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Fox News Hourly Update – 4PM ET 04/05/2026 Newscast

Host: Daria Albinger (FOX News Podcasts)
Date: April 5, 2026

Episode Overview

This episode provides a concise roundup of major national and international news stories, including updates on the U.S.-Iran conflict, a dramatic U.S. airman rescue, US and Israeli military operations, domestic security alerts, the ongoing Artemis 2 space mission, Easter celebrations, and a tragic accident in Germany.

Key Discussion Points

1. Rescue of U.S. Airman in Iran

Announcement: President Trump reports on social media that the second U.S. airman previously struck in Iran is being rescued and will return home ([00:02]).
Mission Details:
- Trey Yingst elaborates: Hundreds of U.S. Special Forces conducted an overnight operation in Iran to retrieve the airman, who was in an F-15 shot down on Friday.
- Quote: “There was concern in the US Government about a possible Iranian plan to try and deceive the Americans.” – Trey Yingst ([00:17])
- CIA Director confirmed the identity of the missing service member on Saturday morning; President Trump ordered the rescue.
- Quote: “Within eight hours we had planes in motion. Within almost 12 hours we were on the ground inside of Iran.” – Senior U.S. Official via Trey Yingst ([00:44])
Condition: The airman is injured but expected to recover ([00:50]).
Iran’s Tactics: Iran had offered a reward for the airman’s return and continues to control the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing U.S. and Israeli airstrikes ([00:50]).

2. Potential for Escalation in Iran

Congressional Perspective:
- Ohio Congressman Mike Turner discussed the prospects of further escalation on ABC’s This Week.
- Quote: “I don't think U.S. ground troops are going to be necessary in any direct conflict in this instance. We're seeing ... the president beginning to, in conjunction with Israel, significantly diminish Iran's military capabilities.” – Rep. Mike Turner ([01:09])
Ongoing Operations: U.S. and Israeli strikes persist, but no imminent ground invasion is foreseen.

3. Domestic Effects: Rising Gas Prices and Security

Gas Prices: The closure of the Strait of Hormuz is leading to higher gas prices. President Trump calls this a “temporary price to pay for peace” ([01:27]).
White House Security Incident: Secret Service increases protection after a shooting near Lafayette Park (no injuries). Authorities are pursuing suspects ([01:43]).

4. NASA’s Artemis 2 Moon Mission

Upcoming Milestone: Artemis 2 crew is close to a lunar flyby — a preparatory step for future moon landings ([02:00]).
NASA’s Collaboration: Jared Isaacman explains that NASA is embedding its experts across contractors, including SpaceX and Blue Origin, to ensure mission success.
- Quote: “We are embedding them across the supply chain ... every component on the critical path from the rocket itself to the landers to the suits.” – Jared Isaacman ([02:23])
Funding: NASA receives $10 billion for continued lunar operations. A crucial six-hour flyby is scheduled for tomorrow ([02:39]).

5. Easter Celebrations Amid Global Unrest

Global Observance: Most Christians are celebrating Easter, including large gatherings like at St. Patrick’s Cathedral in New York ([02:53]).
Renewal and Hope:
- Quote: “This day for Christ across the globe is about celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ ... a message of renewal, hope and peace.” – CB Cotton ([02:54])
Church Trends: Catholic parishes in the U.S. are reporting an influx of new members, which some attribute to global instability ([03:12]).
Skepticism: Some say increased religious participation is anecdotal and not a sign of broad resurgence ([03:25]).
Orthodox Easter: Noted that Orthodox Christians celebrate Easter next week; today is Palm Sunday for them ([03:30]).

6. Tragedy in Germany – Storm Wind Accident

A strong wind toppled a large structure during an Easter egg hunt at a mothers’ and children’s support facility, killing a 10-month-old baby and injuring others ([03:35]).
About 50 people were at the event; the area was under a high wind warning at the time ([03:40]).

