7AM ET 02/08/2026 Newscast

Summary

Fox News Hourly Update – 7AM ET 02/08/2026 Newscast

Episode Overview

This Fox News Radio newscast delivers focused updates on major breaking news: a high-profile abduction case involving Nancy Guthrie, high-stakes nuclear negotiations between the US and Iran, a developing deadline in Ukraine-Russia peace talks, and a significant arrest related to the 2012 Benghazi attack. The episode features on-the-ground reporting, quotes from principle figures, and analysis of unfolding situations both at home and abroad.

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Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Ongoing Search for Nancy Guthrie (00:03–01:04)

• The Situation: Nancy Guthrie, 84, remains missing, intensifying concerns as the search enters its eighth day. Her family released another video plea amid continuing lack of leads.

• Family Plea: Savannah Guthrie, NBC Today Show co-host and Nancy's daughter, made an emotional appeal on social media for Nancy’s safe return.

  • Quote:
    “We beg you now to return our mother to us so that we can celebrate with her. This is the only way we will have peace. This is very valuable to us and we will pay.”
    — Savannah Guthrie (00:18)

• Investigation Status:

  • FBI is working to authenticate the latest message from possible abductors.
  • The recent communication did not include the proof of life the family sought, nor any new deadlines; a previously mentioned “Monday deadline” remains key.
  • Police have not named any persons of interest.
  • Quote:
    “We also don't believe it contained any new deadlines. So, at the moment, that Monday deadline…is a very consequential deadline.”
    — Jonathan Hunt, Fox News (00:42)

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2. US-Iran Nuclear Talks — Tensions and Military Readiness (01:04–01:51)

• Negotiation Update: Ongoing nuclear negotiations between the US and Iran are reaching a critical juncture.

  • Key American and Middle East figures, including CENTCOM Commander Admiral Brad Cooper, envoy Steve Witkoff, and Jared Kushner, traveled to the USS Abraham Lincoln in the Arabian Sea.
  • F-22 Raptors are still being deployed; some assets even diverted from the Super Bowl flyover for operational needs.
  • Quote:
    “F22 Raptors still need to arrive along with more air defense systems. Officials say a pair of F22s were pulled from the super bowl flyover tomorrow night citing operational needs.”
    — Lucas Tomlinson, Fox News (01:13)

• Diplomatic Tone:

  • Pressure mounts for both sides to strike a deal, as highlighted by Fox contributor Ainsley Earhardt.
  • Quote:
    “We’re going to meet again early next week and they want to make a deal—as they should want to make a deal. They know the consequences if they don't.”
    — Ainsley Earhardt, Fox News (01:38)

• President Trump’s involvement is briefly noted as negotiations proceed.

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3. Ukraine-Russia Peace Deadline (02:31–03:09)

• New Deadline: The US, through the Trump administration, sets a June deadline for Ukraine and Russia to reach an agreement to end over four years of conflict.

  • Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced US pressure for both sides to settle by early summer.

  • Russian attacks on Ukraine’s energy sector escalate, with nuclear plants forced to reduce output.

  • Next trilateral talks (with the US) may occur next week in Miami; Ukraine has agreed to participate.

  • Quote:
    “If talks fail, Zelensky says the Trump administration will likely ramp up pressure on both sides.”
    — Carmen Roberts, Fox News (02:36)

  • Attack statistics provided: Russia reportedly fired over 400 drones and 40 missiles in recent strikes.

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4. Arrest in 2012 Benghazi Attack (03:09–04:16)

• Key Development:

  • US authorities have arrested Zubayr Al Bakush, alleged leader in the deadly 2012 assault on the US consulate in Benghazi, Libya.

  • He faces eight counts including terrorism, murder, and arson; prosecution may seek the death penalty.

  • On the arrest:

    • FBI agents escorted Al Bakush from a plane to an ambulance as Fox News cameras captured the scene.
    • Federal indictment alleges he led an armed group into the consulate, resulting in the deaths of Ambassador Christopher Stevens and three other Americans.

  • Quote:
    “Al Bakush is facing eight counts, including terrorism, murder, and arson. Authorities say he's one of the men behind the deadly September 11, 2012 attack.”
    — Madeline Rivera, Fox News (03:33)

  • Two other suspects remain imprisoned for their roles in the attack.

  • Upcoming: Bail hearing scheduled, but may be delayed as Al Bakush secures new legal counsel.

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Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Savannah Guthrie’s emotional plea (00:18)

  • “We beg you now to return our mother to us so that we can celebrate with her...”

