Trump Signals Possible US Sanctions on Chinese Banks Tied to Iran Trade

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US President Donald Trump has hinted at the possibility of imposing sanctions on Chinese banks over their financial links to Iran. China remains Iran's largest trading partner, with oil trade forming a significant part of their economic relationship. Chinese financial institutions have continued to process payments connected to trade between the two countries. The potential sanctions signal growing US pressure on Beijing to curtail its economic engagement with Tehran.

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