10PM ET 10/12/2025 Newscast

Summary

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Fox News Hourly Update – 10PM ET, 10/12/2025

Host: Kathleen Maloney, FOX News Podcasts
Date: October 13, 2025

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Episode Overview

This episode delivers concise updates on the world’s top headlines, focusing on rising tensions between the US, Ukraine, and Russia; a historic peace agreement in the Middle East; severe weather warnings on the US east coast; a tragic mass shooting in South Carolina; a notable legal case’s lengthy conclusion; and political upheaval in France. The coverage typifies FOX News’ fast-paced, matter-of-fact tone.

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Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. US–Russia–Ukraine Tensions (00:02–00:24)

• President Trump’s Warning to Russia:

  • President Trump suggested the US "may provide Ukraine with long range Tomahawk missiles" if ongoing conflict with Russia persists.
  • He emphasized the Tomahawk’s offensive capabilities and its deterrent effect.

  "I might say, look, if this war is not going to get settled, I'm going to send them Tomahawks. ... And honestly, Russia does not need that."
  — Donald Trump (00:11)

2. Historic Middle East Peace Agreement & Israeli Hostages (00:24–01:31)

• Peace Talks & Hostage Deal:

  • Trump, en route to the Middle East, is set to join a peace agreement culminating in the release of Israeli hostages held by Hamas for two years.
  • Large gatherings in Israel and support from Muslim and Arab countries underscore the event’s significance.

  "Everybody's cheering at one time, that's never happened before."
  — Donald Trump (00:38)

• On-the-Ground Report from Hostages Square:

  • Trey Ying reports anticipation in Tel Aviv as families await the release of hostages.
  • Details of the deal: Hostages to be exchanged for nearly 2,000 Palestinian prisoners, with specified numbers for deportation and release regions.

  "The hostages are expected to be picked up by the Red Cross inside Gaza, then transferred to Israeli forces ... reunited with family ... flown by helicopter to local hospitals."
  — Trey Ying (00:52)

3. Severe Weather Warnings in Atlantic States (01:31–02:00)

• Governors' Emergency Alerts:
  • New Jersey’s Phil Murphy and New York’s Kathy Hochul declared emergencies due to impending heavy rain and wind.
  • Warnings concern the risk of flying debris and power outages.

4. Mass Shooting in South Carolina (02:32–03:05)

• Incident at St. Helena Island Bar:

  • Four people killed, at least twenty injured overnight.
  • Deputies reported chaos and called for public patience as investigations continue.

  "The Beaufort County Sheriff's Office called it a tragic and difficult incident and is asking for patience."
  — Kathleen Maloney (02:32)

5. South Carolina Death Row Legal Update (03:05–03:44)

• Fred Singleton’s Case:

  • Singleton, sentenced in 1983 for rape and murder, spent decades on death row.
  • His execution blocked by mental health concerns; he died at 81 from natural causes after over half his life in prison.

  "It didn't happen and never will. Fred Singleton died last week from natural causes in a prison infirmary. He was 81 and spent more than half his life on death row."
  — Jack Callahan (03:23)

6. Political Shake-Up in France (03:44–04:29)

• Sebastian Lecournaux’s Cabinet Formation:
  • Amid pressure to resolve budget and political unrest, France’s Prime Minister forms a new government.
  • The cabinet is a blend of Macron’s centrists, conservatives, and some newcomers; doubts remain about the government's stability.
  • Macron’s lack of a parliament majority raises calls for elections or resignation.

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Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Trump’s Deterrent Tone:

  "Honestly, Russia does not need that." (00:11)

• On the Hostage Release:

  "Everybody's cheering at one time. That's never happened before." (00:38)

• Community Tension in Israel:

  "Anticipation is high in these final hours." (00:52)

• Local Authority Appeals:

  "The Beaufort County Sheriff's Office called it a tragic and difficult incident and is asking for patience..." (02:32)

• Legal Limbo Resolution:

  "Fred Singleton died last week from natural causes in a prison infirmary. He was 81 and spent more than half his life on death row." (03:23)

