2026-11-08
On November 8, U.S. President Trump stated that he expects to meet with Xi Jinping and Putin during the APEC leaders' meeting to be held in Shenzhen from November 18 to 19, with topics covering denuclearization and ending the war in Iran; the Chinese side stated it is communicating with relevant parties, and the trilateral formal talks have not yet been confirmed.
2026-10-31
Three days before the U.S. midterm election vote count, and with polls showing a clear disadvantage for the Republican Party, Trump still held a high-profile luxury party at Mar-a-Lago, sparking dissatisfaction among the American public and voters in red states.
2026-11-07
According to reports, this memo regarding the relationship between Jensen Huang and Huang Le was circulated among a small number of high-level U.S. officials before Trump traveled to Beijing to meet with Xi Jinping.
2026-11-04
According to a report by the Financial Times on November 4, Oracle canceled a five-year, approximately $7 billion chip leasing agreement with Tencent under pressure from the Trump administration. The original agreement allowed Tencent to use about 100,000 advanced AI chips in Southeast Asian data centers. During the same period, senior officials from Guangdong visited Tencent and demanded that it switch to domestic chips.
2026-11-02
Trump hinted that he might sign an Iran deal, sending oil prices plunging by over 7% that day.
2026-10-31
During Halloween on October 31, someone in Heping District, Tianjin, dressed up as US President Trump and was interrogated by police.
2026-10-25
On October 25, Russian presidential aide Ushakov stated that preparations for a trilateral meeting between Xi Jinping, Trump, and Putin have begun, that all three countries are in principle ready to meet, that the Chinese side's attitude is "very serious," and that the meeting is planned to be held during the Shenzhen APEC summit on November 18-19.
2026-10-24
The White House announced that, facilitated by First Lady Melania Trump, Russia and Ukraine reached a partial ceasefire agreement on Russian-controlled Oleshky, effective October 29, to deliver humanitarian supplies and allow residents to evacuate.
2026-10-23
President Trump on Thursday accused Iran of fabricating incidents of ships being attacked in the Strait of Hormuz, intending to push up oil prices before the U.S. midterm elections, and noted that oil shipments are currently higher than before the conflict broke out.
2026-10-23
Trump said at the White House that the amount of oil the U.S. has helped pass through the Strait of Hormuz now exceeds pre-conflict levels, and claimed that the U.S. is capable of quickly ending the conflict with Iran.
2026-10-20
According to Twitter user @__Inty__, US Interior Secretary Doug Burgum proposed that Trump could advance peace negotiations between Russia and Ukraine by lifting some sanctions on Russia.
2026-10-20
According to a tweet posted by @clashreport, former US President Trump publicly commented on Ukrainian President Zelensky, saying that Zelensky should have ended this war a long time ago, that a better deal could have been reached if his advice had been followed, and that this could have saved millions of lives.
2026-10-20
According to a tweet published by @clashreport, former US President Trump, speaking about the Ukraine war, said that Chinese President Xi Jinping has acted very fairly on the Ukraine issue and has not intervened too much. Trump also noted that Russia's investment in the war has not reached its potential level, and said that both Russia and China know that he appreciates this.
2026-10-20
Former U.S. President Trump made public remarks on the Iran issue, saying that Russia and China have done little or almost nothing to help Iran, and that he considers this cold attitude a very positive thing.
2026-10-20
According to the X account @clashreport, former US President Trump said in a recent statement that if Russian President Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping wish to hold a trilateral meeting in China, he is willing to participate. The remarks have sparked attention and discussion abroad about the direction of Trump's foreign policy should he return to office.
2026-10-20
On October 20, 2026, Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich publicly commented on the diplomatic approach of former U.S. President Trump, calling it “quantum diplomacy.” Smotrich noted that so-called quantum diplomacy implies infinite possibilities — that a person can, on the same day, be both a friend of his and a friend of the greatest enemy who is trying to destroy him.
2026-10-19
On October 19, Trump told reporters outside the White House that he was willing to hold a trilateral meeting with Xi Jinping and Putin, hoping to focus the discussion on nuclear weapons and denuclearization rather than mainly on Ukraine, and said that if President Xi wished to hold one, he would be glad to attend.
2026-10-19
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that Ukraine had asked SpaceX and U.S. President-elect Donald Trump to enable Starlink services inside Russia, so that Ukrainian forces could strike Russian ballistic missile launch sites. Zelensky noted that Starlink services had previously been switched off inside Russia, and that the speed at which Ukrainian forces can use them in the relevant areas is currently being throttled. He believes this is not a technical failure but a deliberate speed restriction.
2026-10-19
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu, in a public statement, praised former U.S. President Donald Trump as a leader with clear, firm convictions and courage, noting that the United States, America's allies, Israel, and the Jewish people are all fortunate to have Trump, while expressing his gratitude to him.
2026-10-19
According to @clashreport, former US President Trump made comments about Ukrainian President Zelensky on October 19, 2026, saying that Ukraine could have struck a better deal two years ago, and stating that Ukraine is now devastated, has lost large amounts of land and its coastline, and that its male population has suffered heavy casualties.
2026-10-19
According to X user __Inty__, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky publicly criticized Trump's decisions as "all wrong," and pointed out that these decisions help neither Ukraine nor the United States. Zelensky said he hopes Trump can change his decisions and attitude, and added, "We'll wait and see."
2026-10-19
According to X account @clashreport, U.S. politician Marco Rubio spoke on the situation in Ukraine, revealing that the Trump administration has decided to suspend sanctions on Russia for 60 days, aiming to assess whether the ongoing negotiations could lead to a window for peace.
2026-10-19
According to X user @__Inty__, US Secretary of State Rubio said that US President Trump remains committed to ending the Russia-Ukraine war and is willing to take any feasible action to advance a ceasefire. He noted that the 60-day suspension of sanctions is intended to observe whether the current negotiations with Ukraine and Russia can yield positive results, in order to avoid another year of war and conflict.
2026-10-18
According to @clashreport, the Trump administration is proposing that Europe resume purchasing Russian natural gas as part of a Russia-Ukraine peace agreement, as a means to provide Moscow with billions of dollars in revenue and restore its economic influence. It is reported that Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff have discussed the resumption of Russian natural gas pipelines passing through Ukraine.
2026-10-18
According to X user @__Inty__, when responding to questions about whether Trump's business interests influence presidential decisions and whether there is corruption in the White House, US Vice President JD Vance stated clearly that he has never seen any evidence of corruption by Trump or by this administration, rejecting the related allegations.
2026-10-18
On October 18, 2026, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu made public remarks, saying that leaders sometimes have to take a hit to do the right thing for future generations, and that Trump has already done so.
2026-10-18
The United States will hold its elections. Facing electoral pressure, Trump is taking various measures, such as pushing down oil prices, to hold on to congressional seats.
2026-10-18
On October 18, 2026, Italian Defense Minister Guido Crosetto stated in public comments that, in his view, China is currently the only enemy of former U.S. President Trump in the world. Crosetto believes that everything other than China is merely a distraction for Trump, and that Trump's core goal is the competition between the United States and China over technology and global dominance.
2026-10-18
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky publicly accused Russian President Putin of being an "aggressor" and a "terrorist," and accused Russian forces of killing civilians and children during the war. Zelensky also said he hopes former U.S. President Trump can clearly state a position on the matter and condemn Russia's aggressive actions.
2026-10-18
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky publicly stated that he hopes former U.S. President Donald Trump will take Ukraine's side in the Russia-Ukraine conflict, or at least remain neutral. The remarks have drawn outside attention to the direction of U.S. policy toward Ukraine after the presidential election.
2026-10-18
According to a report by clashreport, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said of former U.S. President Trump that he hopes Trump can change the relevant decisions, because he believes those decisions are all wrong and help neither Ukraine nor the United States.
2026-10-18
Turkish Energy Minister Alparslan Bayraktar said that Turkey will receive part of the diesel that Russia releases to global markets under the recent agreement reached with the United States. As previously reported, former US President Trump announced the deal on October 9, under which Russia will supply more than 1.8 million tons of diesel to global markets.
2026-10-18
According to a tweet posted by the X account @clashreport, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu said regarding the military decision on Iran that he had explicitly told US President Trump he would act on his own, and that he had not sought the other side's approval and would carry out the plan regardless. Netanyahu also mentioned that he had asked the US side to deploy B-2 bombers to strike Fordow, and said he would be grateful if the US could provide assistance.
2026-10-17
According to X user @__Inty__, Belarusian President Lukashenko publicly warned U.S. President Trump on October 17, 2026 that he should act with greater care and caution. Lukashenko said that although the United States is powerful, the idea that "nothing can stop them" is completely wrong.
2026-10-17
According to The Daily Telegraph, citing four sources, SpaceX CEO Elon Musk personally advised then-U.S. President Donald Trump to slow down the Starshield satellite system used by Ukraine, and Trump subsequently agreed. The restriction limited the speed of Ukrainian drones to about 160 km/h, severely undermining their ability to intercept Russian drones and missiles. Musk has now publicly blamed the White House, while Trump denies responsibility for the matter.
2026-10-17
On October 17, 2026, former U.S. President Trump made a public statement on Iran, saying that the U.S. side has掌握 all of Iran's words and actions. He also announced the declassification and release of intelligence that had been classified, drawing attention to U.S.-Iran relations and the declassification of intelligence.
2026-10-17
According to a tweet posted by @clashreport, former U.S. President Trump publicly stated that he very much hopes Russian President Putin will attend the G20 summit, though it remains unclear whether Putin will participate.
2026-10-17
Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado publicly expressed her gratitude to former U.S. President Trump. Machado said that Trump compelled Maduro to face judicial trial, opening a door to freedom for Venezuela, and stressed that the Venezuelan people must complete the task of democratic transition. She also praised the move as one that will become Trump's great political legacy.
2026-10-16
According to a report by Sound of Hope, U.S. President Trump signed an executive order on Friday (October 16), announcing exemptions from the implementation of a number of sanctions, restrictions, and tariff measures against Russia under the Graham Act. Trump has submitted certification documents to the U.S. Congress and stated that the exemption serves U.S. national interests.
2026-10-16
According to @__Inty__, US President Trump signed an executive order on the evening of October 16, 2026, announcing exemptions for key sanctions, restrictions, and tariff provisions targeting Russia under the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctions on Russia and Iran Act. The Institute for the Study of War analyzed that this decision could give Russia access to more funding, thereby leading it to prolong its war against Ukraine.
2026-10-15
President Trump said on Wednesday that Taiwan has committed to purchasing $70 to $80 billion worth of Alaska liquefied natural gas over the next 20 years and to making a $4.4 billion equity investment in the project.
2026-10-15
Trump said talks are being held with Russia and China on denuclearization, and that he expects China to catch up with the size of the U.S. and Russian nuclear arsenals within the next five years.
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2026-10-15
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky publicly criticized former U.S. President Donald Trump, saying that if Trump chooses to be neutral, he should remain neutral rather than take the wrong side. Zelensky believes Trump's advisers are wrong, and said he does not know who is pushing Trump toward the wrong side of history.
2026-10-15
According to clashreport, on October 15, 2026 Beijing time, the Trump administration announced the lifting of sanctions on Jorge Rodríguez, president of Venezuela's National Assembly. Jorge Rodríguez is also the brother of Venezuela's acting president, Delcy Rodríguez.
2026-10-15
On October 15, 2026, Ukrainian President Zelensky, responding to U.S. President Trump's accusation that Ukrainian long-range drone strikes pushed up diesel prices, said he found it acceptable and that this was not the first time he had faced such claims, stressing that he was strong enough because he knew the truth, and that most people around the world also understood the real reason behind the price changes.
2026-10-15
On October 15, 2026 Beijing time, British media figure Piers Morgan publicly addressed former US President Trump through social media. Morgan urged Trump to make the right decision, stop taking Putin's side in the Russia-Ukraine conflict, and pressed him to provide Ukrainian President Zelensky with the necessary support to counter what he called "the modern Hitler."
2026-10-15
On October 15, 2026, former U.S. President Trump said in public remarks about the war in Ukraine that the Biden administration's frequent mockery of Russia prior to the outbreak was part of the cause of the war in Ukraine. The remarks drew public attention and were seen as his continuing criticism of the sitting administration's foreign policy.
2026-10-15
According to a video released by @clashreport, former US President Trump responded in an interview to why he does not call Russian President Putin a "dictator." Trump stated that as a "deal maker," he does not casually label or mock others in order to reach deals. He emphasized that he has accumulated significant wealth through deal-making, and therefore tends to avoid using such offensive labels in diplomatic and political interactions.
2026-10-15
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that security guarantees coming directly from the United States are a good approach, but they require more details. He explained that this would mean if Putin attacks Ukraine, Trump would attack Putin. He emphasized that if a written agreement clearly stated, "If Putin attacks Ukraine, Trump will attack Putin," that would constitute a security guarantee.
2026-10-15
According to clashreport, former U.S. President Trump commented on the attacks against Iran, stating that the strikes were purely defensive and intended to prevent Iran from possessing weapons capable of instantly annihilating millions of people.
2026-10-15
Former U.S. President Trump posted on Twitter that leakers should be executed, stating, "In the old days, we used to execute leakers."
2026-10-15
Former US President Trump stated that Iranian leaders are "crazy" and would use nuclear weapons to attack the US West Coast if they possessed them. This remark has sparked concerns regarding Iran's nuclear program and its regional impact.
2026-10-15
According to a video posted by X account @clashreport, Trump stated while discussing the Iran issue that his previous remarks might have been too harsh, and he expressed his apologies. Trump said that he is now unable to determine exactly who the United States is dealing with regarding the Iran issue.
2026-10-15
According to a tweet and video posted by X account @clashreport, former U.S. President Trump publicly discussed Greenland, stating that it "joined our plate, and our plate keeps getting bigger," and also mentioned Venezuela. These remarks have sparked online interaction and attention.
2026-10-15
According to a report by Radio France Internationale, former U.S. President Trump abruptly changed his strategy, demanding that Ukrainian President Zelensky comply with the “energy ceasefire agreement” he reached with Putin, and publicly stating that “it’s time for Ukraine to change its president.” This move plays right into the hands of Russian President Putin and deals a huge blow to Ukraine.
