Iran war briefing: Trump and Xi discuss ending war as tensions rise in Strait of Hormuz
🔴 Tension RisingThe Independent2026-05-15
Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping agreed on conditions for ending the war in Iran during Trump's state visit to Beijing, emphasizing opposition to Iranian nuclear weapons and the need for the Strait of Hormuz to remain open. Trump claimed they 'settled a lot of different problems' and Xi promised not to supply military equipment to Iran. Recent incidents in the Strait of Hormuz highlight ongoing tensions.