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Trump Pressures Allies Amid Rising Tensions with Iran

3/17/2026

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Beijing is in discussions with Washington about a potential visit by U.S. President Donald Trump.
Trump is pressuring NATO allies and China to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, closed by Iran amid ongoing conflict.
Trump has warned that noncompliance could harm NATO's future.
Iran has attacked U.S. forces in the region.
In Tehran, residents are returning to normal life as businesses reopen ahead of the Persian New Year.

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Beijing is in discussions with Washington about a potential visit by U.S. President Donald Trump.
Trump is pressuring NATO allies and China to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, closed by Iran amid ongoing conflict.
Trump has warned that noncompliance could harm NATO's future.
Iran has attacked U.S. forces in the region.
In Tehran, residents are returning to normal life as businesses reopen ahead of the Persian New Year.