Iran economically and militarily, viewing Chinese support as a critical obstacle to de-escalation. In a related economic context, China's Prime Rate remained at 3% as of September 20, 2026, reflecting steady monetary conditions in Beijing alongside these geopolitical tensions.