Trump-Xi trade truce tested as Iran pressure looms

Ahead of a planned Trump-Xi summit, analysts say the effort to preserve a U.S.–China trade truce will be challenged by Washington’s campaign to pressure Iran; China’s Sun Yun argues Beijing won’t back a hard push that would destroy Iran’s economy, instead signaling limited cooperation (such as reducing oil imports) to avoid a major showdown before Xi’s visit. The Treasury has meanwhile sanctioned Iran-linked entities, underscoring ongoing U.S. pressure on Tehran while trying not to destabilize U.S.–China diplomacy.