President Trump accused Russian President Vladimir Putin, Chinese President Xi Jinping, and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un of “conspiring against the United States” during a high-profile military parade held September 3 in Beijing. The event, commemorating the 80th anniversary of Japan’s surrender in World War II, showcased China’s military power with its key authoritarian allies standing united on a global stage.
Trump made the accusation on Truth Social, calling out the trio’s display of unity as a clear threat to American national security. In a pointed message, Trump wrote: “Please give my warmest regards to Vladimir Putin, and Kim Jong Un, as you conspire against The United States of America.” He also criticized President Xi for failing to acknowledge the United States’ role in helping China defeat Imperial Japan.
The Beijing parade included ballistic missile demonstrations, armored divisions, and elite troops marching under banners of military supremacy. State media described the event as a “show of solidarity” among America’s adversaries, while Western observers noted the presence of all three authoritarian leaders as a pointed signal against U.S. influence in the Indo-Pacific.
The Kremlin dismissed Trump’s remarks, calling them “ironic” and stating there was no coordinated plot against the United States. Despite the denial, Trump’s warning reignites concerns about the growing military and diplomatic alignment between Russia, China, and North Korea—all three facing heavy sanctions and increasing hostility toward the West.
Trump’s message reflects escalating concerns over China’s expanding military ambitions and deepening partnerships with regimes hostile to U.S. interests. The Beijing parade, framed by Communist symbolism and anti-Western messaging, further confirmed the tightening alliance between the world’s most aggressive authoritarian states.
