China denies Iran arms supply claims, calls reports ‘baseless smears’

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China has dismissed allegations that it has supplied or plans to supply weapons to Iran, calling such claims “baseless smears,” after multiple media reports cited US intelligence suggesting possible military assistance. The response came a day after US President Donald Trump warned Beijing of imposing a steep 50 per cent tariff if it were found providing defence support to Tehran. Over the weekend, CNN reported that US intelligence assessments indicated China could soon deliver advanced air defence systems to Iran, citing sources familiar with the matter. The New York Times also reported that US officials believe China may have already…

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