2026-10-15
According to a report by The Wall Street Journal citing U.S. officials and people familiar with the matter, the investigation that the Trump administration has launched against Democratic House member Ilhan Omar may ultimately aim to strip her of her U.S. citizenship and deport her.
2026-10-15
According to a tweet posted by X account @jichunsheng, former US President Trump discussed the social media platform TikTok at a rally in Arizona on October 15, 2026, claiming that his traffic on the platform ranks first, surpassing celebrities such as Taylor Swift, and responding to remarks about TikTok's ties to China.
2026-10-15
According to X user @__Inty__, the U.S. military is currently evaluating operational options for using the "Mother of All Bombs" (MOAB) to strike Iranian energy infrastructure and nuclear facilities. The report states that this move is only at the evaluation stage and has not been finalized; any specific action depends on whether U.S. President Trump issues the relevant order.
2026-10-15
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated clearly in public remarks that Putin is Ukraine's enemy and the true evil of today, and asked Trump how he could be friends with Putin. He believes this approach is a mistake, and emphasized that it is a choice the other side keeps repeating.
2026-10-15
According to the X account @clashreport, Ukrainian President Zelensky said of former U.S. President Trump that he understands Trump is currently facing many challenges, and noted that someone is leading Trump in the wrong direction.
2026-10-15
According to @__Inty__, the Trump administration is considering easing sanctions on tankers from the “shadow fleets” of Russia, Iran, and Venezuela, aiming to drive down record-high shipping rates. The plan would require each tanker to obtain a license from the U.S. Treasury Department individually, and would only allow the transport of non-sanctioned crude oil and refined products (including cargo sourced from the Persian Gulf). Sanctions on Russian and Iranian oil themselves would remain unchanged.
2026-10-15
According to X user @__Inty__, Ukrainian President Zelensky publicly stated that Ukraine had been directly told to stop striking Russian oil refineries, or it would lose its US intelligence access. He also disclosed the exact words of his conversation with former US President Trump about Starlink, and said he would not cling to the presidency and does not plan to remain president for many more years.
2026-10-15
According to @clashreport, the Trump administration is pushing Israel to form a broad coalition government. The proposal would have Netanyahu remain as prime minister but requires him to retire from politics within two years. The offer aims to bring Netanyahu's Likud together with Gadi Eisenkot's party in an alliance to end the current political deadlock.
2026-10-15
According to the Financial Times, EU leaders plan to urge Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to reduce his public criticism of US President Trump, fearing that such remarks could further exacerbate tensions between Kyiv and Washington. An EU official stated that while some perceptions may be factual, it is not always necessary to voice them aloud.
2026-10-15
On October 15, 2026, Ukrainian President Zelensky publicly stated that someone is currently exerting a wrong influence on former U.S. President Trump, trying to lead him in the wrong political direction. The remarks have drawn outside attention to the relationship between Ukraine and the Trump camp, as well as the future policy direction.
2026-10-15
According to Twitter account @__Inty__, Ukrainian President Zelensky publicly stated that he refuses to let Ukraine be drawn into the "diesel deal" proposed by U.S. presidential candidate Trump, and demanded an energy ceasefire. Zelensky pointed out that this is Trump's choice, but if Ukraine is attacked, the Ukrainian side will certainly respond, and this is the country's firm principle.
2026-10-15
Beijing time, October 15, 2026, former U.S. President Trump made remarks on the Iran issue in public, claiming that if action is taken, the United States will be able to defeat Iran very quickly. The remarks drew attention and discussion on social media.
2026-10-14
President Trump announced at a midterm election rally in Montana that the U.S. War Department will set up an advanced weapons technology test range for testing autonomous weapons, space, and hypersonic technologies to ensure absolute U.S. military superiority.
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2026-10-14
Around 0:00 a.m. Beijing time on October 14, 2026, U.S. President Trump publicly warned the Houthis, saying that their attacks on Saudi Arabia and deliberate pushing up of oil prices were "very bad," and indicated that Iran may be behind the orders. He also mentioned that the U.S. military had launched fierce bombings against the Houthis a year ago, and later halted the operations at the other side's request. This statement was relayed in a post by X user @__Inty__, and has not yet been corroborated by other independent sources.
2026-10-14
According to reports, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu held talks with former U.S. President Trump last week to discuss the possibility of resuming military strikes against Iran. U.S. officials believe that Netanyahu intends to restart operations against Iran before the U.S. presidential election. The information was disclosed by journalist Barak Ravid, sparking international concerns about an escalation of the situation in the Middle East. The incident is currently at the stage of diplomatic and intelligence disclosures, and specific follow-up actions remain to be seen.
2026-10-14
Beijing time, October 14, 2026, six Republican senators joined Democratic senators, with a total of 12 senators signing a bipartisan open letter calling on U.S. President Trump to withdraw his decision allowing Russian diesel back onto the global market. The letter harshly criticized the sanctions-easing policy as "a betrayal of the Ukrainian people" and "a gift to the adversary."
2026-10-14
On October 14, 2026, Beijing time, former U.S. President Trump responded to the attacks on energy facilities in the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Regarding the Ukrainian energy sector's accusation that Russia attacked six of its energy facilities, Trump stated that Ukraine had also launched attacks on Russian targets a day earlier, and publicly claimed that Russia had not violated the ceasefire agreement. These remarks have drawn attention to his stance on the Russia-Ukraine conflict and the implementation of the ceasefire agreement.
2026-10-14
According to a post by the X account @__Inty__, former U.S. President Trump publicly accused Taiwan of "stealing" America's chip business years ago.
2026-10-14
U.S. President Donald Trump said that Taiwan has agreed to purchase 30% of the natural gas transported through the Alaska pipeline project over the next 20 years and to invest $4.4 billion.
2026-10-14
Former U.S. President Trump posted on Twitter, threatening to take action against Iran, saying "just wait and see, we will take action against Iran."
2026-10-14
According to @__Inty__ reports, Ukrainian President Zelensky urged U.S. President Trump to impose severe sanctions on Russia. Zelensky specifically called for the implementation of the bill pushed by Lindsey Graham and already signed, while also requesting that the U.S. provide Ukraine with an additional anti-missile equipment package for the "Patriot" missile defense system to strengthen Ukraine's defensive capabilities.
2026-10-14
According to @clashreport, Ukrainian President Zelensky told NPR that the Trump administration had threatened to cut off intelligence sharing unless Ukraine stopped attacking Russian oil refineries.
2026-10-14
According to Clash Report, although Trump had previously said the U.S. is still providing intelligence, the White House is considering scaling back intelligence sharing with Ukraine. The report said CIA Director John Ratcliffe opposes the move, while a government official suggested limiting intelligence sharing for specific uses.
2026-10-14
According to Radio France Internationale (RFI), U.S. presidential candidate Trump announced at a campaign rally that Taiwan has agreed to purchase 30% of Alaska's natural gas and invest $4.4 billion in the region.
2026-10-14
US President Trump announced on the evening of October 14 Beijing time that preparations were under way for a "large-scale exploration" of Greenland's oil, natural gas and mineral resources. Three weeks earlier, the United States and Denmark's Greenland had signed a security agreement bringing the autonomous territory into the US sphere of influence.
2026-10-14
According to a report by Sound of Hope, U.S. Vice President Vance stated that neither he nor President Trump were notified in advance about federal agents executing a search warrant at the residence of Minnesota Democratic Representative Omar.
2026-10-13
President Trump said before leaving the White House for Alaska that there is a possibility he will meet with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un during his visit to Asia next month.
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2026-10-13
U.S. President Donald Trump said that the United States has not cut intelligence sharing with Ukraine, and that the U.S. is working with Ukraine and Russia in an effort to end the war.
2026-10-13
On October 13, 2026, CBC Radio-Canada Chinese (RCIZhongwen) published an analysis pointing out that Ukrainian President Zelensky is currently caught in a pincer between escalating domestic hostilities and pressure from the Trump administration. The report said the Trump administration appears to be stepping up demands that Ukraine stop attacking oil refineries inside Russia, while the U.S. is also seeking a fuel-related deal with Moscow.
2026-10-13
Beijing time, October 13, 2026, responding to a reporter's question about Russia having violated the ceasefire and attacked Ukraine, Trump said he was not sure and would look into the situation. He also said that Zelensky and Putin must sit down together and end this absurd war. The news was posted by X user @__Inty__.
2026-10-13
At 13:42 Beijing time on October 13, 2026, X account @clashreport reposted Trump's remarks. Trump said that he had seen many radical left-wing commentators claiming that China and Russia are helping Iran, but he believed that even if they were, it was at a very low level; he completely did not believe it, because China and Russia have too many interests to look after, and the United States would be informed. The tweet received 31 likes and 4 retweets.
2026-10-13
Beijing time, October 13, 2026, former U.S. President Trump commented on the situation in Iran. In his remarks, Trump said that the U.S. side may have become too deeply involved in dealing with the Iranian leadership, and pointed out that it is currently difficult to determine with whom the U.S. should communicate. He believes that the U.S. could have stopped its actions at the first stage rather than escalating further. The remarks drew attention and discussion among social media users, reflecting their questioning and reflection on the current direction of U.S.-Iran diplomatic policy.
2026-10-13
At 23:39 Beijing time on October 13, 2026, the account @clashreport posted a tweet quoting former U.S. President Trump's answer, when asked whether he would take part in Yemen affairs at Turkey's request, as "I might do that." Trump also said that Turkish President Erdoğan is his "great friend" and that he has "a lot of respect" for him.
2026-10-13
At 23:36 Beijing time on October 13, 2026, X account @clashreport reposted Trump's statement. Trump claimed that Russia did not stop supplying diesel only to the United States, but released (stopped supplying) diesel to the whole world. The tweet received 6 likes and 1 retweet, with a total of 9 interactions. Currently only this single source's account has been seen, and no other independent source has corroborated it.
2026-10-13
Around 23:35 Beijing time on October 13, 2026, the account @clashreport posted a Q&A: a reporter asked whether the United States had stopped sharing intelligence with Ukraine, and Trump replied that it had not stopped and that the United States is still helping Ukraine. This Q&A circulated on X in video or quoted form, and as of posting it had received 11 likes and 6 reposts. This is a single-source account; there is not yet any other independent source confirming the full context of the statement.
2026-10-13
Beijing time, October 13, 2026, when asked whether "Russia has violated the ceasefire agreement," U.S. President Trump responded that he would inform later, and pointed out that Russia and Ukraine are still striking each other.
2026-10-13
Around 23:47 Beijing time on October 13, 2026, the account @clashreport posted a video of Trump taking questions. A reporter asked Trump on what basis he was confident that Putin wants the war to end more than Zelensky. Trump replied that his confidence comes from making deals, saying he had been making deals his whole life. The tweet received 35 likes and 3 retweets.
2026-10-13
According to a Q&A posted by @clashreport at 23:44 Beijing Time on October 13, 2026, a reporter asked about Russia attacking six energy facilities yesterday, to which Trump responded that Ukraine had also attacked many (energy) facilities the day before. This content is a single-source report with 66 total interactions, and there is currently no other independent source to verify it.
2026-10-12
In response to remarks by former U.S. President Trump that Ukraine needs to change its president in order to advance a Russia-Ukraine deal, Ukrainian President Zelensky responded, stressing that Ukraine's leader should be chosen by the country's society and people, and noting that Ukraine is in a state of war and holding elections at present is very difficult. In addition, Zelensky said that Ukraine is willing to stop striking Russian energy facilities in exchange for equivalent action by Russia, and that it is awaiting details of U.S.-Russia dialogue, saying that the key to a ceasefire is whether Russia is willing.
2026-10-12
On October 12, Trump was asked in which state Zakaria had passed the bar exam; she answered "when I moved to China." She once worked at a law firm in Beijing and speaks basic Chinese.
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2026-10-12
The UK's Daily Mail, citing anonymous sources, reported that Zakaria was not chief of staff Wiles' first choice, and that the appointment shows disagreement between the two; the Daily Beast, citing sources, reported that Wiles was aware of and supported it, while Zakaria denied it.
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2026-10-11
U.S. President Trump announced on Truth Social that Russia and Ukraine have reached an agreement on an energy ceasefire, but did not disclose details. Ukrainian President Zelensky stated he was unaware of this, but if Moscow agrees, Kyiv would also accept.
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2026-10-11
President Trump announced on the 11th that Russia and Ukraine had reached an energy ceasefire, though both sides continued to attack each other's energy facilities in the following days.
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2026-10-10
On October 10, 2026, a long statement by former US President Trump circulated on Chinese social media platforms. In the statement, Trump expressed strong dissatisfaction with the newly announced female Nobel Peace Prize laureate, claiming that he deserved the award for having ended eight wars, and criticized the laureate as someone known only for hating Israel, questioning her eligibility for the prize. The statement drew attention and was shared by some Chinese netizens.
2026-10-09
U.S. President Trump said on Truth Social that he spoke with Russian President Putin and the two agreed that Russia will supply a total of several million tons of diesel in batches to the United States and global markets.
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2026-10-09
U.S. President Donald Trump announced an agreement with Russian President Vladimir Putin under which Russia will supply large volumes of diesel to global markets to push oil prices down, noting that the two sides are maintaining cooperation.
2026-10-09
President Trump convened a New Golden Age Summit at the White House, awarding the National Medal of Science to six tech leaders including Musk, Jensen Huang, and Lisa Su.
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2026-10-09
US President Trump held a celebration in the East Room of the White House, praising Christopher Columbus's voyages and criticizing some cities for renaming Columbus Day as Indigenous Peoples' Day.
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2026-10-08
US President Trump posted on social media that the United States will not attack Iran at any time before the US midterm elections on November 3, but stressed that Iran will never possess nuclear weapons.
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2026-10-07
North Korea's Korean Central News Agency published a commentary condemning U.S. fighter jet sales to Taiwan, warning that the United States should think twice about the consequences, while the White House stressed that Trump would decide on arms sales to Taiwan as planned.
2026-10-09
On October 9, Trump announced on Truth Social the appointment of former Department of Homeland Security spokesperson Katie Zakaria as White House press secretary, succeeding Leavitt, who left in August.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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Verification: Reported ·
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2026-10-07
U.S. President Trump announced on October 7 that the Treasury Department has automatically established tax-free investment and savings Trump Accounts for approximately 70 million eligible American children.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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2026-10-06
US President Trump announced in Baltimore, Maryland, a public-private partnership investment plan totaling $6.6 billion to build a new submarine manufacturing facility.
