Reuters World News China tariffs, Gazans return and the war on the left
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Oct 11, 2025 In the aftermath of the Israel-Hamas ceasefire, thousands of Palestinians return to the ruins of Gaza, highlighting the complexities of hostage negotiations. In the U.S., Trump imposes 100% tariffs and tightens software export controls on China. Amidst shutdown-driven job cuts, a multi-agency crackdown on liberal groups stirs concerns over civil liberties. Meanwhile, Sébastien Lecornu's reappointment as French prime minister reflects political tension, and a tiny West African nation is on the brink of World Cup qualification.
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Phase One Return To Ruins
- Thousands of displaced Palestinians are returning to Gaza amid a ceasefire and deep destruction.
- The deal is a phased, open-ended ceasefire that may avoid past deadline failures.
Open-Ended Ceasefire Strategy
- This ceasefire is framed as a partial, first-phase agreement rather than a time-limited final deal.
- That open-ended structure could prevent collapse like earlier deals that failed at fixed deadlines.
Trump Escalates Trade With China
- President Trump announced 100% additional tariffs on Chinese exports and new software export controls by November 1st.
- The move responds to China's rare-earth export restrictions and escalates U.S.-China trade tensions.