Trump: U.S.-China trade deal, TikTok sale likely this week

President Donald Trump announced that a trade agreement with China and a final deal for TikTok (BDNCE) could be reached this week.

He is scheduled to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday in South Korea to discuss these important matters.

“I’ve got a lot,” Trump said, indicating progress on the negotiations. Further details are expected following the meeting.
https://seekingalpha.com/news/4508490-trump-us-china-trade-deal-tiktok-sale?utm_source=feed_news_all&utm_medium=referral&feed_item_type=news

Soybean farmer says aid announced by Trump falls short as losses mount from trade war

Last month, President Trump announced that he would use revenue generated by tariffs to bail out American soybean farmers affected by the ongoing trade war with China.

Farmers were expecting around $13 billion in assistance to help offset their losses. However, the administration is only offering a quarter of that amount, leaving many growers concerned about their financial future.

As Lana Zak reports, these farmers are now facing growing financial strain amid the unresolved trade tensions.
https://www.cbsnews.com/video/soybean-farmer-says-aid-announced-by-trump-falls-short-as-losses-mount-from-trade-war/

US, Canada consider reopening Keystone XL pipeline in trade talks – FT

The Canadian government is considering pursuing a restart of the Keystone Pipeline as part of a grand bargain to ease some of President Trump’s tariffs on products such as steel and aluminum.

Canada’s Energy Minister, Tim Hodgson, shared insights into this potential move, highlighting ongoing discussions aimed at improving trade relations between the two countries.

The proposed strategy could serve as a critical step toward resolving tariff disputes and fostering stronger cross-border cooperation in the energy sector.
https://seekingalpha.com/news/4505036-us-canada-consider-reopening-keystone-xl-pipeline-in-trade-talks—ft?utm_source=feed_news_all&utm_medium=referral&feed_item_type=news

Trump says he wrapped call with Putin, calls it “very productive”

President Trump posted on social media on Thursday that he had a “very productive” call with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
https://www.cbsnews.com/video/trump-says-he-wrapped-call-with-putin-calls-it-very-productive/

Hamas close to deciding response to Trump’s Gaza deal, source tells ‘Post’

**Hamas Close to Deciding Response to Trump’s Gaza Deal, Source Tells ‘Post’**

It remains unclear whether or not President Donald Trump will enforce the “three or four days” deadline he previously set for a response regarding his Gaza deal.

US President Donald Trump was seen in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC, on September 30, 2025.
*(Photo Credit: REUTERS/KEN CEDENO)*

By AMICHAI STEIN, REUTERS
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https://www.jpost.com/international/article-869267

Hamas close to deciding response to Trump’s Gaza deal, source tells ‘Post’

Hamas Close to Deciding Response to Trump’s Gaza Deal, Source Tells ‘Post’

It remains unclear whether US President Donald Trump will enforce the “three or four days” deadline he had previously set regarding the Gaza deal.

US President Donald Trump was seen in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC, on September 30, 2025. (Photo credit: REUTERS/KEN CEDENO)

By AMICHAI STEIN, REUTERS

https://www.jpost.com/international/article-869267