President Donald Trump signaled a potential easing of U.S. enforcement of oil sanctions on Iran to aid its rebuilding efforts after recent conflicts. Trump stated, “They’re going to need money to put that country back into shape. We want to see that happen.”
Steve Witkoff, Trump’s Middle East envoy, indicated that Trump’s remarks were a signal to China, emphasizing, “We want to work with you, that we’re not interested in hurting your economy.” China, the largest buyer of Iranian crude, has consistently opposed Trump’s sanctions on Iranian oil.
