Fox News Hourly Update – 12PM ET, October 19, 2025

Overview

This Fox News newscast provides a concise roundup of major breaking news stories on international conflict, campus violence, high-profile political developments, art theft, automotive recalls, and entertainment world losses. The reporting maintains a fast pace, offering headline updates and brief analysis on each story.

Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. Renewed Hostilities Between Israel and Hamas

• Renewed Conflict: Israel accuses Hamas of violating a recent ceasefire, attacking Israeli soldiers in Gaza, leading to retaliatory Israeli strikes.
  • "Israel now accusing Hamas of violating their ceasefire agreement, attacking Israeli soldiers in the Gaza Strip, prompting Israel to carry out strikes in retaliation." (Paul Stevens, 00:02)
• Israeli Leadership's Response:
  • Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu convenes top security officials, directs the military to respond "forcefully."
  • "The prime minister has instructed the military to act forcefully against terror targets inside the Gaza Strip." (Trey Youngst, 00:14)
  • Israeli Defense Forces assert further strikes in Gaza are forthcoming to deter further ceasefire violations.
  • "The IDF will respond firmly so we can expect more Israeli strikes throughout Gaza later today as the Israelis try to set a new precedent with Hamas that these attacks will not be tolerated." (Trey Youngst, 00:31)
• Correspondent Reporting: Trey Youngst delivers a live update from Tel Aviv.

2. Shooting at Oklahoma State University

• Incident Details:
  • Shooting at a university residence hall wounds at least three people, following a large off-campus party.
  • "A shooting at an Oklahoma State University residence hall wounds at least three people. First reports indicated the shooting happened when people arrived at that hall this morning after attending a big private party off campus." (Paul Stevens, 00:49)
• Aftermath: All victims are hospitalized; at least one is a student. Police affirm no further threat to campus.

3. Russia-Ukraine Conflict & Trump’s Involvement

• Intensified Russian Strikes:
  • Moscow hits Ukrainian forces with over 250 aerial bombs overnight, closely following Ukraine’s president’s White House visit.
  • "Moscow reportedly hit Ukrainian forces and infrastructure with over 250 aerial bombs overnight." (Jackie Ibanez, 01:16)
  • President Trump denies providing Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine—"at least for now."
  • "He denied giving Kyiv Tomahawk missiles, at least for now." (Jackie Ibanez, 01:23)
• Diplomatic Developments: Trump plans a second summit with Russia’s president in the coming weeks.

4. Art Theft in Paris

• Major Heist:
  • Thieves steal priceless Napoleon-era jewels from the Louvre’s Apollo Gallery in a swift, 7-minute heist.
  • "Thieves stealing priceless jewels from the Louvre museum in Paris today entering, officials say, via a basket lift. The robbery lasted just seven minutes. It targeted Napoleon era jewels in the Apollo Gallery there." (Paul Stevens, 01:37)

5. Trump Commutes George Santos’ Sentence

• Commutation News:
  • Former Congressman George Santos released from prison following a commutation by President Trump.
  • "Former New York Republican Congressman George Santos now living life as a free man this weekend after President Trump commuted his prison sentence, Santos saying it's a second chance for him." (Paul Stevens, 02:16)
  • Santos expresses gratitude; Trump cites alleged mistreatment as his reason for the commutation.
  • "I have a lot to prove to a lot of people and I have to make sure President Trump understands that I am not going to disappoint him." (George Santos, 02:24)
  • "Therefore, I just signed a commutation releasing George Santos from prison immediately. Good luck, George. Have a great life." (President Trump, via Truth Social, 02:37)

6. Ford Issues Record-Breaking Vehicle Recalls

• Automotive Safety:
  • Ford has issued at least 103 safety recalls this year, affecting hundreds of thousands of vehicles.
  • "A report by Kelley Blue Book found the automaker has issued at least 103 safety recalls so far this year. That's a record, and the year isn't over." (Daria Albinger, 03:07)
  • Recalls include defective seat belt pretensioners in Mustangs and rearview camera issues in Super Duty trucks.
  • "More than 330,000 Mustangs from the 215 to 17 model years may have defective seat belt pretensioners. And nearly 300,000 F250, 350 and 450 Super Duty trucks from the 2020 through 22 model years have a problem with the rear view camera." (Daria Albinger, 03:25)

7. Music World Mourns Sam Rivers

• Entertainment News:
  • Limp Bizkit bassist and co-founder Sam Rivers dies at 48. Cause yet unrevealed.
  • "They called him the heartbeat of the group, describing him as pure magic and the soul behind their sound." (Paul Stevens, 03:52)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Israeli Retaliation:
  • "The prime minister has instructed the military to act forcefully against terror targets inside the Gaza Strip." (Trey Youngst, 00:22)
• Santos Grateful for Second Chance:
  • "I have a lot to prove to a lot of people and I have to make sure President Trump understands that I am not going to disappoint him." (George Santos, 02:24)
  • "Therefore, I just signed a commutation releasing George Santos from prison immediately. Good luck, George. Have a great life." (President Trump, Truth Social, 02:37)
• Automotive Recall Record:
  • "[Ford's 103 safety recalls] ... that's a record, and the year isn't over." (Daria Albinger, 03:10)
• Sam Rivers Tribute:
  • "[He was] the heartbeat of the group, describing him as pure magic and the soul behind their sound." (Paul Stevens, 03:54)

Timestamps for Important Segments

• Israel-Gaza Ceasefire Breakdown & Strikes: 00:02–00:49
• Oklahoma State University Shooting: 00:49–01:16
• Russia-Ukraine Conflict, Trump’s Role: 01:16–01:37
• Louvre Jewel Heist: 01:37–01:59
• George Santos Sentence Commuted: 02:16–03:07
• Ford Recalls: 03:07–03:52
• Sam Rivers Passes Away: 03:52–end

Tone and Language

The broadcast maintains an urgent, factual, and concise news tone, with direct quotes from newsmakers and correspondents. The language is straightforward, with occasional emotional emphasis in segments such as the tribute to Sam Rivers and the story of George Santos’ commutation.

This summary captures the major stories and notable statements of the 12PM ET Fox News Newscast on October 19, 2025, providing a useful overview for anyone who missed the episode.