Weisses Haus: Strasse von Hormus muss offen bleiben – 20 Min
News Context
At a glance
- President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping agreed during a meeting in Beijing on May 16, 2026, that the Strait of Hormuz must remain open.
- The agreement follows the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz by Iran.
- President Trump stated that President Xi has offered assistance in the conflict with Iran.
U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping agreed during a meeting in Beijing on May 16, 2026, that the Strait of Hormuz must remain open.
The agreement follows the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz by Iran. The White House has maintained that the waterway must stay accessible.
President Trump stated that President Xi has offered assistance in the conflict with Iran.
Marco Rubio indicated that the United States is relying on help from China to address the situation regarding the Strait of Hormuz.
Concurrent with the diplomatic efforts in Beijing, reports indicate that further executions have taken place in Iran amid the ongoing war.