President Trump Discusses Strait of Hormuz with Xi, No Chinese Commitment
U.S. President Donald Trump, returning from a visit to China, stated that Chinese President Xi Jinping agreed that Iran must reopen the Strait of Hormuz. However, China has not indicated any intention to pressure Iran on this matter. The Strait of Hormuz, a critical passage for global oil supply, has been effectively shut by Iran, leading to a significant oil supply crisis. Trump is considering lifting U.S. sanctions on Chinese oil companies buying Iranian oil, as China is the largest buyer of Iranian oil. Despite discussions, Xi did not commit to any specific actions regarding Iran, and China's foreign ministry criticized the ongoing conflict.