2026-10-06
U.S. President Trump announced a $6.6 billion investment plan to build a new defense shipyard in Maryland to expand submarine production.
2026-10-05
Researchers died at an anti-plague research institute in Siberia, Russia, and nearly 200 people are under medical observation. Trump said at the White House that he is following the matter and is ready to provide assistance at any time.
2026-10-04
U.S. President Trump appointed Director of National Intelligence Clayton to lead a newly established superintelligence task force, aimed at ensuring America's leading position in the field of artificial intelligence and assessing related risks.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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2026-10-03
According to a Financial Times report on October 3, Zelensky has asked Trump to sanction Chinese and Russian companies involved in Russia's "Dawn" satellite network, which is expected to be launched by the end of 2026 or the beginning of 2027. The first batch of 16 satellites has already been launched on March 23.
2026-10
President Trump announced during a midterm election rally in Montana that the Department of War will establish an advanced weapons technology test range there, for testing autonomous weapons, space and hypersonic technologies.
Location: Montana, United States ·
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2026-10
Media including China News Service (chinanews.com.cn), China.org.cn, and "Guoshi Zhitongche" under China News Service concentrated on reporting Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae's visit to the United States and her interaction with Trump, using expressions such as "stepping forward to embrace her proactively" and "coming forward with quick small steps to throw herself into his arms," while Elephant News said she "actively went after reporters."
2026-09-30
US President Trump met with tech executives including Elon Musk and Jensen Huang at the White House, signed an executive order establishing the America.gov superintelligence platform, and made clear that the United States will not cooperate with China in the field of superintelligence.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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2026-09-30
Trump officially announced that South Korea will participate in an energy investment plan totaling hundreds of billions of dollars, including the Alaska liquefied natural gas pipeline project.
2026-09-29
U.S. President Trump delivered a public address at the White House, making clear that he has no intention of making joint investments or cooperating with China in the field of AI, and emphasizing that the United States holds an absolute leading position in that industry.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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2026-09-29
US President Trump announced the launch of the america.gov website, aimed at using artificial intelligence to help Americans more easily find federal government information and access services.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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2026-09-28
The United States and China have released lists of goods subject to reciprocal tariff cuts totaling as much as $60 billion, and extended the trade truce to January 2027.
2026-09-28
President Trump announced a plan to invest $15 billion in a new steel plant in Iowa, aiming to build a 100% American steel supply chain and expected to create thousands of jobs.
2026-09-27
On September 27, U.S. Ambassador to China David Perdue revealed during an interview with Fox News that Trump discussed arms sales to Taiwan during every meeting with Xi Jinping, and that Trump once asked Xi if he wanted to buy some American weapons, though he did not specify when the conversation took place or how Xi responded.
2026-09-26
US President Trump hosted visiting Chinese President Xi Jinping for a tea chat at the White House, followed by a joint tour of the US National Archives. Xi Jinping subsequently concluded his US visit and departed for home.
2026-09-26
In the phone call between Sanae Takaichi and Trump, the two sides discussed economic security and China-related affairs, and confirmed that they will continue to strengthen the Japan-U.S. alliance.
2026-09-26
While watching a college football game, Trump responded to reporters' questions, stating that the two sides did not discuss the Taiwan issue much.
2026-09-25
Xi Jinping arrived in Washington and was welcomed by Trump at the White House with a state visit ceremony, becoming the first Chinese leader to make a second official visit to the United States.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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2026-09-25
Trump and First Lady Melania held a welcome ceremony on the South Lawn of the White House for Chinese President Xi Jinping and his wife Peng Liyuan, followed by bilateral talks between the two leaders.
Location: Washington, United States ·
Importance V ·
Verification: Reported ·
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2026-09-25
Trump and Melania welcomed Xi Jinping and Peng Liyuan on the South Lawn of the White House with ceremonies including a red carpet, an honor guard of the three armed services, and a military review, followed by talks between the two leaders.
2026-09-25
Trump and Xi held a small-group meeting at the White House, followed by an expanded meeting with officials from both sides to discuss trade, Taiwan, security, technology, artificial intelligence, Iran, and other issues.
2026-09-25
Trump welcomes President Xi, Madam Peng, and the Chinese delegation at a White House state dinner in Washington, delivering remarks on the historical exchanges and relations between the U.S. and China.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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2026-09-25
Trump and Melania hosted a state dinner in the East Room of the White House for Xi Jinping and Peng Liyuan, where both leaders discussed history, cooperation, artificial intelligence, and future relations between the two countries in their remarks.
2026-09-25
Trump and Xi Jinping had a tea chat in the White House Red Room, after which the two heads of state and their spouses visited the U.S. National Archives to view historical documents such as the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution. Xi Jinping subsequently concluded his three-day state visit and left the United States.
2026-09-25
U.S. President Trump met with Chinese President Xi Jinping at the U.S. Navy Memorial and toured the site together. The scene was filled with supporters and opponents from both sides, creating a lively atmosphere, with police present to maintain order.
2026-09-25
President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping held a summit at the White House. Both sides described the visit as very successful. Xi confirmed that there would be two more opportunities for the two to meet before the end of the year and invited Trump to visit China.
2026-09-25
Accompanied by Trump, Xi Jinping visited the U.S. National Archives, where the U.S. side displayed several historical unequal treaties and foundational documents between China and the U.S. in a side exhibition area of the hall, using them for historical narrative and as a warning.
2026-09-25
After the bilateral talks, Trump took Xi Jinping to the South Lawn of the White House to view and board Marine One, then personally saw Xi Jinping off from the White House, where the two shook hands and talked.
Location: Washington, United States ·
Importance III ·
Verification: Reported ·
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2026-09-25
At a White House state dinner, Trump presented President Xi with a bald eagle-themed gift created by an American artist and designed with the participation of the Trumps, expressing his hope that the gift would be displayed with honor in Beijing.
Location: Washington, United States ·
Importance III ·
Verification: Verified ·
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2026-09-25
At a White House state dinner, Trump proposed a toast to Chairman Xi, Madame Peng, and the U.S.-China relationship spanning thousands of miles and centuries, wishing the peoples of both countries a future of peace, harmony, and success.
Location: Washington, United States ·
Importance III ·
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2026-09-25
Immediately after Xi Jinping's departure, Trump held a phone call with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi to provide a full briefing on the meeting, with the U.S.-Japan alliance reaffirming their joint response to the regional situation.
2026-09-25
On September 25, the White House released a list of summit outcomes covering trade, rare earths, Iran, arms control, and artificial intelligence, but did not mention Taiwan.
2026-09-25
On September 25, U.S. Ambassador to China David Perdue said in an interview with CNBC that Trump had warned Xi Jinping face to face during a White House meeting that any direct or indirect Chinese support for Iran — whether intelligence, parts, or military equipment — is completely unacceptable.
2026-09-24
U.S. President Trump on September 24 held a summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping at the White House, granting state‑visit courtesies, discussing trade, technology and global conflicts.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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2026-09-24
Trump and Xi Jinping held a formal welcome ceremony at the White House in Washington and each delivered remarks, touching on China-US relations, trade, security, technology, artificial intelligence, and people-to-people exchanges.
Location: Washington, United States ·
Importance V ·
Verification: Reported ·
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2026-09-24
Trump and Xi Jinping have scheduled small-group bilateral talks and expanded bilateral talks at the White House. Officials from both the U.S. and China will participate in the expanded meeting, with topics including trade, tariffs, artificial intelligence, Taiwan, Iran, and security.
2026-09-24
Xi Jinping and Trump met at the White House. Xinhua News Agency released an 856-word summary of the talks, while the White House subsequently issued a 15-point list of outcomes. There are significant differences in the statements from both sides regarding issues such as rare earths, energy, and fentanyl.
2026-09-24
Xi Jinping flew to Washington Andrews Air Force Base, and U.S. President Trump and his wife were already waiting on site, with an honor guard to welcome him.
2026-09-24
Trump spoke at the 81st United Nations General Assembly, listing peace, prosperity and national sovereignty as the three main themes for the United States' participation, and called for UN reform and a return to founding principles.
2026-09-24
Xi Jinping arrived at an Air Force base in suburban Washington, where Trump and his wife greeted him; a red carpet, the playing of both countries' national anthems, and a 21-gun salute ceremony were held on site.
Location: Washington, United States ·
Importance IV ·
Verification: Reported ·
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2026-09-24
Trump, Xi Jinping, and both first ladies attended a military review event at the White House, with the US military arranging an honor guard, a traditional band, and a rifle drill team, among others, to take part.
Location: Washington, United States ·
Importance IV ·
Verification: Reported ·
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2026-09-24
Trump and Melania plan to host a state dinner at the White House to welcome Xi Jinping and Peng Liyuan. The menu released by the First Lady's office features American ingredients with Chinese flavors, accompanied by a tenor performance and the U.S. Marine Band.
2026-09-24
Trump stated that superintelligence will be an important topic of discussion between him and Xi Jinping, noting that both sides share the same stance on not immediately regulating superintelligence, with the Department of Justice being the only guardrail.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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Verification: Official claim ·
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2026-09-24
Trump and Melania hosted a state dinner in the East Room of the White House to welcome Xi Jinping and Peng Liyuan, with both leaders delivering speeches and raising a toast.
Location: Washington, United States ·
Importance IV ·
Verification: Reported ·
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2026-09-24
Trump held a welcome ceremony at the White House, stating that he has established a deep and great friendship with Xi Jinping, and emphasizing bilateral cooperation and common interests.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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2026-09-24
Xi Jinping arrived at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland for a state visit, and Trump personally went to the airport to greet him.
Location: Maryland, United States ·
Importance IV ·
Verification: Reported ·
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2026-09-24
Trump held a welcome ceremony for Xi Jinping on the South Lawn of the White House, followed by bilateral talks between the two heads of state to discuss issues such as trade, artificial intelligence, and regional security. That evening, Mr. and Mrs. Trump hosted a state dinner at the White House for Mr. and Mrs. Xi.
2026-09-24
When Xi Jinping and his wife arrived at the White House for the state dinner, they were met with protest crowds chanting slogans on-site. Trump carried out verbal and protocol humiliation during the meeting and state dinner by means such as gifting a bald eagle catching a snake sculpture.
Location: Washington, United States ·
Importance IV ·
Verification: Reported ·
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2026-09-24
President Trump and the First Lady once again welcomed Xi Jinping and his wife at the White House, where a welcome ceremony, a 21-gun salute, and a military review were held; the two leaders then held talks and attended a White House state dinner that evening.
2026-09-24
Xi Jinping plans to travel from his hotel to the White House on the same day to attend the event, and the White House will hold a flight display in the morning, featuring B-2 bombers and F-22 fighter jets.
Location: Washington, United States ·
Importance III ·
Verification: Reported ·
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2026-09-24
An exiled Tibetan said that while the Tibet issue may not appear on the agenda of the meeting between Xi Jinping and Trump, it remains a potential topic. The United States has laws requiring the government to raise the Tibet issue when meeting with Chinese leadership.
2026-09-24
During the White House military review, military aircraft were seen and heard flying overhead, with the live broadcast footage capturing the flying objects in the distance.
Location: Washington, United States ·
Importance III ·
Verification: Reported ·
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2026-09-24
Trump, Melania, Xi Jinping, and Peng Liyuan exchanged gifts in the Blue Room of the White House; this segment was closed to media photography.
2026-09-24
Trump stated that China had previously agreed to purchase 200 Boeing aircraft, with future total orders potentially increasing to 750, and claimed he would be able to finalize the deal.
2026-09-24
The White House has arranged for Trump and Xi Jinping to visit the National Archives together on September 25 to view the Declaration of Independence, the U.S. Constitution, and historical documents related to the establishment of diplomatic relations between the U.S. and China.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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Verification: Official claim ·
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2026-09-24
In their state dinner speeches, Trump and Xi Jinping reviewed the history, trade, and people-to-people exchanges between China and the US, and respectively expressed their desire to develop bilateral relations.
Location: Washington, United States ·
Importance III ·
Verification: Reported ·
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2026-09-24
Multiple roads and blocks around the White House were closed because of the welcome ceremony and security arrangements, causing traffic congestion; supporters and opponents were active at different intersections.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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Verification: Reported ·
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2026-09-24
At a White House state dinner, Trump presented Xi Jinping with a bald eagle artwork created by an American artist and co-designed by Trump and Melania.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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Verification: Reported ·
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2026-09-24
At 10 a.m. on September 24, Chinese leader Xi Jinping and his wife Peng Liyuan arrived at the White House in Washington, where Trump and his wife greeted them at the White House entrance.
【Update · September 24, 2026】On September 24, Xi Jinping made a state visit to the United States and delivered remarks at the White House welcome ceremony; the video shows his speech stalling at around the 30-second mark.
【Update · September 24, 2026】On September 24, Trump welcomed Xi Jinping and his wife at the White House, saying he had built a relationship based on mutual respect with Xi since first being elected in 2016, and calling it the first time the two had met at the White House.
【Update · September 24, 2026】On September 24, at the ceremony welcoming Xi Jinping at the White House, Trump said he would visit the U.S. National Archives with Xi on September 25 to view the Declaration of Independence, the U.S. Constitution, and the Bill of Rights, and noted that this year marks the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States.
【Update · September 24, 2026】On September 24, Trump accompanied Xi Jinping to the White House Oval Office, where the two held a closed-door bilateral meeting.
2026-09-24
On September 24, after concluding closed-door talks with Trump at the White House, Xi Jinping left by car. Trump told reporters at the scene that they had a great meeting.
2026-09-24
According to the presidential schedule released by Roll Call, the Trump couple will greet the Xi couple at the South Portico of the White House at 22:00, hold a welcome ceremony at 22:10, the two heads of state will each deliver a speech at 22:15, followed by gift exchange, a silent gun‑drill performance, and a Rose Garden military review at 23:00.
2026-09-24
Reuters reported on September 24, citing Chinese customs data, that despite Xi Jinping's promise last year at the Busan summit to release key rare earths, China's yttrium exports to the US remained at zero in January, May, and June of 2026. The White House claimed in November 2025 that the agreement would effectively lift export controls, but China's suspension list did not include the measure that had placed yttrium under export licensing.