• Jonathan Hunt on deadline pressure (00:42)

  • “Monday deadline…is a very consequential deadline.”

• Ainsley Earhardt on stakes in Iran talks (01:38)

  • “They know the consequences if they don't [make a deal].”

• Carmen Roberts on Ukraine deadline (02:36)

  • “If talks fail, Zelensky says the Trump administration will likely ramp up pressure on both sides.”

• Madeline Rivera’s Benghazi arrest report (03:33)

  • “Al Bakush is facing eight counts, including terrorism, murder and arson.”

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Timestamps for Important Segments

• 00:03 – 01:04: Guthrie family plea, search & FBI update
• 01:04 – 01:51: Iran-US nuclear talks, military posturing, Super Bowl flyover note
• 02:31 – 03:09: Ukraine-Russia conflict, US-imposed deadline
• 03:09 – 04:16: Arrest in Benghazi attack, details and legal outlook

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This concise but content-heavy episode keeps listeners updated on top national and international stories, offering firsthand perspectives and revealing the consequences and urgency behind each headline.

Transcript

[Pam Puso]

Demands will be met. I'm Pam Hux. The family of Nancy Guthrie has released another video. As the search for the 84 year old intensifies. NBC Today show co host Savannah Guthrie posted a message to social media.

[Savannah Guthrie]

We beg you now to return our mother to us so that we can celebrate with her. This is the only way we will have peace. This is very valuable to us and we will pay.

[Pam Puso]

Fox's Jonathan Hunt reports the FBI has not yet authenticated the latest message from the person or persons who may have abducted Nancy from her home in Tucson, Arizona.

[Jonathan Hunt]

They're working to do that. We do believe that that contained no proof of life as asked for by the Guthrie family. We also don't believe it contained any any new deadlines. So at the moment, that Monday deadline that the FBI has talked about and that those who have seen the ransom note say is a very consequential deadline.

[Pam Puso]

The search for Nancy has entered in 8th day. Police have not identified any persons of interest. High stakes nuclear talks between the US And Iran.

[Lucas Tomlinson]

One day after negotiation with Iran's foreign Minister Noman, the head of US Forces in the Middle east, the CENTCOM commander, Admiral Brad Cooper, the special envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner flew out to the USS Abraham Lincoln. That's the aircraft carrier in the Arabian Sea. And F22 Raptors still need to arrive along with more air defense systems. Officials say a pair of F22s were pulled from the super bowl flyover tomorrow night citing operational needs.

[Ainsley Earhardt]

We're going to meet again early next week and they want to make a deal as they should want to make a deal. They know the consequences if they don't.

[Lucas Tomlinson]

President Trump aboard Air Force One about those negotiations.

[Pam Puso]

That's fox's Lucas Tomlinson. America's listening to FOX News.

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[Pam Puso]

The US has reportedly given Ukraine and Russia a deadline to reach a peace deal.

[Carmen Roberts]

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says his country and Russia face a June deadline to reach a deal to end the nearly four year war. Zelenskyy told reporters the Trump administration is pressing both sides to end the conflict by early summer, as Russian strikes on energy infrastructure over the weekend forced nuclear power plants to cut output. If talks fail, Zelensky says the Trump administration will likely ramp up pressure on both sides. He says the US Proposed the next round of trilateral talks for next week, possibly in Miami, and that Ukraine agreed to participate.

[Pam Puso]

Carmen Roberts, Fox News President Zelensky said Russia fired more than 400 drones and about 40 missiles at Ukraine's energy infrastructure last night. The US has arrested one of the alleged leaders of the 2012 attack on an American consulate in Benghazi. The attack left four people dead. Fox's Madeline Rivera reports that alleged attacker.

[Madeline Rivera]

Zubayr Al Bakush could face the death penalty if he's convicted. Fox News was there exclusively. As Al Bakus arrived at a local airport, FBI agents walked him down the stairs into a waiting ambulance. Al Bakush is facing eight counts, including terrorism, murder and arson. Authorities say he's one of the men behind the deadly September 11, 2012 attack on the US diplomatic compound in Benghazi, Libya. According to a federal indictment, Al Bakush and more than 20 heavily armed men stormed the complex and set it on fire. Ambassador Christopher Stevens and U.S. government personnel Sean Smith, Tyrone woods and Glen Doherty were killed. Two other men are already in prison after being convicted of helping lead the attack.

[Pam Puso]

A detention hearing is tentatively scheduled for this week. It could be delayed as the defendant works to secure new legal representation. I'm Pam Puso in New York and this is Fox News. This is Ainsley Earhart.

[Savannah Guthrie]

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