China is attempting to "meddle" in the forthcoming US mid‑term elections, President Donald Trump told world leaders during a UN meeting.

Trump said on Wednesday “they don't want me or us to win because I am the first president to ever challenge China on trade".

Trump did not offer proof for his claim.

China and the US have been in a battle over tariffs since his election.

China's foreign minister denounced the "unwarranted accusation".

The US congressional mid‑terms are due to be held on 6 November.

[Source: BBC]