Timestamps for Important Segments

| Segment | Timestamp | |--------------------------------------------|-----------| | Rescue operation details / Iran conflict | 00:02–01:09 | | Congressman Turner on escalation | 01:09–01:27 | | Gas prices and White House security | 01:27–02:00 | | Artemis 2 Moon Mission/NASA update | 02:00–02:39 | | Easter celebrations and religious trends | 02:53–03:25 | | Tragedy in Germany: storm accident | 03:35–03:50 |

Notable Quotes

Trey Yingst ([00:17]): “There was concern in the US Government about a possible Iranian plan to try and deceive the Americans.”
Senior U.S. official via Trey Yingst ([00:44]): “Within eight hours we had planes in motion. Within almost 12 hours we were on the ground inside of Iran.”
Mike Turner ([01:09]): “I don't think U.S. ground troops are going to be necessary in any direct conflict in this instance. We're seeing ... the president beginning to, in conjunction with Israel, significantly diminish Iran's military capabilities.”
Jared Isaacman ([02:23]): “We are embedding [NASA subject matter experts] across the supply chain ... every component on the critical path from the rocket itself to the landers to the suits.”
CB Cotton ([02:54]): “This day for Christ across the globe is about celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ ... a message of renewal, hope and peace.”

This episode delivers an up-to-the-hour briefing on fast-moving global events, with a particular emphasis on U.S. military actions abroad, the implications for domestic life, and how global tensions are intersecting with American society and culture.

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[00:03]
Daria Albinger
They found him. I'm Daria Albinger. Fox News President Trump announcing on social Media that the second U.S. airman who was struck in Iran will soon be headed home. Fox's Trey yings to television hundreds of
[00:14]
Trey Yingst
US Special forces overnight on the ground inside of Iran to rescue that US service member who was in the F15 that was shot down on Friday. I'm told by a senior US Official there was concern in the US Government about a possible Iranian plan to try and deceive the Americans. It was the CIA director on Saturday morning that confirmed this was the US Service member who was missing behind enemy lines. And a decision was ordered by President Trump to move forward with this operation. The senior official telling Fox News within eight hours we had planes in motion. Within almost 12 hours we were on the ground inside of Iran.
[00:50]
Daria Albinger
The president says the airman was injured, but he is expected to recover. Iran had offered a reward to anyone who would return the airman. Iran can continues to hold the Strait of Hormuz hostage as US And Israeli airstrikes continue to hit the area. So does that mean a ground invasion may be next? Ohio Congressman Mike Turner on ABC's this Week.
[01:10]
Mike Turner
I don't think U.S. ground troops are going to be necessary in any direct conflict in this instance. We're seeing that the conflict is continuing with the president beginning to, in conjunction with Israel, significantly diminish Iran's military capabilities.
[01:28]
Daria Albinger
Rising gas prices, a result of the straits closure, continue to concern Americans. But Mr. Trump says this is a temporary price to pay for peace. Secret Service protection has been ramped up after a shooting early this morning near Lafayette park, which is not far from the White House. There are no reports of injuries as a result of the shooting, but authorities say they're searching for a suspect and a possible vehicle. America's listening to Fox News. The Artemis 2 crew is less than a day away from the part of the mission that will slingshot the capsule around the moon. It's a preparation for the actual moon landing in the near future that NASA would like to see. It's hired SpaceX and Blue Origin to deliver the astronauts then. And administrator Jared Isaacman tells CBS's Space the Nation what NASA is doing to make sure that both companies work will follow through.
[02:24]
Jared Isaacman
Now we are actually going to work. We're taking NASA subject matter experts and we are embedding them across the supply chain. Every prime contractor, subcontractor, every component on the critical path from the rocket itself to the landers to the suits that astronauts will need to wear on the surface of the moon.
[02:40]
Daria Albinger
NASA received $10 billion from the one big beautiful bill to ensure American activity on the moon. A six hour flyby planned for tomorrow. Most Christians are celebrating Easter today. Fox's CB Cotton is at New York City St. Patrick's Cathedral.
[02:54]
CB Cotton
This day for Christ across the globe is about celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ. We know this is a message of renewal, hope and peace. And this year's holiday comes at a time when Catholic parishes across the country, including here in New York, are seeing a record number of new members. With wars raging abroad, including the ongoing conflict in Iran and the prolonged war in Ukraine, people here today are describing Easter as not just a religious celebration, but also as a moment of reflection in a fractured world.
[03:25]
Daria Albinger
Skeptics say the evidence is anecdotal and it doesn't necessarily suggest that there is a broader returning to interest in religion. For millions of Orthodox Christians worldwide. Easter is next week and today is palm Sunday. A 10 month old baby is among the people who were killed in Germany when strong winds toppled a large triang to a group celebrating an Easter egg hunt. About 50 people were at the event. It was hosted by a support facility for mothers and children. Authorities say the area was under a high wind warning at the time. You're listening to Fox News Headlines 24. 7. I'm Daria Albinger. This is FOX News.