Fox News Hourly Update — 11AM ET, November 29, 2025

Episode Overview

This episode delivers the latest updates on national and international news, focusing on ongoing investigations in Washington, D.C., new developments in Ukraine, domestic incidents in California, protests nationwide, and global expressions of solidarity with Palestinians. The pace is brisk, with sharp reporting on major events, direct quotes from key officials, and field reports from Fox correspondents.

Major Stories & Key Discussion Points

1. Investigation into the Deadly National Guard Attack in D.C.

• Suspect’s Background and Vetting Issues

  • Paul Stevens opens with news of the ongoing investigation into a deadly attack involving a national guard member in D.C.
  • Joe Kent (Head of the National Counterterrorism Center) clarifies the suspect, 29-year-old Ramanullah Lockenwal, was initially vetted only for intelligence and military work with U.S. forces in Afghanistan—not for resettlement in America.
    • “Lockenwal was only vetted to fight against U.S. enemy forces in Afghanistan and not for his suitability to come to America.” (Joe Kent, 00:28)
  • Points out the Biden administration used this limited vetting standard during the 2021 Afghanistan withdrawal.
  • When Lockenwal was granted asylum earlier this year, an additional screening process should have taken place but it is unclear if all steps occurred.
    • This process would normally involve “biographic checks, biometric checks and in-person interviews.” (Joe Kent, 00:49)

• Victims of the Attack

  • 20-year-old Sarah Beckstrom (deceased) is honored in a fallen soldier procession in D.C.
  • 24-year-old Andrew Wolf is critically injured.
  • The suspect faces first degree murder charges; federal authorities will pursue the death penalty.
    • “Feds say they’ll be seeking the death penalty for the suspect who’s now facing first degree murder charges for Beckstrom’s death.” (Paul Stevens, 00:56)

2. Ukraine: Missile and Drone Attacks on Kyiv

• Russian overnight attacks in residential areas across Kyiv kill at least three and injure dozens.
• President Zelensky speaks out in the aftermath; the attacks coincide with the resignation of a senior advisor amid a corruption probe.
  • “Officials in Ukraine, meantime, say Russia launched a major overnight attack on Kyiv with drones and missiles…at least three people were killed, dozens hurt.” (Paul Stevens, 01:11)

3. Domestic Incident: San Jose Mall Shooting

• Shooting at a San Jose, California mall leaves three injured, including a 16-year-old girl, on Black Friday.
• The incident is attributed to an argument between two people; two bystanders were also wounded.
• All victims have non-life-threatening injuries; suspect remains at large.
  • “Officials saying an argument between two people led to gunfire. Two bystanders were hit. All have non-life threatening injuries.” (Paul Stevens, 01:36)

4. Black Friday Protests at Home Depot

• Protests outside a Home Depot in Torrance, California, by immigrant rights groups opposing recent ICE raids.
• Home Depot denies complicity in raids, stating:
  • “We aren’t notified that immigration enforcement activities are going to happen and we aren’t involved in the operations. We aren’t coordinating with ICE or Border Patrol.” (Home Depot statement via Laura Diaz, 02:53)
• Similar demonstrations reported in Cleveland and Charlotte.

5. International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People

• November 29th is recognized globally and at the U.N. as a day of solidarity with Palestinians.
• Jonathan Savage reports on worldwide protests and condemnation of the situation in Gaza.
• U.N. Secretary General Antonio Guterres emphasizes Palestinians’ “right to dignity, to justice, to self determination…violated beyond comprehension.” (Jonathan Savage, 03:36)
• Rallying cities include New York, London, Berlin.

6. Pope Leo XIV Visits Istanbul’s Blue Mosque

• The Pope begins a day of interreligious meetings and services in Turkey, visiting Istanbul’s iconic Blue Mosque.
• Despite Vatican statements about a planned moment of prayer, reporters on the scene did not see it take place.
  • “The pontiff would pause for a brief minute of silent prayer, though reporters on the scene say he did not appear to do so.” (Paul Stevens, 04:06)
• The visit includes meetings with Turkey’s top religious officials and celebration of a Catholic Mass.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• “Lockenwal was only vetted to fight against U.S. enemy forces in Afghanistan and not for his suitability to come to America.”
  (Joe Kent, 00:28)

• “Feds say they’ll be seeking the death penalty for the suspect who’s now facing first degree murder charges for Beckstrom’s death.”
  (Paul Stevens, 00:56)

• “We aren’t notified that immigration enforcement activities are going to happen and we aren’t involved in the operations. We aren’t coordinating with ICE or Border Patrol.”
  (Home Depot statement, 02:53, via Laura Diaz)

• “Palestinians have a right to dignity, to justice, to self determination and these rights have been violated beyond comprehension.”
  (Antonio Guterres, quoted by Jonathan Savage, 03:36)

• “The pontiff would pause for a brief minute of silent prayer, though reporters on the scene say he did not appear to do so.”
  (Paul Stevens, 04:06)

Timestamps: Key Segments

• [00:02] - D.C. guard attack update and vetting concerns
• [00:56] - Victims honored, charges, and penalty announcement
• [01:11] - Ukraine: Major attack on Kyiv, casualties, and political fallout
• [01:36] - San Jose mall shooting
• [02:32] - Black Friday protests at Home Depot (Torrance, CA)
• [03:27] - International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People, global protests
• [04:01] - Pope Leo XIV visits Istanbul's Blue Mosque

Tone & Style

The newscast is brisk, fact-driven, and direct — delivering breaking news with minimal editorializing and a focus on official statements, eyewitness accounts, and field reporting. The language reflects the urgency and gravity of ongoing global and domestic events.

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Fox News Podcasts: 11AM Hourly Update — November 29, 2025