In a surprising twist amid escalating U.S.-China tensions, President Donald Trump described his latest phone call with Chinese President Xi Jinping as "excellent," "long," and "thorough." The leaders discussed a wide range of sensitive topics: military issues, the Taiwan situation, Russia's war in Ukraine, Iran's current dynamics, trade deals , and Trump's highly anticipated trip to Beijing in April.
Yet, this cordial exchange raises serious question Trump has repeatedly painted China as a major global threat, warning the world about its dangers, urging countries to avoid business ties, and even claiming China could "take over" Greenland (prompting his push for U.S. control of the Arctic island to counter Beijing and Moscow's influence).