Fox News Hourly Update – 2AM ET Newscast (October 20, 2025)

Main Theme/Purpose

This episode delivers a rapid-fire roundup of the latest global and U.S. news headlines as of October 20, 2025. The primary focus centers on geopolitical developments involving the renewed Israel-Hamas ceasefire, ongoing U.S. diplomacy in the Middle East, dramatic art theft at the Louvre, and key domestic news, including President Trump’s policy actions and political updates.

Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. Israel-Hamas Ceasefire and U.S. Diplomacy

(00:02–01:03)

• Israel and Hamas both accuse each other of breaking a ceasefire that had been brokered by President Trump.
• Israeli airstrikes were launched in response to Hamas firing on Israeli troops, leaving two dead.
• Despite tensions, “at this hour, the cease fire is back on track.” (Fox News Correspondent, 00:18)
• High-level U.S. engagement:
  • President Trump’s Middle East envoy, Steve Witkoff, is heading to the region.
  • Vice President J.D. Vance is also engaging with stakeholders.
• Diplomatic objectives:
  • Facilitate the release of hostages’ bodies from Gaza.
  • Enter “phase two” of the Trump-crafted peace plan, involving regional negotiators (Qatar, Egypt) and the establishment of a stabilization force and technocratic government in Gaza.

Quote:
“The Americans are going to work to try to get this cease fire back on track and push Hamas to release the remaining bodies of hostages that are still held inside Gaza.”
— Fox News Correspondent (00:26)

2. Daylight Heist at the Louvre

(01:03–01:47)

• Thieves executed a bold daytime robbery at the Louvre’s Palo Gallery, where the French crown jewels are displayed.
• Thieves were described as “well prepared,” using a truck-mounted basket lift, breaking windows and cases, and stealing nine items—including the crown of Empress Eugenie (Napoleon III’s wife), which was later found broken outside.
• The theft occurred while the museum was open to the public and near an active construction site by the River Seine.

Quote:
“The race is on to find these pieces that have been taken. This all happened during daylight hours when the public was inside.”
— Fox News Analyst (01:06)

3. Tariffs on Colombia over Narcotics Production

(01:47)

• President Trump announced upcoming major tariffs on Colombia, citing inadequate action by its president to curb narcotics production.

4. Tragic Plane Accident at Hong Kong Airport

(02:31)

• A cargo plane skidded off the runway into the sea at Hong Kong International Airport, killing two airport personnel (in a ground vehicle); four crew members were rescued.

5. George Santos Returns to Public Life Post-Commutation

(02:53–03:33)

• Former congressman George Santos, whose fraud sentence was commuted by President Trump, has resumed selling personalized videos on Cameo.
• Santos claims to have earned at least $600,000 from the platform, now charging $300 per personal message and $5,000+ for business bookings.
• He was expelled from Congress in December 2023, convicted for fraud, and began serving a seven-year sentence in August 2024.

Quote:
“Santos, now a free man after his fraud sentence was commuted by President Trump, is active once again on Cameo, the site known for its personalized messages.”
— Fox News Reporter (02:53)

6. U.S.-Venezuela Tensions over Resources and Security

(03:33–04:14)

• President Trump confirmed reports that Venezuelan leaders proposed a deal to exchange natural resources (oil, gold) for reduced U.S. pressure, particularly regarding alleged drug trafficking.
• On “The Big Weekend,” Rep. Anna Paulina Luna defended Trump’s actions as legal under Article II presidential authorities.
• The episode highlights Trump’s recent authorization for CIA operations inside Venezuela, following allegations of President Maduro sending prisoners to the U.S. and facilitating drug trafficking.

Quote:
“He’s more than operating within his presidential authority to defend Americans, especially on issues of national security.”
— Fox News Analyst (03:59)

Notable Quotes and Memorable Moments

• “According to the Israelis, again at this hour, the cease fire is back on track.”
  — Fox News Correspondent (00:18)
• “The race is on to find these pieces that have been taken.”
  — Fox News Analyst (01:06)
• “Santos, now a free man after his fraud sentence was commuted by President Trump, is active once again on Cameo…”
  — Fox News Reporter (02:53)
• “He’s more than operating within his presidential authority to defend Americans, especially on issues of national security.”
  — Fox News Analyst (03:59)

Timestamps for Key Segments

• Israel-Hamas Ceasefire & U.S. Diplomacy: 00:02–01:03
• Louvre Art Theft: 01:03–01:47
• Colombia Tariffs Announcement: 01:47
• Hong Kong Airport Accident: 02:31
• George Santos Update: 02:53–03:33
• U.S.-Venezuela Diplomatic Tensions: 03:33–04:14

This summary provides a clear, concise overview of the newscast’s substance, highlighting the latest developments with accurate quote attribution and well-structured bullet points for direct reference.