Trump Takes Aim at China During Xi Jinping’s Grand Military Parade

A Parade with Political Undertones

Chinese President Xi Jinping kicked off the grand military parade in Tiananmen Square to mark the 80th anniversary of Japan’s surrender. Rows of soldiers, advanced missiles, and fighter jets were displayed before thousands of spectators and millions of TV viewers. Among the guests stood Russia’s Vladimir Putin and North Korea’s Kim Jong Un, shoulder to shoulder with Xi—a striking image of global unity from which the United States was pointedly absent.

Trump’s Digital Counterattack

While Xi greeted veterans and spoke of “a shared future for humanity,” Donald Trump took to Truth Social. He reminded China that the United States lost thousands of soldiers fighting Japan—and insisted that their legacy be remembered.

“Many Americans died in China’s fight for freedom. I hope they will be honored for their bravery and sacrifice,” Trump wrote.

At the same time, he delivered an ironic message to Xi, Putin, and Kim: “Send my warmest regards as you conspire against the USA.”

Two Messages—Two Worlds

While Xi spoke of peace, dialogue, and global cooperation, Trump focused on isolationism and mistrust. The contrast emphasized the growing divide between an Asian bloc displaying unity as strength and an American president increasingly going it alone.

What Happens Now?

Trump recently met with Putin in Alaska, but has not yet sat down with Xi during his second term in office. No summit between the two leaders is currently scheduled, despite official expressions of hope from Washington. Still, the parade in Beijing demonstrates that Xi is seeking new allies—and that America’s words may still cast a long shadow over even the grandest military displays.

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