China Threatens Trump Over Strait Of Hormuz! (Jimmy Dore)

According to recent reports cited by CNN, US intelligence claims China is preparing to ship shoulder-fired anti-air missiles (MANPADS) to Iran, potentially within weeks, which could target US jets. China has firmly denied the report, stating it has never provided weapons to conflict parties.

Jimmy and Americans’ Comedian Kurt Metzger note that President Trump warned that he would slap 50% tariffs on China if the news proves accurate, though he expressed doubt about the reports. Meanwhile, China has asserted its right to navigate the Strait of Hormuz and protect its energy interests with Iran, signaling a multi-polar challenge to US influence.



Chinese purchases of Iranian oil provides money to Iran. Shoulder fired missiles can be bought from Russia since they are under attack by the US in Ukraine. Which ever way you cut it the Iranians are getting support from both Russia and China. 

[Posted at the SpookyWeather2 blog, April 16, 2026.]