2026-09-24
On September 30, U.S. President Trump confirmed during a Q&A with reporters that the release of political prisoners was discussed during his meeting with Xi Jinping at the White House on September 24, involving the wrongfully detained U.S.-based Myanmar scholar Myint Zin and Jimmy Lai, who was sentenced to 20 years in prison, saying very important discussions were held and he hoped for results.
2026-09-24
At the Trump‑Xi meeting, a B‑1 bomber swept over Trump and Xi Jinping’s heads; Trump made an exaggerated expression and tried to communicate with Xi, while Xi remained expressionless.
2026-09-24
On September 24, the White House released the menu for that evening's state banquet for Xi Jinping and Peng Liyuan, built mainly around American ingredients with Chinese flavors worked in, opening with Schramsberg sparkling wine in tribute to the 1972 peace toast between Nixon and Zhou Enlai during Nixon's visit to China.
2026-09-24
On September 24, while passing through the 'Presidential Hall of Fame' in the West Wing colonnade during a military review at the White House, Trump stopped to show Xi Jinping a picture of an 'autopen machine' replacing Biden's portrait. Xi paused to look at it, and Reuters captured the scene.
2026-09-24
On September 24, during a state visit event at the White House, Trump took Xi Jinping to visit the helipad that opened on the South Lawn on September 21, as well as the interior of the 'Marine One' presidential helicopter.
2026-09-21
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi visited the US from September 21 to 24, meeting with Trump in New York ahead of Xi Jinping's US visit, out of concern that the US might compromise with China on sovereignty issues in exchange for Chinese orders.
Location: New York, United States ·
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Verification: Reported ·
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2026-09-23
During the U.S. national anthem, a formation of two B-1 bombers flew over the Andrews Air Force Base welcome ceremony site. A White House account confirmed that two aircraft participated in the formation flight.
2026-09-23
The Chinese top leader arrived by special plane in Washington. US President Trump broke a 64-year convention by personally going to the tarmac at Andrews Base to greet him.
2026-09-23
Xi Jinping arrived at Joint Base Andrews near Washington by special plane. Trump and Melania greeted Xi Jinping and Peng Liyuan at the foot of the aircraft, and held a welcome ceremony including a 21-gun salute, the national anthems of both countries, and a military aircraft flyover.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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2026-09-23
Trump and Melania greeted Xi Jinping and Peng Liyuan at the White House, followed by speeches and an expanded bilateral meeting.
2026-09-23
US President Trump delivered a speech at the UN General Assembly accusing Iran of funding terrorism, stating that it will never be allowed to possess nuclear weapons and faces a choice between reaching an agreement or total destruction.
Location: New York, United States ·
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2026-09-23
The Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs officially announced that, at the invitation of US President Trump, President Xi Jinping will pay a state visit to the United States from September 23 to 25.
2026-09-23
Xi Jinping arrived in the United States for a visit, and former US President Trump personally greeted him at the airport, demonstrating a high level of reception.
2026-09-23
US President Donald Trump emphasized in his speech at the UN General Assembly that the United States leads China and other countries in the development of superintelligence (S.I.) and will continue to maintain this advantage. He stated that the US will not curb the development of superintelligence but will encourage and closely monitor it, believing it has immense potential.
2026-09-23
Trump officially signed the document, appointing Rubio as National Security Advisor. Rubio previously acted in that role while also serving as Secretary of State.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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2026-09-23
Trump and Melania traveled from the White House to Joint Base Andrews to welcome Xi Jinping. Reports indicate this is the first time in 11 years that a U.S. President has personally welcomed a foreign leader at the base since Obama welcomed Pope Francis in 2015.
Location: Maryland, United States ·
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Verification: Reported ·
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2026-09-23
Trump and Xi Jinping both mentioned making America great again in their public speeches at the White House. Xi Jinping claimed that the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation and making America great again can go hand in hand.
2026-09-23
US Democratic Senators wrote a letter urging Trump to focus on Chinese companies assisting Iran, stating that relevant evidence shows they may be helping Iran target US forces.
2026-09-23
A district court ruled that media outlets like CNN and MSNBC can still return to the White House for the next 14 days, temporarily suspending the media ban previously implemented by the White House; Trump stated that he will appeal.
2026-09-23
Vance stated that a Trump administration will fire officials within agencies such as the FBI, CIA, DHS, and CDC who forced big tech companies to censor speech and suppressed the truth about the 2020 election and the COVID-19 pandemic.
2026-09-23
Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived by special plane at Joint Base Andrews in the suburbs of Washington. U.S. President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania personally greeted him at the bottom of the aircraft steps and held a grand welcoming ceremony.
2026-09-23
President Trump attended the Second Meeting of the Shield of the Americas at UN Headquarters, discussing the fight against fentanyl smuggling, resource protection, and security cooperation in Latin America.
Location: New York, United States ·
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2026-09-23
Xi Jinping arrived at the Andrew Joint Air Force Base near Washington, USA, and was received by President Trump and his wife, and conducted a drill with the three services honor guard.
2026-09-23
U.S. President Trump rode Marine One to Andrews Joint Base, personally greeting the soon-to-arrive Chinese President Xi Jinping.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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2026-09-23
U.S. President Trump welcomed Xi Jinping and his wife at Andrews Joint Base early on September 24th, Beijing time, showing a certain diplomatic courtesy.
2026-09-23
The White House has released the state dinner menu, featuring yellow squash soup, crispy sesame-crusted sea bass, and French pastries, along with American sparkling wine, artistic performances, and floral arrangements.
2026-09-23
Xi Jinping visits the United States
2026-09-23
On September 23, Reuters reported that under the current plan, after the Xitler meeting ends on September 24, a joint press conference is not expected to be held, nor a joint statement. The US and Chinese sides may each release a summary of results. This arrangement has not yet been formally confirmed by the White House or the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
2026-09-23
On September 23, Pelosi co-signed an open letter to Trump, urging him to oppose China's Ethnic Unity and Progress Promotion Law during his meeting with Xi Jinping. The letter expressed concern that the extraterritorial application of the law would escalate transnational repression against critics residing in the US, including impacts on US citizens.
2026-09-22
US President Trump delivered his sixth speech in office at the 81st United Nations General Assembly, focusing on the strength of the US economy, border security, national sovereignty, and the "America First" policy. He specifically addressed the Iran issue, reiterating that Iran would never be allowed to acquire nuclear weapons, and criticized Iran's support for regional conflicts. The speech also touched upon policies toward countries such as Venezuela and Cuba, as well as perspectives on the development of artificial intelligence (superintelligence).
2026-09-22
US President Trump delivered a speech at the UN General Assembly, emphasizing American strength and confronting the common enemy of all mankind, issuing stern warnings against Iran, nuclear proliferation, and geopolitical challenges.
Location: New York, United States ·
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2026-09-22
The White House has announced detailed arrangements for Chinese President Xi Jinping's visit to the US, including President Trump personally going to Andrews Joint Base to greet him, holding a welcoming ceremony and state dinner at the White House, and the leaders of the two countries and their spouses will visit the US National Archives together.
2026-09-22
Trump officially signed a milestone security agreement on Greenland with the Prime Minister of Denmark and the Prime Minister of Greenland, expanding the permanent U.S. military presence in the Arctic and excluding non-NATO countries from establishing bases.
2026-09-22
Trump welcomes Xi Jinping at Andrews Air Force Base, with a scheduled military aircraft flyover ceremony featuring B-2 bombers and fighter formations.
Location: Maryland, United States ·
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2026-09-22
President Trump met with New York City Mayor Adams and French President Macron in New York.
2026-09-22
Experts revealed that before the Beijing summit, the Chinese side had strongly pushed for Trump to state that the U.S. opposes or does not support Taiwan independence. After Trump's visit to China, his remarks about 'not wanting to see someone declare independence, and then we have to run 9,500 miles to fight a war' were viewed by the Chinese side as the clearest statement of opposition to Taiwan independence.
2026-09-22
Senate Armed Services Committee Chairman Roger Wicker spoke on the Senate floor, urging Trump not to invite Xi Jinping for a grand welcome and criticizing Xi Jinping as an unelected dictator.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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2026-09-22
Trump posted on Truth Social that when Xi Jinping arrived in the United States, he looked radiant and full of energy, in better physical condition than ever before, and described Peng Liyuan as beautiful and moving.
2026-09-22
The White House released the president's schedule, with Trump planning to go to Joint Base Andrews at 18:00 on September 23 to welcome Xi Jinping and Peng Liyuan upon their arrival in the United States.
2026-09-22
President Trump and his wife held a grand welcoming ceremony for President Xi Jinping and his wife on the White House South Lawn, with the participation of 479 U.S. military personnel and a flyover by B-2 bombers and F-22 fighter jets.
2026-09-22
President Trump and his wife will hold a state dinner for the visiting Xi Jinping couple in the White House East Hall.
2026-09-22
The two heads of state and their spouses will have tea in the White House Red Room and visit the National Archives together to view historical documents related to the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States and US-China relations.
2026-09-22
President Trump attended the UN General Assembly in New York, delivered a speech, and met with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi.
2026-09-22
The wife of ethnic Chinese American seismologist Chen Youlin, who has been detained in China for nearly two years, stated that the White House has assured her Trump will demand her husband's release during his meeting with Xi Jinping this week.
2026-09-22
On September 22, US Senate Armed Services Committee Chairman Roger Wicker spoke on the Senate floor, publicly opposing Trump giving a grand welcome to Xi Jinping, and urged Trump to raise issues such as Chinese military expansion, Taiwan, Iran, and human rights in Xinjiang during their talks.
2026-09-22
On September 22, US Senate Democratic Whip Durbin spoke on the Senate floor, demanding that Trump raise the release of detainees such as Gulshan Abbas, Jimmy Lai, Gao Quanfu, Pang Yu, and Akbar Asat during his meeting with Xi Jinping.
2026-09-22
A spokesperson for the State Council of the United States in Chinese said that Trump and Xi Jinping already held a face-to-face meeting in 2026, and a meeting later this year is not ruled out.
2026-09-22
Reuters reported on September 22, citing people familiar with the matter, that Xi Jinping is preparing to cite the 1982 August 17 Communiqué during his visit to the United States and demand that Trump stop arms sales to Taiwan.
2026-09-22
On September 22, UK Prime Minister Burnham met with Trump in New York, demanding the immediate release of Jimmy Lai and asking if Trump could raise the case during his talks with Xi Jinping.
2026-09-21
U.S. Congress bipartisan lawmakers introduce a resolution, urging the Trump administration to prioritize the immediate unconditional release of Uyghur doctor Guli Xian Abbas, who has been forcibly disappeared by the Chinese government for eight years.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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2026-09-21
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi arrived in New York late on September 21 and held talks with US President Trump on September 22. The discussions focused on emphasizing $550 hours in US investments and job creation in the US to offset pressure to increase funding for US forces in Japan.
Location: New York, United States ·
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Verification: Reported ·
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2026-09-21
It was officially announced that Xi Jinping will pay a state visit to the United States from September 23 to 25, with an itinerary including a tour of the National Archives and attendance at a state dinner.
2026-09-21
On September 21, 2026, China's Foreign Ministry announced that Xi Jinping will visit the United States at Trump's invitation from September 23 to 25. The itinerary includes a summit meeting, a White House state banquet, and a roundtable with heads of technology companies. Both sides described the reciprocal visits as a milestone.
2026-09-21
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi arrived in New York late at night on September 21, planning to hold talks with Trump on September 22. The visit aims to coordinate stances on China ahead of a US-China summit and discuss the burden of US military stationing costs in Japan.
2026-09-21
According to the Wall Street Journal, Xi Jinping views Trump's second term as a rare window of opportunity for Taiwan work, attempting to advance reunification without waging war by weakening U.S.-Taiwan mutual trust and conducting cognitive warfare.
2026-09-21
According to The New York Times on September 21, Xi Jinping will meet Trump in Washington this week, and the summit is expected to focus on continuing the trade truce and managing differences over Taiwan, artificial intelligence, and other issues.
2026-09-19
The White House announced that Xi Jinping will visit the United States from September 23 to 25. During his visit, he will hold talks with Trump, attend a state banquet, and, accompanied by Trump on the 25th, tour the U.S. National Archives to view the original copies of the Declaration of Independence, the U.S. Constitution, and the Bill of Rights.
2026-09-20
After the Moscow refinery was hit on September 20, Zelensky spoke with Trump by phone, saying they discussed many issues and agreed to meet in New York, and thanking Trump for arranging visits to Kyiv by Witkoff and Kushner and the signing of the Lindsey Graham Act. According to Axios, Trump asked Zelensky to stop striking Russian refineries to avoid diesel shortages and price hikes; Zelensky said the strikes were aimed at cutting the Russian military's fuel supply, and Trump did not ask him to stop strikes on Russian territory.
2026-09-20
According to the Hu Liren program, the US side has arranged for Xi Jinping to arrive at an air base in Maryland on the evening of September 23. Trump said he would personally go to the airport to greet him, but Beijing's Xinhua News Agency and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs have not yet announced the specific itinerary.
2026-09-17
Min Zin, director of a Myanmar think tank, was arrested in June while attending an academic conference in Kunming, charged with espionage and endangering state security. His wife, Sylvia, testified before the U.S. Congress on September 17, calling on Trump to secure her husband's release during his meeting with Xi Jinping next week.
2026-09-19
U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping are scheduled to hold talks at the White House on September 24, which will be the second in-person meeting between the two heads of state in 2026, with trade, security, human rights, and Iran expected to be the focus of the discussions.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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2026-09-19
US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping are scheduled to hold talks at the White House on September 24. This will be the second face-to-face meeting between the two heads of state this year, drawing attention from bipartisan lawmakers in Congress regarding national security, trade, human rights, Iran, and other issues.
2026-09-19
US President Trump said on September 19 that the US-Iran conflict is entering a critical point, that he will make a major decision on whether to launch large-scale military action to completely eliminate the Iranian regime, and that he expects to meet with Gulf state leaders during the UN General Assembly next week to discuss action against Iran.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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2026-09-19
On September 19, Trump expelled CNN, MSNBC, Politico and other media outlets from the White House, after these outlets had refused to sign reporting conditions and had withdrawn from the Pentagon on their own. Secretary of War Hegseth tweeted in support of the decision, saying these outlets endangered military security through false reporting and leaks; the outlets in question reportedly plan to sue the White House on First Amendment grounds.
