Overview

• Trump posted on Truth Social asking Xi to pass along his greetings to Putin and Kim “while they conspire against the United States of America.”
• Putin responded that Trump “has a sense of humor” and said he maintains a good relationship with the U.S. president.
• Kremlin aide Yuri Ushakov denied any plotting by the three leaders and described Trump’s message as an ironic comment.
• Xi and Putin held talks around SCO meetings, with Xi telling state media that China–Russia ties show durable, comprehensive strategic coordination.
• U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Trump directed the Pentagon to prepare to counter closer Russia–China alignment, following the Beijing parade marking the Pacific war’s 80th anniversary.