Trump says he may lift sanctions on Chinese firms buying Iranian oil

Trump indicated a potential shift in Washington’s enforcement of sanctions on Chinese firms buying Iranian oil, signaling a possible change in US policy towards Tehran’s energy exports. He also downplayed reports regarding Iran’s missile capabilities and suggested a possible agreement on a 20-year suspension of Iran’s nuclear program. The US recently intensified sanctions on Chinese entities and ships involved in Iranian oil trade, prompting a strong response from Beijing.