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The statement affects U.S. foreign policy calculations and potential escalation risks in the Middle East. It touches civil liberties through implications for sanctions enforcement and trade restrictions that influence energy prices.

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Politics al-monitor.com · Jul 24, 2026 16:46 UTC

Trump trusts Russia China not to aid Iran

President Trump expressed confidence that Russia and China would not assist Iran during current U.S. tensions. The remark came amid ongoing diplomatic maneuvering in the region.