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Segment Timestamps

| Segment | Timestamps | |----------------------------------------------------|------------------| | US–Ukraine–Russia Missile Tension | 00:02–00:24 | | Mideast Peace & Hostage Release (Trump & Israel) | 00:24–01:31 | | Weather Emergencies in NJ & NY | 01:31–02:00 | | Mass Shooting – St. Helena Island, SC | 02:32–03:05 | | Fred Singleton Death Row Case | 03:05–03:44 | | France’s New Government | 03:44–04:29 |

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Tone & Style

The episode maintains a brisk, direct news update format, prioritizing factual accuracy and concise reporting. High-stakes international issues, severe weather, and domestic tragedies are all framed with urgency, gravity, and a focus on both official statements and human impact.

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Transcript

[Kathleen Maloney]

A warning for Russia. I'm Kathleen Maloney, Fox News. President Trump now says the US May provide Ukraine with long range Tomahawk missiles.

[Donald Trump]

I might say, look, if this war is not going to get settled, I'm going to send them Tomahawks. I may said that the Tomahawk is an incredible weapon, very offensive weapon. And honestly, Russia does not need that.

[Kathleen Maloney]

Trump spoke by phone today with Ukrainian President Zelensky. President Trump is on his way now to the Mideast for the signing of a peace agreement that will bring the remaining Israeli hostages home after two years in Hamas captivity.

[Donald Trump]

This is a very special event. They had 500,000 people yesterday and today in Israel and also the Muslim and Arab countries are all cheering. Everybody's cheering at one time. That's never happened before.

[Kathleen Maloney]

Fox's Trey Yings has more.

[Trey Ying]

Overnight, hundreds of thousands of Israelis gathered here in Hostages Square for what they hope will be their final rally. With the families of those expected to be released by Hamas standing behind them and many former hostages, anticipation is high in these final hours. The hostages are expected to be picked up by the Red Cross inside Gaza and then transferred to Israeli forces. Then they'll be reunited with family members and flown by helicopter to local hospitals for medical treatment. The hostages are set to be exchanged for nearly 2,000 Palestinian prisoners. 142 of them are likely to be deported abroad, 100 released into the West bank, five to East Jerusalem and three to Gaza.

[Kathleen Maloney]

The hostages could be released tomorrow as the Atlantic states brace for two days of heavy rain and wind. Two governors have already declared states of emergency. New Jersey's Phil Murphy and New York's Kathy Hochul are warning several counties to be aware of flying debris and power outages that may come with this severe weather. America is listening to FOX News.

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[Kathleen Maloney]

A mass shooting at a bar on South Carolina's St. Helena island left four people dead, at least 20 injured overnight. Deputies say they arrived to find several victims amid a large crowd with others fleeing to nearby businesses for safety. The Beaufort County Sheriff's Office called it a tragic and difficult incident and is asking for patience as the investigation continues. Four victims died at the scene. Four of the wounded remain in critical condition. A legal limbo ends for South Carolina death row inmate Fox's Jack Callahan explains.

[Jack Callahan]

Fred Singleton was condemned to die in South Carolina's electric chair back in 1983 for the rape and murder of a woman. Police had found his fingerprints at her home and her jewelry in his pocket when he was arrested. But Singleton's attorneys argued he was mentally incompetent, and the South Carolina State Supreme Court eventually agreed, blocking his execution but leaving the death sentence in place in case he should someday be restored to reason. It didn't happen and never will. Fred Singleton died last week from natural causes in a prison infirmary. He was 81 and spent more than half his life on death row. Jack Callahan, Fox News France's newly reappointed.

[Kathleen Maloney]

Prime minister, Sebastian Lecournaux, named a new government today as he faces pressure to urgently produce a budget and quell political turmoil that is scarring businesses and as well as staining the country's image. The cabinet includes several members who served in previous governments from President Emmanuel Macron's centrist camp and allied conservatives, as well as a few people from outside the political circle. It's unclear how long this new term will last. Macron, whose term runs to 2027, lacks a majority in the deeply fractured parliament. Opposition leaders have called for new elections or his resignation. I'm Kathleen Maloney. This is Fox.

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