According to the Wall Street Journal, certain Chinese entities may have shared satellite images of a military base in Jordan with Iran before and after an Iranian strike that resulted in the deaths of three U.S. soldiers. The report suggests that these images could have provided Iran with intelligence about the location and timing of the attack. However, U.S. President Donald Trump has downplayed the significance of the report. Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One after the Wall Street Journal article was published, Trump said, "You know, when they say China is spying on us, I say you're right, and we spy on them too." He added, "That's what we do. Basically, they do what we do."
The allegations come amid growing concerns about the role of foreign powers in regional conflicts. In May, the U.S. government imposed sanctions on three Chinese-based satellite companies, accusing them of supporting Iranian military operations through the provision of satellite imagery and other intelligence. These companies are believed to have provided Iran with data that could be used for targeting or monitoring military activities.
China and Iran maintain a strong economic and diplomatic relationship, with China being one of Iran's largest buyers of oil and a key ally in international forums. The two countries have cooperated on various projects, including infrastructure and energy development, despite international sanctions on Iran. This relationship has raised questions about the extent of China's influence in the Middle East and its potential role in regional security issues.
A state visit by Chinese President Xi Jinping to the United States is scheduled for late September, marking a significant diplomatic event. The visit is expected to address a range of issues, including trade, security, and regional stability. With tensions over intelligence sharing and military activities in the region, the meeting between Trump and Xi could highlight the complex dynamics between the two nations and their respective allies.
U.S. President Trump Comments on Alleged Chinese Intelligence Sharing with Iran
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- 🇫🇷France Info
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- 🇫🇷France 24



