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Trump's Threat to Block Strait of Hormuz Could Impede Xi Summit

Analysts suggest that Donald Trump's threat to blockade the strategically important Strait of Hormuz could create a political dilemma for China. This potential confrontation might jeopardize the planned meeting between US President Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping.

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