President Donald Trump accused Chinese President Xi Jinping, Russian President Vladimir Putin, and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un of conspiring against the United States during a military parade in Beijing. The event commemorated the 80th anniversary of Japan's surrender in World War II and featured a display of military might, including missiles and marching troops.
In a post on Truth Social, Trump extended his greetings to the leaders while expressing concern over their gathering. He wrote, "May President Xi and the wonderful people of China have a great and lasting day of celebration. Please give my warmest regards to Vladimir Putin and Kim Jong Un, as you conspire against The United States of America."
The parade marked the first public appearance of the three leaders together. It showcased China's military advancements and aimed to strengthen alliances amid rising global tensions. Xi declared that China was "unstoppable" and emphasized the need for humanity to choose between peace and war, positioning China as a counter to the U.S.-led global order.
The Kremlin responded to Trump's accusations, with foreign policy aide Yuri Ushakov stating, "No one was plotting any conspiracies, no one was plotting anything. Moreover, no one even had such a thought." Ushakov suggested that there might be irony in Trump's comments.
Trump's post also reflected on the historical support the U.S. provided to China during World War II. He questioned whether Xi would acknowledge the sacrifices made by Americans in that conflict, stating, "The big question to be answered is whether or not President Xi of China will mention the massive amount of support and 'blood' that The United States of America gave to China in order to help it to secure its FREEDOM from a very unfriendly foreign invader. Many Americans died in China’s quest for Victory and Glory. I hope that they are rightfully Honored and Remembered for their Bravery and Sacrifice!"
The military parade was attended by various leaders from countries that have strained relations with the U.S. and its allies. It served as a demonstration of unity among nations opposing U.S. influence. Earlier in the day, Trump had expressed a more relaxed attitude about the potential alliance between China and Russia, stating, "We have the strongest military in the world by far. They would never use their military on us, believe me. That would be the worst thing they could ever do."
As the geopolitical landscape continues to evolve, Trump's remarks highlight ongoing tensions between the U.S. and these three nations.