US President Donald Trump said he would be “quite disappointed” if Chinese President Xi Jinping broke a personal promise not to supply weapons to Iran, even as he renewed attacks on former health official Anthony Fauci over COVID-19 origins. Trump’s comments came as Fauci testified before a US Senate committee.
Trump reiterated that Xi had personally assured him Beijing would not sell arms to Tehran. The warning follows a Reuters report that Iran is expected to receive 300 to 400 Chinese-made weapons, though details remain unclear. Trump did not provide evidence of any broken promise.
Separately, Trump revived his accusation that Fauci helped shield China from scrutiny over the pandemic’s origins. Fauci, who led the US COVID-19 response, faced questioning from lawmakers. The hearing touched on allegations that Fauci facilitated Chinese cover-ups, though no proof was offered.
The dual statements highlight Trump’s continued focus on China policy and pandemic grievances. No official response from Beijing or Tehran has been reported.