How Trump may push Iran into China’s lap

Reintroduction of sanctions could see Middle East country ramp up exports to Asia

Donald Trump under fire over his handling of the Niger operation
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Donald Trump is threatening to impose economic sanctions on Iran, a move that commentators warn could lead to a global economic power shift from the US to China.

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