US Says China Cuts Aid to Iran After Trump Warning to Xi

The U.S. pressure campaign follows reports that China sent about 1,300 air shipments of dual-use drone and missile components to Iran’s Defense Ministry during the first half of 2026. While Ambassador David Perdue said the U.S. has already seen evidence that Beijing is curtailing some activities, some Republican senators expressed dismay over Trump's friendly demeanor toward Xi after allegations that China helped Iran target U.S. troops.