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

Host: Kathleen Maloney | Date: October 13, 2025
Podcast: Fox News Hourly Update

Episode Overview

This episode delivers concise, up-to-the-minute reporting on major international and national news from October 12, 2025. The main focus includes escalating tensions in Ukraine and the Middle East, severe weather threats on the Atlantic coast, a devastating mass shooting in South Carolina, the resolution of a decades-old death row case, and political turmoil in France. The reporting is direct and factual, emphasizing the unfolding nature of each story.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. War in Ukraine & U.S. Policy Updates

(00:02 – 00:26)

• President Trump warns Russia that the U.S. may send long-range Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine if the conflict continues unresolved.
• Trump spoke by phone with Ukrainian President Zelensky earlier today.
• The U.S. is considering an uptick in military support to pressure Russia.

Notable Quote:

“I might say, look, if this war is not going to get settled, I'm going to send them Tomahawks. ...Russia does not need that.”
— Donald Trump (00:11)

2. Middle East Peace Agreement & Hostage Release

(00:26 – 01:33)

• President Trump is traveling to the Middle East to attend the signing of a peace agreement expected to secure the release of Israeli hostages held by Hamas for two years.
• Large celebrations in Israel and across Muslim and Arab countries signal broad anticipation.
• Fox's Trey Yingst reports from Hostages Square, Jerusalem, with thousands awaiting the final hours before the expected exchange and release.
• The deal involves the swap of Israeli hostages for nearly 2,000 Palestinian prisoners with varying releases/destinations.

Notable Quotes:

“Everybody's cheering at one time. That's never happened before.”
— Donald Trump (00:39)

“The hostages are expected to be picked up by the Red Cross inside Gaza and then transferred to Israeli forces... The hostages are set to be exchanged for nearly 2,000 Palestinian prisoners. 142...deported abroad, 100 released into the West Bank, five to East Jerusalem, and three to Gaza.”
— Trey Yingst (00:54)

3. Atlantic Coastal Severe Weather Warnings

(01:33 – 01:59)

• New Jersey and New York governors declare states of emergency for incoming storms with high winds and heavy rains.
• Warnings are in place for possible flying debris and power outages.

Notable Quote:

“...warning several counties to be aware of flying debris and power outages that may come with the severe weather.”
— Kathleen Maloney (01:39)

4. Mass Shooting in South Carolina

(03:12 – 03:47)

• Four dead and at least 20 injured after a shooting at a bar on St. Helena Island.
• Authorities describe the situation as “tragic and difficult;” investigation ongoing.
• Several victims fled to nearby businesses for safety; four of the wounded remain in critical condition.

Notable Quote:

“Four victims died at the scene. Four of the wounded remain in critical condition. Identities not being released…”
— Kathleen Maloney (03:29)

5. South Carolina Death Row Case Concludes

(03:47 – 04:21)

• Fred Singleton, sentenced to death in 1983, dies of natural causes at age 81 after decades on death row due to mental incompetence rulings.
• His case symbolized the complexity and drawn-out nature of American death row processes.

Notable Quote:

“Fred Singleton died last week from natural causes in a prison infirmary. He was 81 and spent more than half his life on death row.”
— Jack Callahan (04:16)

6. French Political Crisis and Cabinet Reshuffle

(04:21 – 05:11)

• France’s PM Sebastien Lecornu announces a new government amidst severe political instability and economic uncertainty.
• President Macron’s party lacks a parliamentary majority, leading to calls for snap elections or his resignation.
• The new cabinet mixes familiar faces and outsiders as Macron’s government seeks stability.

Notable Quote:

“It is unclear how long this new term will last. Macron, whose term runs to 2027, lacks a majority in the deeply fractured parliament, opposition leaders calling for new elections or his resignation.”
— Kathleen Maloney (04:47)

Memorable Moments

• Trump’s explicit warning to Russia about Tomahawk missiles (00:11)
• Celebration and anticipation throughout Israel and Arab nations for the imminent hostage release (00:39–00:54)
• The somber recounting of the South Carolina bar shooting aftermath and ongoing investigation (03:12–03:47)
• Reflection on Fred Singleton’s life and time on death row, a poignant comment on American justice (03:47–04:21)

Timestamps for Major Segments

• Ukraine War & U.S. Diplomacy: 00:02 – 00:26
• Middle East Peace Agreement & Hostage Release: 00:26 – 01:33
• Atlantic Weather Warnings: 01:33 – 01:59
• South Carolina Shooting: 03:12 – 03:47
• Death Row Case End: 03:47 – 04:21
• French Political Update: 04:21 – 05:11

This episode efficiently summarizes the day's most urgent domestic and international news, offering soundbites and correspondent updates to provide listeners with a straightforward and timely understanding of current events.