2026-09-17
On September 17, U.S. President Trump signed a document designating China as the world's largest producer of synthetic drug precursor chemicals, demanding that Beijing expand the scope of controlled substances and prosecute raw material suppliers in order to curb the outflow of fentanyl ahead of the Xi-Trump summit on September 24.
2026-09-18
On September 18, the United States officially signed the Graham Act, comprehensively strengthening sanctions against Russia, extending relevant sanctions against Iran, and clarifying that secondary tariffs of up to 100% can be imposed on third countries importing Russian oil and natural gas, which prompted a response of opposition from the Ministry of Commerce of China.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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2026-09-18
On September 18, on the eve of the US-China summit, the US signed the Graham Act, authorizing tariffs of up to 100% on the top five buyers of Russian oil and natural gas.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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2026-09-18
US President Trump announced, effective immediately, a ban on CNN, MSNBC, Politico, and other media outlets accused of long-standing fake news reporting from entering the White House, and specifically criticized Politico for accepting huge government subscription contracts during the Biden administration.
2026-09-18
On September 18, Trump said at a White House press conference that Xi Jinping will visit the US next week and that the two sides will hold a positive meeting, saying he does not rule out reaching multiple agreements with China, that he raised tariffs on China to 145% last year and now holds new tools, and that the US is also conducting espionage against China.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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2026-09-18
On September 18, six major auto industry associations including the Alliance for Automotive Innovation sent a joint letter to Trump, saying that Chinese automakers hold zero market share in the U.S. and demanding a ban on Chinese automakers selling, importing, or manufacturing in the U.S.; the White House responded that it is working with U.S. automakers to defend national and economic security.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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2026-09-18
On September 18, 2026 (Friday), the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative said the Trump administration will continue to push for the implementation of recent economic and trade commitments, expand trade in non-sensitive goods, and improve market access for American farmers, manufacturers, and workers.
2026-09-17
According to a Reuters report on September 17, Japan and Taiwan are stepping up communication with the U.S. amid concerns that Trump might sacrifice Taiwan's interests for economic and trade commitments during the anticipated September 24 meeting with Xi Jinping. Japan has already dispatched officials to the U.S. to secure a meeting between Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and Trump, and Taiwan has also expressed its position to the U.S. side.
2026-09-17
The White House confirmed to the media on September 17 that Chinese President Xi Jinping will pay a state visit to the White House on September 24. President Trump will personally go to Joint Base Andrews at 4:00 PM on the 23rd to welcome him and will host a state dinner at the White House.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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2026-09-17
An NPR interview with US and Chinese officials on September 17 disclosed that ahead of the Trump-Xi meeting, the two sides were still jockeying over issues such as state banquet seating (about 100 tables versus about 200 people in 2015), rare earth export controls and the delay of chip restrictions (expiring on November 10), and an order for 200 Boeing aircraft. China once proposed extending the suspension of rare earth controls until January 2029, but the US side rejected it.
2026-09-17
The U.S. House of Representatives is expected to vote on September 17 on a bill that expands sanctions against Russia, extends sanctions against Iran, and grants Trump new tariff powers. The bill already passed the Senate on August 7 by 86 votes to 11. Within 30 days of taking effect, the president will impose asset freezes and visa bans on Russian officials and tariffs of up to 500% on Russian goods.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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2026-09-17
On September 17, representatives of multiple religious groups held an event at the Museum of the Bible in Washington, urging Trump to raise the issue of religious freedom in China at the Trump-Xi summit and calling for the release of people imprisoned for their faith as well as Hong Kong media figure Jimmy Lai. Pastor Kim Myeong-il, who was freed, and others attended and recounted their experiences.
2026-09-15
It was reported on September 15 that Beijing planned to seek an extension of the US-China trade truce until the end of Trump's term ahead of the Trump-Xi meeting on September 24. However, due to China's failure to fully fulfill its rare earth export commitments, the US side was only willing to renew it for 6 months and demanded that China ease its rare earth restrictions on Japan.
2026-09-16
Trump told reporters on September 16 that if the EU makes Canada its first associate member, he would impose very serious tariffs on Europe or halt trade, and called Canada a terrible trading partner.
2026-09-15
Xie Weiyaxing, wife of US scholar Mingen who is illegally detained by China, revealed that US consular officials visited Mingen for the fourth time on September 15. He was in good spirits and earnestly requested President Trump to raise this case at the summit.
2026-09-15
Attorney General and newly appointed White House Press Secretary Todd Blanch held a press conference at the White House. He pointed out that the FBI committed serious dereliction of duty in its handling of the 2024 Trump assassination attempt during the Biden administration, and that senior officials failed to fulfill their protection responsibilities. Meanwhile, officials confirmed that the shooter, Thomas Crooks, received anonymous donations after his death to pay for his cremation, and that he had used the alias 'Bobado' to receive suspicious packages while alive. Relevant leads have been transferred to the Senate for investigation.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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2026-09-15
On September 15, Russia launched 200 drones overnight at Kyiv and other cities, killing two people and destroying two gas stations in Kyiv; Ukraine struck an oil refinery in Russia’s Samara Oblast as well as drone production facilities in Taganrog and Oryol Oblast.此前 Trump said the two countries had agreed to stop attacking energy facilities.
2026-09-15
On September 15, 2026, officials officially confirmed that after Thomas Crooks, the gunman who attempted to assassinate Trump in 2024, died, an anonymous donor paid for the cremation of his body, and this suspicious point is now being reinvestigated.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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2026-09-15
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said that if Trump and Xi Jinping reach an agreement at the Trump-Xi summit on the peaceful development of AI and joint, responsible China-U.S. regulation, both should receive the Nobel Prize; Musk immediately expressed support for the proposal.
2026-09-15
U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent stated on September 15 that the Iran issue and financial ties between China and Iran will be topics of discussion at the Trump-Xi summit on September 24, and he will consult with He Lifeng this weekend.
2026-09-14
On September 14, at the All-In Summit in Los Angeles (hosted by Chamath Palihapitiya, Jason Calacanis, David Friedberg, and David Sacks), Trump called Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, who was on stage, and Huang answered on speakerphone. Trump first teased Huang for being able to build the most complex chips but failing to manage the speakerphone, then addressed the recent opposition surrounding data center construction and AI safety, calling it all a 'scam.' He accused the opponents of 'playing right into someone's hands' and hinted that the opposition might be linked to political forces or China, stating, 'We won't let that happen.' Huang replied, 'You're right, sir, we won't let that happen,' and expressed his commitment to ensuring everyone in the U.S. wins in the AI race. Trump emphasized that the U.S. must beat China in AI innovation, calling data centers 'the oil of the next 20 to 25 years.'
Location: Los Angeles, United States ·
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2026-09-14
During the Owen Summit in Los Angeles, NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang took a call from President Trump on stage and put it on speakerphone. During the call, Trump publicly stated that current criticisms regarding AI safety are a hoax.
Location: Los Angeles, United States ·
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2026-09-14
On September 14, 2026, Trump posted a series of tweets attacking the proposals by Sanders and tech giants for AI regulation and joint China-U.S. controls, saying that the claim AI will destroy the world is a hoax like global warming, that the only one happy about the conspiracies targeting AI and data centers is China, stressing that whoever wins AI wins the future, and claiming he has enormous criminal and regulatory power over AI companies.
2026-09-14
US President Trump wrote on Truth Social on September 14 that Ukraine has agreed not to strike Russian energy targets, and Russia has likewise agreed, but neither government has confirmed any such agreement, and the Kremlin said Trump's proposal is a very good idea.
2026-09-14
On September 14, 2026, Trump called Jensen Huang's mobile phone while Huang was attending a public event. Huang stated on the spot that the threat of AI is not that significant; Trump claimed that if AI is not developed, China will catch up in one year.
2026-09-14
On September 14, 2026, Trump said on Truth Social that troubled Iran is eager to reach an agreement with the United States, that the US is open to this idea, and that whether to get involved is up to him.
2026-09-14
Trump stated on Truth Social that oil is flowing through the Strait of Hormuz and that countries dependent on Gulf oil should pay the United States to compensate for the U.S. military's efforts in guiding and assisting merchant ships through the waterway.
2026-09-14
In a tweet, Trump said that Google recently claimed it wanted to build a large factory in Finland entirely because U.S. permitting and approval procedures are too cumbersome, adding that he was very unhappy and hoped Google would change its mind.
2026-09-13
Trump said on September 13 that Chinese cars will continue to be barred.
2026-09-13
On September 13, when asked about the progress of the Boeing aircraft deal, Trump stated that he would finalize the transaction.
2026-09-13
On the eve of the U.S.-China leaders' summit, Trump repeatedly stressed that the United States must maintain its lead over China in artificial intelligence, saying that whoever wins AI wins, and posted on Truth Social that there had been a conspiracy around artificial intelligence and data centers, and that the only one happy about it is China.
2026-09-13
Trump stated on September 13 that Chinese cars will continue to be blocked from the U.S. market, adding that tariffs have prevented the import of Chinese vehicles.
2026-09-11
The Pentagon held its 25th-anniversary commemoration of the 9/11 attacks on Friday. U.S. President Trump, the First Lady, Secretary of Defense Hagel, and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Dunkey attended with families of the victims. The names of the deceased were read one by one during the ceremony, and the American flag was unfurled on the exterior wall of the Pentagon. In his speech, Trump emphasized remembering history, paid tribute to anti-terrorism soldiers and rescue personnel, and mentioned preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons.
2026-09-09
Around September 9, Putin and Trump spoke by phone for about an hour, discussing the mid-November APEC summit in Shenzhen and the possibility of a trilateral meeting. Putin has confirmed his attendance at APEC; a Kremlin spokesperson said Putin discussed the possibility of a trilateral meeting with Trump, while the White House has not yet confirmed whether Trump will attend.
2026-09-09
Trump told reporters at Joint Base Andrews on September 9 that his September 8 call with Putin went well, that Russia wants to reach a deal, and that if Zelensky is also willing, a trilateral meeting among the United States, Russia, and Ukraine could be arranged. He also said that about 25,000 people had died on the Russia-Ukraine battlefield over the past month.
2026-09-09
In early September 2026, the US military said it had destroyed about 10 Iranian oil tankers over the past week. On September 9, Trump said these attacks were launched by the United States and that there would be more such operations.
2026-09-09
From September 9 to 10, Republicans held a midterm election convention at the American Airlines Center in Dallas, placing Trump at the center of the fall campaign. About 30,000 people were expected to attend, the event cost more than $40 million, and it focused on issues such as tax cuts, border security, and trade.
2026-09-09
Before heading to Texas on September 9 for a Republican event, Trump said that the war with Iran would end after the U.S. midterm elections, at which point oil prices would drop sharply and gasoline prices could ultimately fall below $2 a gallon.
2026-09-09
The Republican National Committee's midterm convention was held in Dallas, Texas from September 9 to 10. It was the first time a major U.S. party has held a national party event in a midterm election year, with about 20,000 supporters expected each day. Trump will speak on two consecutive nights, and Vice President Vance and other Republican leaders are in attendance. The agenda focuses on tax cuts, the economy, immigration, and border security.
2026-09-08
President Trump spoke with Russian President Putin by phone to discuss the mediation of the Russia-Ukraine war, stating that both sides are willing to reach an agreement, and mentioning that 25,000 people died in the war last month.
2026-09-08
According to a September 2026 program of the Lude Society, Trump said he had spoken with Kim Jong-un and planned a meeting, while the North Korean side responded that Kim's memories of meeting Trump back then were wonderful.
2026-09-08
On September 8, 2026, at a ceremony for the 9/11 steel beams memorial on the South Lawn of the White House, Trump posthumously awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom to volunteer firefighter Wells Remy Crowther, who rushed back into the rubble of the South Tower of the World Trade Center three times during the 9/11 attacks, rescued more than ten survivors, and lost his own life. His mother and sister, wearing red bandanas, accepted the award on his behalf.
2026-09-06
US Energy Secretary Chris Wright said on an ABC News program on September 6 that a nuclear deal with Iran may not be reached. Trump responded on September 9 that what he is involved in goes far beyond the scope of the nuclear issue.
2026-09-04
President Trump said on September 4 that the United States leads China in the field of AI, emphasizing that this is a competition between the two countries.
2026-09
Xi Jinping visited the United States and held a meeting with U.S. President Trump at the White House, sparking widespread attention regarding the future direction of U.S.-China relations.
2026-09
The leaders of China and the U.S. held their second meeting, visited the U.S. National Archives, conducted closed-door talks on issues including economy, trade, technology, and Taiwan, and established a head-of-state level crisis management communication mechanism.
2026-09
U.S. President Trump said on social media that a Ukrainian drone attack caused a Russian diesel refinery to be bombed and temporarily shut down, and he said the war must end.
2026-09
Chinese President Xi Jinping is scheduled to visit the United States soon. US President Trump stated he looks forward to meeting with Xi, noting that they have a very good relationship despite the two countries being competitors.
2026-09
Chairman Mullernair of the House China Special Committee wrote to Trump, stating that cooperation between the Chinese government and the Iranian military has caused American casualties, equivalent to an act of war against the United States.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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Verification: Reported ·
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2026-09
Bessent said that he had substantive discussions with He Lifen in Washington on US‑China economic relations, preparing for a meeting between Trump and Xi Jinping, with topics including protecting American workers, farmers and businesses and safeguarding economic and national security interests.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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2026-09
President Trump signs an agreement at the United Nations regarding military protection rights for Greenland, granting the United States permanent military protection rights.
Location: New York, United States ·
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Verification: Reported ·
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2026-09
US President Trump announced that the final batch of US troops is withdrawing from Iraq, marking the official end of the counterterrorism military operation that began 12 years ago, and that the US and Iraq will shift to a bilateral defense relationship.
2026-09
After a foiled aircraft hijacking attempt, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu met with heroic passengers aboard the flight and delivered remarks, then departed for the United States for emergency security talks with Trump.
2026-09
On the eve of Xi Jinping's planned visit to Washington for a meeting with U.S. President Trump, several religious groups in Washington held an event at the Museum of the Bible, calling on Trump to demand that the Chinese government release individuals imprisoned for their faith and freedom of speech during the meeting, and to include religious freedom and human rights issues on the diplomatic agenda.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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2026-09
After the "Trump‑Xi meeting", President Trump will jointly visit the US National Archives with Xi Jinping, touring important historical artifacts related to the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States, as well as materials concerning US‑China relations.
