Fox News Hourly Update – 8AM ET 10/12/2025 Newscast

Host: Jack Callahan
Date: October 12, 2025

Episode Overview

This episode delivers a snapshot of major news stories from around the world, focusing on the impending release of Israeli hostages in Gaza, ongoing impacts of a nor’easter on the U.S. East Coast, updates on international diplomacy, economic policies, and a tribute to actress Diane Keaton.

Main News Stories & Key Insights

1. Anticipation for Hostage Release in Gaza

• Ceasefire Status: The ceasefire in Gaza holds as the world awaits Hamas’ release of Israeli hostages, a significant step under President Trump’s recently agreed 20-point peace plan.
• Hostages:
  • 48 Israeli hostages remain with Hamas; about 20 are believed to be alive.
  • The release is anticipated to start Monday morning, with a noon deadline for completion.
• Peace Plan Details:
  • Hostage release
  • Israeli military pullback
  • Humanitarian aid to Gaza
  • Release of Palestinian prisoners
• Community Response:
  • Displaced Palestinians are returning to northern Gaza.
  • Families in Tel Aviv hold rallies, awaiting news on their loved ones.

Notable Quote:

• “[The ceasefire] is expected to begin sometime Monday morning ahead of a noon deadline. Hamas is still holding 48 hostages right now. About 20 are still believed to be alive.”—Jackie Ibanez [00:20]

2. President Trump’s Diplomatic Efforts in the Middle East

• Travel Plans:
  • President Trump is heading to the Middle East to participate in the official ceasefire signing ceremony in Egypt.
  • He will address Israel’s Knesset.

Notable Quote:

• “President Trump heads to the Middle east later today to take part in the official ceasefire sightings ceremony in Egypt and he'll address the Israeli government's legislature.”—Jack Callahan [00:56]

3. Severe Nor’easter Threatens U.S. East Coast

• Storm Update:
  • High tides and dangerous winds are expected today and tomorrow along the East Coast, with significant risk of flooding in New Jersey.
  • The storm could rival recent notorious floods, including those from Superstorm Sandy.

On-the-Ground Perspective:

• “...Tidal flooding, coastal flooding in these back bays and these back streets, communities that could rival, you know, some of the worst that we've seen since Erin, which is really only two months ago.”—Jane Menar [01:16]

• Government Response:

  • NJ Governor Phil Murphy declares a state of emergency.

4. International Impact: Ukraine Watches Middle East Peace

• Perspective from Ukraine:
  • Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expresses hope that the success in the Middle East could inspire peace efforts for Ukraine.
  • Zelensky hopes for U.S. diplomatic pressure on Russia.

Notable Quote:

• “I think this is real success and of course it gives signals for us and hope that with such pressure what President Trump used in Middle East to make peace. And I hope that he will use the same instruments even more to pressure Putin to stop his war in Ukraine.”—Jackie Ibanez quoting Zelensky [03:22]

5. U.S.–China Trade Tensions Escalate

• New Tariffs:
  • President Trump announces a 100% tariff on Chinese goods, on top of a 30% existing tariff, aimed at China’s rare earth mineral export controls.
  • Effective date is November 1st or possibly sooner, depending on China’s actions.
  • Trump may cancel a planned meeting with President Xi at the Asian summit.

Notable Quote:

• “The president announced a 100% tariff on China on top of the 30% existing tariffs. The move is in response to the export controls that China imposed on rare earth minerals.”—Jackie Ibanez [03:54]

6. In Memoriam: Diane Keaton (1946–2025)

• Career Highlight:
  • Oscar-winning actress, best known for her roles in The Godfather and Annie Hall.
  • Renowned for films such as Father of the Bride, Reds, The First Wives Club, and Baby Boom.
  • Cause of death undisclosed; Keaton was 79.

Memorable Moments:

• Quoting her iconic Annie Hall line: “Well, oh well, la de da.”—Jane Menar & Jackie Ibanez [04:38]
• “Her family didn't reveal a cause of death. Diane Keaton was 79 years old.”—Jackie Ibanez [04:54]

Timestamps for Important Segments

• Israeli Hostage Situation & Ceasefire: 00:02–00:56
• President Trump’s Middle East Visit: 00:56–01:15
• Nor’easter Update (Jane Menar from New Jersey): 01:15–01:49
• New Jersey State of Emergency: 01:49–01:53
• Ukraine President Zelensky on Middle East Peace: 03:12–03:43
• U.S. Announces New China Tariffs: 03:43–04:20
• Diane Keaton Tribute: 04:20–05:04

Tone and Language

The episode maintains a clear, urgent, and factual tone throughout, with reporters providing concise updates and direct quotes from principal figures such as President Zelensky. Personal notes during the Diane Keaton tribute invoke a more somber, reflective tone.

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