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Trump's plan for economic D-day for Iran has one big hole: China

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The Trump administration is seeking to pressure Iran's economy by requesting that international partners voluntarily cease business operations with the country. This initiative, described as an economic D-day, aims to further isolate the Iranian government through coordinated global economic withdrawal.

However, the strategy faces a significant obstacle as China, a critical global economic player, has formally stated it will not cooperate with the administration's request. The refusal of a major trading partner to participate creates a substantial gap in the effectiveness of the proposed economic squeeze on Iran.

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