Donald Trump holds meetings in Beijing amid US-Iran tensions
During a visit to Beijing on May 15, 2026, U.S. President Donald Trump held extensive discussions with Chinese leader Xi Jinping. The agenda included trade, the opening of the Strait of Hormuz, and the conflict with Iran. Trump reported that Xi committed to not providing military equipment to Tehran and agreed to increase purchases of American agricultural products, energy, and 200 Boeing aircraft. While the White House describes the Iran-U.S. truce as fragile, Trump warned that military operations could resume if necessary, emphasizing that Iran must not acquire nuclear weapons. Iranian officials, including spokesperson Fatemeh Mohajerani, stated that despite the ongoing standoff, they remain focused on diplomatic solutions while maintaining their defensive posture. President Masoud Pezeshkian of Iran also expressed that negotiations remain possible despite mutual distrust. The U.S. and China agreed on the necessity of keeping the Strait of Hormuz open for energy flow.