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UPDATED May 16, 2026 at 8:00 AM ET
May 13, 2026 at 4:00 AM ET

Trump says China not needed on Iran as shippers seek Hormuz passage

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Trump said he does not expect to need China’s help to end the war in Iran and ease Tehran’s grip on the Strait of Hormuz.
WHO: President Donald Trump
WHAT: Trump said China’s help is not needed regarding Iran and Hormuz
WHEN: May 13, 2026 at 5:22 AM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: Trump was responding to shippers seeking passage through the Strait of Hormuz.
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