2026-09
Ukrainian President Zelensky responded to Trump's remarks, saying the war must end, and looks forward to meeting Trump during this week's UN General Assembly in New York.
2026-09
White House officials stated that President Trump will host a state dinner for Xi Jinping, personally greet him at Joint Base Andrews, and hold a welcoming ceremony.
2026-09
The U.S. President phoned Japan Prime Minister Takaichi while in Beijing to emphasize the U.S.-Japan relationship and alliance.
2026-09
According to the video, nearly 130 heads of state and government leaders traveled to New York to attend the UN General Assembly, and Trump was also present to deliver a speech.
Location: New York, United States ·
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Verification: Reported ·
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2026-09
Xi Jinping did not attend the UN General Assembly held in New York a few days earlier, but instead went directly to Washington for talks with Trump.
Location: New York, United States ·
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2026-09
An arms sale package for Taiwan valued at approximately $14 billion is still awaiting approval from the Trump administration.
2026-09
The US Department of State stated that after the meeting between Trump and Xi, the heads of state of the US and China will maintain contact and close communication.
2026-09
Following the Trump-Xi meeting, the U.S. side reaffirmed that its Taiwan policy remains unchanged, opposed any unilateral changes to the status quo by either side, and emphasized peace and stability in the Asia-Pacific region and the Taiwan Strait.
2026-09
Trump takes Xi Jinping to visit the U.S. National Archives, showing historical documents including the Treaty of Tianjin, a letter from Emperor Guangxu to President Cleveland, and the Treaty of San Francisco.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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2026-09
The Trump administration has announced a number of major South Korean investments in the United States under the U.S.-South Korea trade deal, including the Alaska LNG pipeline, nuclear power plants, and power generation facilities in Texas.
2026-09
Xi Jinping paid a three-day state visit to the United States. According to a commentary by The Economist on September 25, Trump arranged high-level protocol, but the visit yielded limited substantive results.
2026-09
According to a South China Morning Post report on October 8 citing people familiar with the matter, when Trump met Xi Jinping in Washington in September, he urged China to lift export restrictions to Japan including rare earths, saying they threatened US industry and violated the China-US Busan trade truce agreement, and also pushed for a meeting between Xi Jinping and Takaichi Sanae, but Xi Jinping did not respond actively, instead warning of an increased risk of the rise of Japanese militarism.
2026-09
According to the Financial Times, over the past several months U.S. military divers, unmanned vessels and specialized submersibles carried out mine-clearing operations in the Strait of Hormuz at night. The International Maritime Organization said Iran laid about 80 mines; Trump announced that all of them have been cleared or detonated, and the U.S. military confirmed this. Iran rejected the U.S. claims, and U.S. Central Command denied rumors that a tanker struck a mine.
2026-09
According to Hu Liren's video, U.S. President Trump raised the cases of Li Zhiying and Pastor Kim Myeong-il directly with Xi Jinping. Xi Jinping said the release of Pastor Kim could be considered, and Pastor Kim was subsequently rescued and released from prison.
2026-08-31
Trump, responding at the White House to a reporter's question on whether nuclear weapons would be used in a strike on Iran, said he had never said he would not use that option.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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2026-08-28
U.S. President Trump honored the crew of the Artemis 2 mission at the Johnson Space Center in Houston and presented the Congressional Space Medal of Honor to the four astronauts, while also announcing the establishment of the United States Space Force Academy.
2026-08-27
When asked at a press conference why he did not sanction Chinese banks doing business with Iran, Trump hinted that relevant sanctions are in progress and pointed out that there is also an intelligence and espionage confrontation between China and the United States.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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2026-08-27
28-year-old White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt bid farewell to the White House press corps, announcing she will resign at the end of August to focus on her family and children, and will assist the Republican midterm election campaign as an advisor to President Trump.
2026-08-26
U.S. President Trump signed an executive order declaring that high-capacity power system equipment supplied by foreign countries poses a national emergency threat, authorizing the Department of Energy to ban or restrict relevant high-risk foreign equipment.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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2026-08-25
President Trump announced that mines laid by Iran in the Strait of Hormuz have been cleared and warned that the U.S. military is prepared to destroy any vessel found laying mines.
2026-08-25
Famous American country music singer Dolly Parton passed away on Tuesday at the age of 80. Trump has ordered flags across the U.S. to be flown at half-staff for one week in her honor.
2026-08-24
Bloomberg reported that ahead of a scheduled meeting between Xi Jinping and Trump on September 24, the United States is considering slapping an additional 7.5% tariff on China on the grounds of overcapacity in Chinese manufacturing.
2026-08-24
U.S. President Trump announced on Truth Social that due to the breakdown of trade talks between the two countries, a 50% tariff will be imposed on Canadian automobiles, auto parts, and steel starting next January.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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2026-08-24
Reports indicate that three Secret Service officials and agents have been removed from their offices and barred from entry while under criminal investigation for allegedly leaking classified information, including threats against President Trump on Air Force One, to the media.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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Verification: Reported ·
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2026-08-24
On August 24, 2026, US media reported that the Trump administration plans to revoke the B1/B2 visas of up to 200,000 people who have applied for or are seeking asylum, which would be the largest single visa revocation in US history.
2026-08-20
Trump has delayed the 50% tariff on Canadian goods originally scheduled to take effect on August 19 due to an agreement reached between the U.S. and Canada. The new deadline is Saturday, Eastern Time.
2026-08-19
On Wednesday, US President Trump announced on Truth Social unprecedented and most devastating economic actions and isolation against Iran, targeting oil smuggling, currency swaps, and ship registries, and threatening massive economic consequences for countries providing a lifeline to Tehran.
2026-08-19
U.S. President Trump stated that Chinese President Xi Jinping will visit the U.S. on September 24, and the two sides may discuss issues such as artificial intelligence, adding that the U.S. is far ahead in the AI field.
2026-08-19
At a press conference, Trump publicly stated that North Korea currently possesses 57 nuclear weapons and plans to meet with Kim Jong Un later this year to control North Korea's nuclear program, sparking widespread concern in the international community.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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2026-08-18
President Trump stated that there are currently no talks or dialogues taking place with Iran, and emphasized that the U.S. military blockade of Iranian ports and oil terminals is fully effective.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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2026-08-17
U.S. President Trump confirmed on August 17 that the U.S. maintains informal communication channels with the Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and urged the Iranian regime to surrender.
2026-08-17
Trump stated that North Korean supreme leader Kim Jong Un has responded to his dialogue proposal, following his order to significantly scale down joint US-South Korea military exercises.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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2026-08-17
Trump confirmed at a press conference that he has made contact with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, drawing widespread attention and disrupting the plans of the Chinese Communist Party and South Korea to position themselves through the Korean Peninsula issue.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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2026-08-17
The South Korean government responded to Trump's call to scale back military exercises, stating it hopes the friendly relationship between Trump and Kim Jong Un will facilitate talks to promote peace and stability on the Korean Peninsula.
2026-08-16
In response to the non-cooperation of South Korea's Lee Jae-myung government on core interests such as the denuclearization of Iran, as well as its pro-communist tendencies, Trump instructed Secretary of War Hegseth to significantly cut the cost and scale of the ongoing US-South Korea joint military exercises.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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2026-08-16
Trump posted on Truth Social that U.S.-South Korea exercises are costly and signal hostility, demanding that Secretary of War Pete Hegseth significantly reduce the scale of the exercises.
2026-08-15
President Trump clarifies rumors regarding the service conditions of the aircraft carrier USS Lincoln at Joint Base Andrews and confirms that it will soon be replaced by the USS George Washington.
2026-08-13
US President Trump signed a proclamation on August 13, imposing tariffs of 10% to 100% on imported drones and their parts on national security grounds.
2026-08-11
On Monday, President Trump demanded that Iran must pay compensation for U.S. military casualties and war losses across multiple countries, and said this would be included as a condition in future U.S.-Iran negotiations.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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2026-08-10
President Trump posted on Truth Social demanding that Iran pay compensation for the US soldiers killed in the attack and the victims of the protests, and instructed representatives to raise the demand in future negotiations.
2026-08-09
Trump signs executive order restricting birthright citizenship and cracking down on "birth tourism".
2026-08-07
Trump held a roundtable meeting with executives from critical mineral companies at the State Council and announced a $100 million investment to cultivate the next generation of American mining talent.
2026-08-07
President Trump attended a critical minerals roundtable and announced multiple investment and loan programs aimed at promoting the independence of the U.S. critical minerals supply chain and reducing external dependence.
2026-08-06
Trump stated at the White House that he participated in negotiations related to Iran, and an agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz may be reached soon, but negotiations are still ongoing.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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2026-08-06
Trump signed two executive orders requiring restrictions on certain children born in the United States obtaining citizenship, and allowing the refusal or revocation of visas related to reproductive tourism and permanent entry bans.
2026-08-06
Trump stated that he hopes to give Iran a final opportunity to choose to sign a good deal, adding that he is reluctant to launch a large-scale attack on Iran.
2026-08-05
Trump stated in Las Vegas that he would prefer to reach an agreement with Iran regarding its nuclear program and behavior, but the United States will not allow Iran to acquire nuclear weapons, and noted that the U.S. side is prepared for military action.
2026-08-04
McCaul stated at the Ketagalan Forum in Taipei that he is confident Trump will soon submit a $14 billion arms sale package for Taiwan to Congress.
2026-08-04
Trump told reporters in Los Angeles that negotiations between the US and Iran regarding the Strait of Hormuz are progressing smoothly, and the next 48 hours are critical.
Location: Los Angeles, United States ·
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Verification: Reported ·
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2026-08-04
During an interview, Trump warned that if Iran withdraws from negotiations again, it will face very severe strikes, and reiterated that the Strait of Hormuz must be reopened.
2026-08-03
U.S. President Donald Trump accused Iran's leadership of being dishonest, saying that while it publicly denies negotiations, it is privately seeking a meeting. Trump said the United States and Iran are holding talks and reiterated that the United States will not allow Iran to possess nuclear weapons.
2026-08-03
US President Trump confirmed at the White House that, after canceling plans for a large-scale military strike on Iran, negotiations with Iran are underway aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz and discussing Iran's nuclear capabilities, warning that this is Iran's last chance to sign an agreement.
2026-08-03
US Treasury Secretary Bessent confirmed that the Trump administration has taken foreign exchange market action to help stabilize the yen, and emphasized the importance of economic security and national security.
2026-08
U.S. President Trump disclosed that U.S. intelligence agencies have long been aware that the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has obtained approximately 220 million U.S. voter records. Declassified documents indicate that Chinese intelligence agencies established a dedicated unit to analyze and exploit this data, designating the election database—which aggregates vast amounts of voter information—as a key intelligence target. This data is being monitored as part of China's long-term, systematic efforts to collect information on foreign citizens, with the incident involving concerns not only regarding election security but also the potential for personal data to be used for intelligence analysis and other strategic purposes.
2026-08
Both the US and China are making preparations for Xi Jinping's expected visit to Washington in September, with US and Chinese officials coordinating bilateral relations and summit arrangements through recent meetings and video conferences.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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Verification: Reported ·
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2026-08
One month after Trump took office, the CCP, through intelligence and propaganda analysis, concluded that the new U.S. government and its various domestic and foreign policies are all aimed at containing China, and it has begun full-scale preparations for a future decisive battle against the U.S.
2026-08
Trump has announced a coordinated economic isolation and crackdown operation against Iran on a historically unprecedented scale, issuing a stern warning to entities and countries providing smuggling assistance to Iran.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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Verification: Reported ·
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2026-08
Trump led American business figures to China to discuss issues such as trade, technology, and purchases of U.S. goods.
2026-08
US Plans to Revoke Visas of 200,000 Asylum Seekers
2026-08
Twenty-eight-year-old White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt announced she will resign at the end of August to focus on her family, and will serve as an advisor to President Trump in the future.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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Verification: Verified ·
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2026-07-30
US President Donald Trump announced that a peace committee has reached a historic agreement to push for the complete disarmament of armed groups in Gaza and an Israeli withdrawal.
2026-07-29
President Trump met with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu at the White House to discuss the future direction of U.S.-Iran military operations and issues such as Iran's nuclear facilities.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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2026-07-29
President Trump met with Ukrainian President Zelensky at the White House, focusing on missile defense capabilities, military aid to Ukraine, and strategic cooperation.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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2026-07-28
US President Trump met separately at the White House with Ukrainian President Zelensky and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu, discussing air defense missile support, the Iran issue, and a troop withdrawal plan.
2026-07-27
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu has set off for Washington, where he will hold his first face-to-face meeting with U.S. President Trump since the outbreak of the conflict.
2026-07-23
On July 23, U.S. President Trump publicly stated that Chinese President Xi Jinping will visit the U.S. on September 24 for another meeting, where the two sides will focus on discussing artificial intelligence. Trump claimed that he had already discussed artificial intelligence with Xi and extended the invitation during his visit to Beijing in May.
2026-07-24
Trump publicly condemned the Chinese Communist Party's interference in the US presidential election; Hu Liren believes this is the US preparing to disclose the Xi family's assets in the US at the end of the year.
2026-07-23
Trump warned that if attacks on Red Sea merchant ships continue, the United States will impose significant military punishment on Iran and its Houthi allies in Yemen.
2026-07-23
On July 23, 2026, U.S. President Trump publicly stated that Chinese President Xi Jinping will visit the White House on September 24 for an in-person meeting, with the two sides planning to focus on discussions about governance and cooperation in the field of artificial intelligence.
Location: Washington, United States ·
Importance IV ·
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2026-07-22
Trump said that for every time Iran fires on a commercial ship passing through the Strait of Hormuz, the United States will bomb and destroy a bridge or a power plant in Iran.
2026-07-22
The United States and Saudi Arabia announced that they have reached a civilian nuclear energy cooperation agreement. Trump has approved the agreement, and it is expected that the U.S. government will submit it to Congress for review.
2026-07-22
Greer explained the Trump administration's 2020 trade policy agenda to the Senate Finance Committee, stating that the U.S. goods trade deficit and dependence on China have both declined.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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2026-07-22
Trump attended a dignified transfer ceremony at Dover Air Force Base in Delaware for the remains of 4 US service members killed in the Iran attack, and plans to meet with their families.
