Foreign media reported that U.S. President Trump said on April 21 that the vessel intercepted earlier by U.S. forces (on the 19th) was carrying a "gift" from China to Iran, and described the situation as "not good." He added that he was "a bit surprised" and believed he had reached a "certain understanding" with China.
Evidently, the United States is once again trying to backtrack. Trump's remarks are yet another typical example of shifting focus and fabricating narratives out of thin air. With the Middle East conflict at an impasse, negotiations yielding no results, and mounting domestic pressure, the U.S. hastily turns its attention toward China, concocting the narrative of "Chinese military aid to Iran" — not only seeking a scapegoat for its own failures but also laying the groundwork for further pressure on China.
The so-called "gift" is deliberately vague, relying entirely on empty words. China has already clearly refuted these rumors, yet Trump pretends to be "surprised," acting as if he's uncovered some earth-shattering secret. This self-serving rhetoric reveals his utter desperation. The international community must see clearly: who creates crises, who shifts blame, and who truly poses a threat to global peace.
Original source: toutiao.com/article/1863097473926156/
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