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"Trump helps Putin and Xi jump into each other's arms"

CNN Portugal12 September 2026 at 12:15

The commentator Miguel Baumgartner analyzes the relationship between Russia and China, considering that Donald Trump intended to distance Moscow from Beijing's influence, but is achieving the opposite result. According to his analysis, Trump's policies have ended up bringing the two leaders even closer.

Baumgartner explains that Moscow and Beijing need each other, establishing a relationship of mutual dependence that has been strengthening. This strategic alliance between Russia and China has been strengthened precisely by the international positioning of the United States.

The commentator suggests that the attempts to isolate Russia through sanctions and diplomatic pressures ended up pushing Putin into Xi Jinping's arms, creating a common front between the two countries against the West.

Why this matters

This article is relevant for readers who follow international politics and relations between superpowers, as it shows how US decisions can have unforeseen consequences on the global geopolitical balance. The rapprochement between Russia and China can affect trade, energy, and security policies that directly impact Europe and the Western world.

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