2026-07-21
US President Trump met with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun at the White House to discuss implementing the Lebanon-Israel agreement and disarming Hezbollah, among other issues.
2026-07-20
Trump said he would retaliate for Iran's killing of American soldiers, and the U.S. military began a new round of strikes against Iran at 4:00 p.m. U.S. Eastern Time on July 20.
2026-07-19
The 2026 World Cup final will be held at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, featuring Spain versus Argentina, with Trump expected to present the trophy to the winning team.
2026-07-17
In a national television address, Trump characterized the Chinese Communist Party's interference in the U.S. presidential election as a political event and said the United States would take action in response.
2026-07-17
Trump said he would impose sanctions on 5 countries that purchase Russian energy and oil, with related tariffs potentially raised to 100%.
2026-07-16
Trump said that U.S. strikes on Iran will be expanded to power plants and energy facilities unless Iran returns to the negotiating table and reaches a deal with the United States.
2026-07-16
Trump delivered a national address from the White House, focusing on U.S. election integrity, the vulnerabilities of voting systems, and foreign interference.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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2026-07-16
Trump claimed that since the start of the 2020 election cycle, China has illegally obtained data on about 220 million US voters, including sensitive personal information and party affiliation information.
2026-07-16
Trump claimed that China had tried to influence the 2018 midterm elections and the 2020 presidential election, and that it had hired American media figures to write negative articles about his administration.
2026-07-16
Trump claimed that the CIA, FBI, and National Security Council hold information about Chinese interference in U.S. elections, yet have not reported it fully to the president and Congress.
Location: Washington, United States ·
Importance V ·
Verification: Disputed ·
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2026-07-16
Trump claimed that serious vulnerabilities exist in U.S. vote-counting machines, voting machines, central ballot collection systems, polling places, and related websites, which could be infiltrated by foreign powers.
2026-07-16
Trump claimed that the Department of Homeland Security found approximately 270,000 non-U.S. citizens involved in election fraud, and said the actual number could be higher.
2026-07-16
Trump claimed that another 250,000 foreigners are registered and voting in the United States, arguing that the U.S. electoral system therefore cannot continue as it is.
2026-07-16
A military conflict between Iran and the United States and the situation in the Strait of Hormuz have pushed global oil prices higher, with Trump saying oil is at about $79 a barrel.
2026-07-16
Trump announced that starting that evening, documents concerning cyberattacks on voting systems, foreign interference, and the security of election data would be made public.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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Verification: Official claim ·
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2026-07-16
Trump has asked the Justice Department, the CIA and other intelligence agencies to investigate and dismiss personnel accused of covering up information about Chinese interference in U.S. elections.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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Verification: Official claim ·
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2026-07-16
Trump claimed that the FBI possesses evidence related to Michigan voter registration and cheating rings, and called for investigations and prosecutions of those involved.
2026-07-16
Trump urged American voters to demand that members of Congress pass the Save America Act, and to support verifying voters' photo IDs and citizenship at the polls.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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2026-07-16
U.S. President Donald Trump focused on election integrity in a national address, stating that China obtained more than 200 million U.S. voter registration files, and accusing the U.S. intelligence community of suppressing intelligence about China's multi-domain influence operations in 2020.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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Verification: Verified ·
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2026-07-15
Trump said in Pennsylvania that the United States is doing very well on Iran, and that U.S. military strikes will continue until he deems them sufficient, warning that next week he may expand the targets to power plants and bridges.
2026-07-14
Trump said he does not like charging fees for the Hormuz Strait, and said that the leaders of multiple countries proposed investing tens of billions of dollars in the United States as a replacement for the previously proposed 20% cargo transit fee.
2026-07-14
Iraqi Prime Minister al-Zaidi visited the White House, discussed oil and bilateral deals with Trump, and sought U.S. investment in Iraq's oil, natural gas, and electricity sectors.
2026-07-14
Trump said the United States and Iraq will reach many trade deals, mainly involving US companies in oil extraction, and create jobs for both countries.
2026-07-13
Trump announced the resumption of a naval blockade on Iranian ports and oil terminals, and said the United States would take control of the Strait of Hormuz in response to Iran's attacks on ships.
2026-07-13
Trump announced that he will address the nation at 9 p.m. Eastern Time on July 16.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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Verification: Official claim ·
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2026-07-13
On July 13, 2026, US President Trump announced the resumption of a naval blockade of Iran, banning Iran-related trade vessels from transiting the Strait of Hormuz and imposing an additional 20% safe-passage fee on other commercial vessels.
2026-07-12
President Trump and Vice President Vance paid tribute to Lindsey Graham in posts, calling him a patriot, a great statesman, and an influential lawmaker.
Location: Washington, United States ·
Importance III ·
Verification: Reported ·
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2026-07-11
Trump said that a mayoral election held in May was not fully counted until July 11, using this to criticize the efficiency of vote counting in U.S. elections.
2026-07-10
Trump said on Truth Social that the United States is willing to continue negotiations with Iranian leaders, but reiterated that the interim peace agreement signed by the two countries on June 18 has already ended.
2026-07-10
President Trump praised NATO unity, announced $3 billion in investment by defense companies, and held bilateral talks with Zelensky and Ahmed al-Sharaa.
2026-07-10
U.S. Central Command carried out a series of fierce airstrikes against military targets inside Iran, hitting air defense systems, coastal surveillance facilities, missile and drone storage sites, among others. President Trump said the strikes were retaliation for Iran's attacks on commercial shipping.
2026-07-10
President Trump said at a press conference at the NATO summit that NATO member states have made significant progress in raising defense spending to 5% of GDP and are once again respecting the United States.
2026-07-09
Trump publicly stated his intent to eradicate the cancer of communism, with related remarks seen as targeting the CCP and Xi Jinping.
2026-07-08
Trump announced the wholesale revocation of sanctions waivers for Iranian crude oil, after which more than 80 targets along Iranian routes were bombed.
2026-07-08
At a press conference following the Ankara summit, Trump praised NATO's unity and stated that progress has been made toward the alliance members' shared goal of increasing annual defense spending to 5% of GDP.
2026-07-08
During the NATO summit, Trump met with Zelensky and stated that the U.S. would allow Ukraine to manufacture Patriot missiles and provide the relevant manufacturing methods.
2026-07-08
During the NATO summit, Trump met with Syrian President Ahmed Shara, stating that the U.S. might remove Syria from the list of state sponsors of terrorism.
2026-07-07
During the NATO summit in Turkey, U.S. President Trump held a bilateral meeting with Turkish President Erdogan to discuss the sale of F-35 fighter jets and Turkey's role in ending the U.S.-Iran conflict.
2026-07-07
U.S. President Trump stated he would consider selling F-35 fighter jets to Turkey and reiterated that Greenland should be under U.S. control, accusing Denmark of insufficient investment in ensuring Greenland's security.
2026-07-07
After the Iranian military attacked three ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz, Trump announced on July 7, 2026 that the ceasefire with Iran was over. Talks stalled, and within days the United States resumed its naval blockade of Iranian ports. The US and Iran each accused the other of violating the interim agreement signed on June 18.
2026-07-06
At the July 6 Ministry of Foreign Affairs press conference, Mao Ning confirmed that Xi Jinping had sent a congratulatory message to Trump celebrating the 250th anniversary of American independence. The related Q&A was subsequently published on the Ministry's official website.
2026-07-05
The day before the China-Russia joint maritime military exercises began, Xinhua News Agency reported that Putin and Trump had a phone call.
2026-07-04
U.S. President Trump delivered a National Day speech in Washington for the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States. The speech was delayed by more than an hour due to weather, but still attracted a large crowd. The address emphasized America's great achievements, the spirit of freedom, and its status as a world leader.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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Verification: Verified ·
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2026-07-04
The United States held the largest national celebration in history on July 4, 2026, marking the 250th anniversary of the nation's founding. President Trump delivered a speech emphasizing the eradication of the cancer of communism.
2026-07-04
U.S. President Trump travels to North Dakota to attend the opening ceremony of the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library, celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States. The Roosevelt Presidential Library opening at this important moment is of great symbolic significance.
2026-07-04
On the evening of July 4, 2026, Trump delivered a speech at the 250th anniversary celebration of the nation's founding on the National Mall in Washington, attacking communism and saying it is like a cancer that must be cut out.
2026-07-03
In an important speech, Trump publicly stated his intention to eradicate global communism, describing its threat to humanity as a disaster far exceeding that of any previous war.
2026-07-03
President Trump delivered a speech on the founding spirit of the United States at Mount Rushmore in South Dakota, kicking off the official celebrations for the 250th anniversary of the nation's founding.
2026-07-02
Trump said in an interview with CNBC that talks with Iran are progressing smoothly and Iran has almost agreed to the US demands. Previously, the US and Iran held indirect talks in Qatar.
2026-07-02
Trump flies for the first time on the new Air Force One, gifted by Qatar and retrofitted, to North Dakota to attend the opening ceremony of the Roosevelt Presidential Library.
Location: North Dakota, United States ·
Importance III ·
Verification: Verified ·
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2026-07-02
On the evening of July 2 Eastern Time, Trump posted on Truth Social, criticizing NATO relations as unequal and saying that the United States' one‑sided contribution to NATO is absurd.
2026-07-02
After arriving in North Dakota, Trump boarded the Freedom 250 special train commemorating the 250th anniversary of the United States' founding, heading to attend the opening ceremony of the Roosevelt Presidential Library.
Location: North Dakota, United States ·
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Verification: Reported ·
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2026-07
At a press conference following the NATO summit, Trump stated that the Iran war was a huge success from a military perspective, noting that Iran's military has been destroyed and it will not possess nuclear weapons. He believes this should have happened 47 years ago and emphasized that the United States played a key role in it.
2026-07
At a press conference, Trump stated that NATO member states have agreed to increase defense spending from 2% to 5% of GDP at the annual defense meeting. He attributed this to his efforts and noted that some countries are actively following suit.
2026-07
At a press conference, Trump stated that the United States has invested 19.2 trillion in national defense over the past year, far exceeding the 1 trillion from the previous administration. He indicated that these investments will be used to build factories and produce the best equipment.
2026-07
At a press conference, Trump stated that the threat of communism to the United States is more serious than World War II, World War I, 9/11, and the attack on Pearl Harbor. He believes that communism leads to national chaos, poverty, and irreparable damage.
2026-07
At a press conference, Trump claimed that Iran's air force had been destroyed, 159 warships had been sunk to the bottom of the sea, and its radar capabilities had also been destroyed. He considered this a huge success and stated that Iran would not possess nuclear weapons.
2026-07
At a press conference, Trump stated that the war in Venezuela would end in one day, and indicated that Maduro, the worst person in the world, would be locked in prison awaiting trial.
2026-07
At a press conference, Trump claimed that the number of illegal immigrants at the U.S. southern border is zero, stating that this is because the Republican Party won the election and closed the border.
2026-07
Trump stated at a press conference that the war with Iran will not restart and will end soon. He mentioned that Iran struck a U.S. warship, and the U.S. responded tenfold.
2026-07
During the NATO summit, Iran attacked three merchant ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz. The US immediately launched strikes in response, and Iran stated it had attacked US bases in the Middle East as retaliation. President Trump expressed dissatisfaction with Iran and emphasized the importance of the principle of freedom of navigation.
2026-07
Trump announced 100% tariffs on China and said the United States will continue to apply pressure in the relevant negotiations.
2026-07
Trump visited China recently, completing a trip to the country; the related arrangements were used to show that China and the United States still maintain a certain level of diplomatic exchanges.
2026-07
Trump recently stated publicly that all communism around the world must be eradicated.
2026-07
Trump launched a first round of strikes on Iran, but the program said the strikes were not forceful enough and failed to destroy the intended targets in one go, leaving the situation of continuing to deal with the Iran issue.
2026-07
Trump said that if Yemen's Houthi forces attack commercial shipping in the Red Sea again, the United States will hold Iran responsible and impose major military punishment on Iran and the Houthi forces.
2026-07-01
After the Supreme Court upheld the interpretation of birthright citizenship, U.S. President Trump posted a message congratulating Chinese President Xi Jinping on his victory on this issue.
2026-07
The Freedom 250 series of events are being held across the United States to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the nation's founding and the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
2026-07
At a press conference, Trump mentioned that Toyota built its largest factory in Texas due to tariff considerations, in order to avoid high tariffs on cars manufactured in Mexico and sold to the U.S. market. He believes this is a measure to protect American workers.
2026-07
At a press conference, Trump stated that he has mandated AI companies to build their own power plants because the country does not have enough electricity to support their computing needs. He believes the U.S. is in a leading position in the field of AI.
2026-07
At a press conference, Trump questioned polling data suggesting his approval rating was only 27%-29%, calling the figures ridiculous. He stated that because the U.S. is very successful and the candidate chosen by the opposition party is "very bad," no one can compete with him.
2026-07
Trump mentioned at a press conference that Iran's leadership has been replaced multiple times, and stated that he is Iran's number one target, but he does not care because he is doing his job.
2026-07
Trump explained at a press conference that the reason he is not taking the new Air Force One is that the aircraft needs to first go to a base in Europe for display, allowing military personnel to view it, before returning for normal operations.
2026-07
At a press conference, Trump stated that Spain is terrible and Italy is good, but most countries have not helped the U.S. deal with Iran; although they expressed willingness to help, they need to wait until the war is over.
2026-07
At a press conference, Trump stated that he has a very good relationship with Turkish President Erdogan and discussed the issue of F-35 fighter jets. He mentioned that Turkey is a strong NATO nation and expressed an inclination to help Turkey regarding the F-35 issue.
2026-07
Trump mentioned at a press conference that China has not intervened in escorting ships in Iran, nor have they sent warships to protect the Strait of Hormuz, but he believes China is doing a good job because they respect the United States.
2026-07
During the NATO summit, NATO Secretary General Rutte announced billions of dollars in deals for new weapons and other military systems in response to US President Trump's demands for increased defense spending and burden-sharing, while attempting to translate funding into actual military capabilities.
2026-07
After the NATO leaders' summit, U.S. President Trump held bilateral talks with Ukrainian President Zelensky to discuss how to end the Russia-Ukraine war. Trump also held talks with Syrian President Ahmed Shara.
