Trump on China Tariffs, Xi Meeting, and Israeli Hostage Deal

China Trade War Escalation

• 🇨🇳 President Trump expressed uncertainty about his meeting with President Xi, stating he would attend regardless but acknowledging the possibility of cancellation.
• 💡 China's Commerce Ministry issued a decree requiring companies to seek permission for exporting items containing rare-earth minerals, including batteries and magnet technologies.
• 📈 In response, Trump announced a 100% tariff increase on Chinese goods, calling China's action "shocking" and "out of the blue."
• ✈️ Trump indicated that more than just software could be subject to export controls, mentioning airplanes and airplane parts, noting China's significant reliance on Boeing aircraft.

Israeli Hostage and Gaza Deal

• 🤝 Trump discussed persuading Israeli Prime Minister to accept the Gaza deal, describing it as a great deal for Israel, Arabs, Muslims, and the world.
• 🕊️ He confirmed that hostages would be returned on Monday, with efforts underway to retrieve them from difficult locations.
• 💔 The deal also involves the recovery of approximately 28 bodies, with excavation work ongoing.
• 🌍 Trump noted widespread celebration of the deal, with people dancing in the streets of Qatar, Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Egypt.
• 🎤 He announced plans to speak at the Knesset in Israel and also visit Egypt.