Trump says Putin and Xi made Iran war ‘a lot better’ in gushing G7 speech (opens original article in a new tab)

US President Trump praised Chinese and Russian leaders for their role in the Iran war during a G7 speech, contrasting their actions with criticism of US allies.

• Trump thanked Xi and Putin for their approach to the Iran war at the G7 summit
• Trump criticized US allies for not assisting in the military operation and clearing the Strait of Hormuz
• Moscow and Beijing have close ties with Tehran and have been accused of defying US sanctions