Fact-check: The article accurately reflects Trump's past statements about liking Xi Jinping while finding dealings difficult, based on historical records, but it incorrectly refers to Trump as the current US President, which is misleading. The claim of a potential phone call between Trump and Xi is unverified and possibly speculative, and as a TASS source, it may carry bias from a state-affiliated outlet.
Trump says 'always liked' Xi Jinping, but dealing with him 'extremely hard'
US President Trump expressed that he has always liked Chinese President Xi Jinping, but finds dealing with him extremely hard. The White House announced that Trump and Xi might have a telephone conversation this week.