2026-07
U.S. President Trump stated that he is considering lifting restrictions on F-35 fighter jets for Turkey, citing Turkey's good performance in supporting U.S. actions against Iran and its significant role in the agreement with Lebanon.
2026-07
Trump delivered a speech at the Great Hall of the People, and the related content was interpreted as public praise for Xi Jinping; afterward, his stance of criticism and pressure on the Chinese Communist Party drew attention.
2026-07
A conference was held in the eastern United States attended by more than 1,000 business leaders. Rubio and Trump attended, and participants discussed curbing the Chinese Communist Party's technological development.
2026-07
Because participants were subjected to interference and harassment by the Chinese authorities, the US government decided in July to suspend funding for a decades-old program that brought people from mainland China, Hong Kong and Macau to the US for short-term exchanges.
2026-07
During the NATO summit, U.S. President Trump criticized Spain for refusing to provide military bases for U.S. operations against Iran and instructed the Treasury Secretary to cut ties with Spain. He also reiterated that Greenland should be managed by the U.S., arguing that the defense security provided by Denmark is insufficient.
2026-07
At a press conference after the NATO summit, Trump once again reiterated that Greenland should be administered by the United States, arguing that the defense security provided by Denmark is insufficient and that Greenland is surrounded by Russian and Chinese ships.
2026-07
During the NATO summit, Trump told NATO Secretary General Rutte that Iran's attacks on commercial ships violated the ceasefire agreement, that for him everything is already over, and that he is unwilling to deal with Iran anymore.
2026-07
In Ankara, following the NATO summit, Trump held bilateral talks with NATO Secretary General Rutte, Ukrainian President Zelensky, and Syrian President Ahmed al-Shara, one after another.
2026-07
Trump arrived in Ankara on Tuesday to attend the NATO summit, his first NATO summit since returning to the White House. After arriving, he met with Erdoğan and attended a dinner for NATO leaders.
2026-06-30
The U.S. Supreme Court has overturned an executive order by Trump aimed at ending the practice of automatic citizenship for some babies born in the United States.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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Verification: Verified ·
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2026-06-30
The US Supreme Court has ruled that Trump's previous attempt to cancel part of the birthright citizenship executive order cannot continue to be enforced.
2026-06-30
Trump recently voiced his views on communism, stating that the United States can never become a communist country.
2026-06-29
President Trump announced on Monday that the US and Iran negotiating teams will meet on Tuesday in Doha, Qatar, and reiterated that Iran must not develop nuclear weapons.
2026-06-24
US President Trump stated that Iran has informed the United States that it has no intention of levying tolls or other fees on maritime traffic passing through the Strait of Hormuz, and the US and Iran are in contact regarding the safe passage of commercial vessels.
2026-06-24
Trump launched a 16-day celebration of the nation's 250th anniversary through a rally and speech at the National Mall in Washington, with events running until July 10.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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Verification: Reported ·
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2026-06-24
To celebrate the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States, the nonprofit organization Freedom 250 founded by Trump launched the 16‑day “Great American State Expo” on the National Mall in Washington. The event includes special exhibitions, a Ferris wheel, aerial performances, etc.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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2026-06-24
On June 24, Trump stated at a White House meeting with NATO Secretary General Rutte that NATO countries had failed the US in responding to joint US-Iran military operations and allowing the use of military bases.
2026-06-18
The US and Iran have signed a memorandum requiring the opening of the Strait of Hormuz and pledging that Iran will not seek to develop or acquire nuclear weapons.
2026-06-18
The United States and Iran signed an interim agreement brokered by Pakistan and Qatar. Subsequently, due to Iranian military attacks on three ships in the Strait of Hormuz, Trump announced the end of the ceasefire with Iran on July 7, leading to a halt in negotiations and the resumption of the naval blockade.
2026-06-18
In his program on June 18, 2026, Hu Liren analyzed that the Chinese Communist Party has withdrawn its forces from Scarborough Shoal for the first time in more than a decade, showing that Xi Jinping is making a strategic retreat under Trump's tough posture.
2026-06-17
Trump remotely signed the Islamabad memorandum during the G7 summit dinner at the Palace of Versailles, setting a 60-day window.
2026-06-11
On June 11, 2026, Trump stated that he had canceled the planned strike and bombing of Iran for that night because the results of the consultations with Iran had been approved by the highest level of the Iranian leadership; the stock market subsequently surged and oil prices fell.
2026-06
Trump said in a speech that it is impossible for the United States to become a communist country, linking the issue to domestic political and ideological struggles in the U.S.
2026-06
In his recent remarks on the Russia-Ukraine war, Trump's attitude shifted from saying Ukraine had no cards to play to suggesting that Ukraine may reclaim all of its lost territory.
2026-05-18
While accompanying Xi Jinping in meeting U.S. officials, Trump exchanged glances with the officials and raised his eyebrows at Defense Secretary Hegseth, who had just shaken hands with Xi Jinping. Footage of the scene has surfaced.
2026-05-14
The Trump-Xi summit held in May 2026 was interpreted by Miles Yu as exposing a dangerous tendency in U.S. foreign policy to replace strategic judgment with fantasy. He argues that the CCP used the summit to hype myths like the "Thucydides Trap" in an attempt to cover up its authoritarian nature, domestic dilemmas, and hostility toward the free world. The summit failed to resolve fundamental ideological conflicts and may have instead exacerbated misjudgment and appeasement.
2026-05-14
Trump invites Xi Jinping to visit the United States at an appropriate time
2026-05-14
Trump visited China at the invitation of Xi Jinping and held a heads-of-state summit with him; the two sides subsequently continued discussions on trade, Taiwan, and technology issues.
2026-05-14
Trump visited China at the invitation of Xi Jinping. The two sides reportedly established the US-China Trade Council and discussed promoting a more balanced trade relationship and expanding market access for U.S. agricultural and livestock products.
2026-05-14
U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping held a summit in Washington, where Xi expressed his hope that the Trump administration would handle the Taiwan issue with caution.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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Verification: Reported ·
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2026-05-13
US President Donald Trump pays a state visit to the People's Republic of China.
2026-05-13
Trump stated that during his visit to Beijing in May, he established a trade council with the Chinese side, and teams from both sides subsequently promoted the establishment of a more balanced trade relationship.
2026-05-13
When Air Force One landed at Beijing Capital International Airport on May 13, 2026, Xi Jinping did not go to the tarmac to greet Trump. Han Zheng presided over the welcome ceremony, which was attended by ambassadors of various countries to China, officials from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and the honor guard military band. It was not until the next day that Xi Jinping held a formal welcome ceremony outside the Great Hall of the People.
2026-05-11
On May 11, 2026, the White House released the list of business leaders accompanying Trump on his visit to China; Secretary of State Rubio also joined the delegation. He has been sanctioned by China since 2020, and China used a new transliteration of his name this time.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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2026-05-04
US Treasury Secretary Bessent said President Trump will use his trip to Beijing to exchange views on the US-Iran conflict, accusing China of buying 90% of Iran's energy and financing state sponsors of terrorism.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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Verification: Reported ·
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2026-05
When former US President Trump visited Beijing, he personally requested that Xi Jinping release Jimmy Lai, but did not receive a positive response.
2026-05
During Trump's visit to Beijing in May 2026, he raised Chen Youlin's case with Xi Jinping, but since then there has been no sign of release from the Chinese side, and Chen Youlin remains in custody.
2026-05
In May of this year, after visiting China and meeting with Xi Jinping, President Trump announced that China had agreed to purchase two hundred Boeing aircraft, with the total number of future orders potentially increasing to seven hundred and fifty.
2026-05-01
The first US military C-17 Globemaster III transport aircraft landed at Beijing Capital International Airport, carrying advance logistics supplies for President Trump's visit, with a total of four C-17s arriving over the following days.
2026-05
In May 2026, the Trump administration sanctioned 3 Chinese companies that provided satellite imagery to Iran, and investigated whether Chinese companies helped Iran track US warships.
2026-04-25
U.S. President Trump was shot at during the White House Correspondents' Dinner. The attacker was quickly subdued by Secret Service personnel, and one agent was lightly injured. Afterwards, Trump held a press conference saying the dinner would be rescheduled.
2026-04-23
On April 23, US President Trump posted on social media that he had ordered the US Navy to sink and destroy any ship laying mines in the Strait of Hormuz, while also demanding that minesweepers continue clearing the strait at triple intensity.
2026-04
In April 2026, Justin Sun sued World Liberty Financial, in which the Trump family is involved, accusing it of illegally freezing the WLFI tokens he held and stripping him of his voting rights.
2026-03-11
According to the interview, the United Nations passed the relevant resolution in March 2026, with over 140 member states together with the United States condemning Iran's attack on neighboring countries and restricting navigation of the Strait of Hormuz.
2026-02-28
The United States and Israel launched a joint military operation against Iran, which Trump subsequently defended.
2026-02-24
Trump said in his State of the Union address that he had not heard Iran make the statement he demanded.
2026-01-13
In January 2026, the U.S. Department of Commerce revised its rules, changing exports of Nvidia H200 chips to China to case-by-case review; the Chinese side subsequently still has not approved the purchase.
2025-11-01
On November 1, 2025, the White House claimed that the US-China agreement would effectively lift relevant rare earth export controls through general licenses; but the suspension list China subsequently released did not include the measure implemented that April placing yttrium under export licensing management.
2025-10-09
On October 9, 2025, the Ministry of Commerce of China announced the strictest rare earth export control measures to date, and Trump immediately announced an additional 100% tariff on China; after a ceasefire was reached in early November, China suspended the measure.
2025-10
Before departing for South Korea, Trump received an intelligence briefing from U.S. intelligence agencies regarding the electronic surveillance of Huang Le and the discovery of Jensen Huang's name.
2025-08
During Russian President Putin's visit to Alaska in the United States, Trump arranged for a B-2 bomber to fly directly over him, and Putin looked up to watch.
2025-07-06
Trump warned that any country whose policies align with BRICS's anti-U.S. stance will be subject to an additional 10% tariff.
2025-06-24
On the evening of June 23, 2025, U.S. Eastern Time, Trump announced that Israel and Iran had reached a ceasefire, to take effect in phases starting June 24, bringing the Twelve-Day War to an end.
2025-06-13
On June 13, 2025, Israel launched large-scale airstrikes against Iran, and the Twelve-Day War broke out.
2025-05-23
On May 23, 2025, Trump threatened to impose 50% tariffs on EU goods starting June 1, and the stock market fell; after a call with European Commission President von der Leyen on May 25, he agreed to postpone it to July 9.
2025-04-10
The Trump administration had raised tariffs on Chinese goods to 145% earlier this year, after which China and the United States temporarily lowered tariffs and maintained a trade truce. Trump said relevant talks would be held during the summit.
2025-04-09
On April 9, 2025 (US Eastern Time), after violent swings in the bond and stock markets, Trump announced a 90-day suspension of reciprocal tariffs (except for China), and the three major US stock indexes immediately surged.
2025-04-02
On April 2, 2025, Trump announced "Liberation Day" reciprocal tariffs, imposing a minimum 10% tariff on imports from around the world, triggering a sharp decline in global financial markets.
2024-07-13
Thomas Matthew Crooks shot Trump at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, wounding Trump and leaving two people dead or wounded; the gunman was then shot dead.
2021-06-09
On June 9, 2021, Biden signed an executive order revoking Trump’s bans on WeChat and TikTok, instead directing the Commerce Department to conduct security reviews of related Chinese apps.
2020-02-06
Fauci recorded meetings with the White House and task force in his diary, suggesting that then-US President Trump ask Xi Jinping during a phone call to approve the dispatch of a WHO delegation to China, including CDC and NIH experts.
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2020-02-05
U.S. President Trump met with Venezuelan opposition leader Guaidó in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington, stating that he would continue to support the Venezuelan people and calling for Maduro to step down.
2020-01-15
On January 15, 2020, US President Trump and Chinese Vice Premier Liu He signed the China-US Phase One economic and trade agreement at the White House.
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2020-01-08
On January 8, 2020, Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps fired ballistic missiles at Ain al-Asad and other air bases in Iraq where U.S. troops were stationed, in retaliation for the killing of Qasem Soleimani; Trump subsequently said that Iran appeared to be standing down.
2020
Trump claimed that in 2020 Michigan police arrested a fraud ring that falsified voter registrations and received gift cards; in fact, a Muskegon city clerk rejected suspicious applications, and no charges were filed after an FBI investigation.
2019-06-20
On June 20, 2019, Iran shot down a U.S. military RQ-4 drone. Trump at one point approved a retaliatory strike, but called it off that night before the operation began, saying the expected casualties would be disproportionate compared with the downed drone.
2019
During the 2019 Hong Kong anti-extradition bill protests, the CCP massed a large number of troops and military vehicles around the Lo Wu Bridge area. President Trump warned on Twitter that the CCP must be prevented from a bloody crackdown on Hong Kong and a repeat of the Tiananmen incident, and the U.S. side issued a stern warning.
2018-05-08
On May 8, 2018, Trump announced that the United States would withdraw from the Iran nuclear deal (Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action), a move that drove up oil prices.
2018-03-22
On March 22, 2018, Trump signed a memorandum accusing China of stealing intellectual property; on July 6, the U.S. imposed 25% tariffs on $34 billion worth of Chinese goods, and China retaliated the same day.
2018
In 2018, during the Trump administration, the United States began imposing high-tech sector restrictions on China; on April 16, the U.S. Department of Commerce reimposed a seven-year export ban on ZTE.
2018-01
Michael Wolff published Fire and Fury, which disclosed Bannon's criticisms of the Trump family; Trump subsequently attacked Bannon publicly, and Rebekah Mercer cut ties with Bannon.
2017-04
President Trump invited Xi Jinping and Peng Liyuan to a summit at the Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida, where First Lady Melania Trump took Peng Liyuan to visit the Bak Middle School of the Arts.
2017
In 2017, U.S. President Trump shattered the old consensus and ultimately called China America's rival.
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2017
Trump had dinner with Xi Jinping at his Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida, and during dessert, mentioned that the U.S. had launched dozens of Tomahawk missiles into Syria.
Location: Florida, United States ·
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2016-11-08
Trump stated that since his first election in 2016, he has established a friendship with Xi based on mutual respect and the fundamental interests of the peoples of both countries.