Fox News Hourly Update – 6PM ET 09/26/2025 Newscast

Host: Lisa La Serra
Date: September 26, 2025

Overview

This episode delivers rapid updates on the major political, international, and economic developments of September 26, 2025. Key stories include President Trump’s statement on the potential end of the Gaza war, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu’s speech at the United Nations, updates on U.S.-Iran relations and the snapback of UN sanctions, media industry news involving Jimmy Kimmel, a major anti-fraud sweep in Africa, and the latest U.S. inflation data.

Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. U.S. Efforts to End the Gaza War

[00:02] – [01:07]

• President Trump expressed optimism to reporters about an imminent end to the Gaza conflict:

  • “I think it’s a deal that will get the hostages back. It’s going to be a deal that will end the war.”
    (Donald Trump, 00:08)
  • The U.S. has proposed a plan involving gradual withdrawal of Israeli forces, return of hostages, and governance in Gaza excluding Hamas.

• Israeli Perspective:

  • Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed the UN, highlighting the effort to directly reach Gaza’s population by streaming his speech to all cell phones in the area:
    • “My speech was being force streamed to all cell phones in Gaza so that my message could reach the population directly and without distorting interference by Hamas warlords.”
      (Netanyahu, 00:34)
  • Netanyahu accused Hamas of using Jewish holy days to publicize images of remaining hostages.

• Hostage Advocacy:

  • An advocate made an impassioned plea:
    • “Lay down your arms. Let my people go. Free the hostages. All of them. The whole 48. Free the hostages now.”
      (Hostage Advocate, 00:50)

• UN Reaction:

  • Dozens of delegates walked out during Netanyahu’s speech, signaling ongoing tension and division in international responses.

2. U.S.-Iran Tensions and UN Sanctions

[01:07] – [01:41]

• Iran’s Response to Sanctions:

  • Iranian President Mahmoud Pozeskian condemned the reinstatement of UN sanctions:
    • “The expected snapback of UN sanctions [on Iran] is unfair, unjust, and illegal.”
  • On nuclear capabilities: “Iran is not producing nuclear weapons.” (Pozeskian, paraphrased, 01:23)

• Verification Offer:

  • Economic Analyst relays Iran’s openness:
    • “We are willing and ready to put everything at their disposal for verification.”
      (Economic Analyst, 01:35 w/ Netanyahu echo, 01:38)

• International Dynamics:

  • Russian and Chinese attempts to delay sanctions failed—only four nations supported the push within the UN Security Council.

3. Media Industry News – "Jimmy Kimmel Live" Programming

[02:30] – [03:09]

• Sinclair’s Stance:
  • Sinclair Broadcasting resumes airing “Jimmy Kimmel Live” after a short hiatus prompted by controversy over Kimmel’s remarks about the shooting death of Charlie Kirk.
  • Sinclair cites feedback from viewers and advertisers, and proposes additional accountability measures:
    • “Our decision to preempt this program was independent of any government interaction or influence… it is simply inconsistent to champion free speech while demanding that broadcasters air specific content.”
      (Sinclair statement via Michelle Paulino, 02:38)
• Nexstar has also announced it will resume airing the show.

4. Global Crime: Interpol’s Fraud Sweep

[03:09] – [03:35]

• Anti-Fraud Operation:
  • Interpol arrested 260 individuals across 14 African countries, disrupting extensive online romance scams defrauding 1,400+ victims of nearly $3 million.

5. U.S. Economic Updates

[03:35] – [04:16]

• Inflation Data:

  • August inflation “mixed”—the PCE price index rose 0.3% for the month, core PCE (excluding food and energy) up 0.2%.
  • Year-over-year: PCE at 2.7%, core remains at 2.9%.

• Income and Spending:

  • Personal incomes up 0.4%, consumer spending up 0.6% for August.

• Wall Street Snapshot:

  • Dow +2
  • NASDAQ +99
  • S&P +38

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• President Trump:
  “I think it’s a deal that will get the hostages back. It’s going to be a deal that will end the war.” (00:08)

• Prime Minister Netanyahu:
  “My speech was being force streamed to all cell phones in Gaza so that my message could reach the population directly and without distorting interference by Hamas warlords.” (00:34)

• Hostage Advocate:
  “Lay down your arms. Let my people go. Free the hostages. All of them. The whole 48. Free the hostages now.” (00:50)

• Sinclair Broadcasting Statement:
  “Our decision to preempt this program was independent of any government interaction or influence… it is simply inconsistent to champion free speech while demanding that broadcasters air specific content.” (02:38, via Michelle Paulino)

Timestamps for Key Segments

• 00:02 — President Trump on potential Gaza deal
• 00:34 — Netanyahu’s UN speech and message to Gaza
• 00:50 — Hostage advocate’s plea
• 01:07 — Walkouts at the UN; Iran sanctions update
• 02:30 — “Jimmy Kimmel Live” returned to air
• 03:09 — Interpol’s Africa fraud operation
• 03:35 — August inflation and economic update

This concise update distills the day's top political crises, media industry developments, global crime efforts, and economic signals, reflecting Fox News Radio’s rapid-fire headline format with direct attributions and timestamps for the most critical moments.