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Trump threatens 50% tariffs on China as report suggests plans for arms shipment to Iran

U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened to impose a 50% tariff on China, after a report on Sunday that Beijing was preparing a weapons shipment to Iran. Grouped from 2 articles across 2 sources.

2 reports2 sourcesApr 13, 2026, 8:03 AM
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CNBCApr 13, 2026, 8:03 AM

Trump threatens 50% tariffs on China as report suggests plans for arms shipment to Iran

U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened to impose a 50% tariff on China, after a report on Sunday that Beijing was preparing a weapons shipment to Iran.

The Straits TimesApr 11, 2026, 10:36 PM

US intelligence indicates China preparing weapons shipment to Iran: CNN

Beijing is reportedly working to route the shipments through third countries to mask their origin.

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