US found 'Chinese gift’ for Iran: Trump after ship carrying missile chemicals seized in Hormuz; Beijing rejects claim

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US President Trump stated American forces seized a vessel in the Strait of Hormuz reportedly carrying supplies from China to Iran. Trump suggested the shipment contained lethal military aid without explicit confirmation. Former UN envoy Nikki Haley accused China of providing missile-related chemicals to Tehran, violating Washington's directives. China's Foreign Affairs Ministry spokesperson rejected the unverified allegations Tuesday, denying involvement in assisting Iran.

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