main news today – AI Mode – 3:05 PM 10/12/2025
As of Sunday, October 12, 2025, major news includes a continuing U.S. government shutdown, developments in the Gaza ceasefire and hostage exchange, a deadly shooting in South Carolina, and the death of actress Diane Keaton
U.S. news
Government shutdown: A partial U.S. government shutdown continues, with no resolution in sight for the impasse between Democrats and Republicans over a spending bill. Some federal workers have been laid off or furloughed, including some at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Some national institutions, including Smithsonian museums and the National Zoo, have temporarily closed.South Carolina mass shooting: A mass shooting at a bar on St. Helena Island has left at least four people dead and 20 injured. The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office is investigating.
Tennessee factory explosion: A blast at an explosives plant in rural Tennessee killed 16 people. Authorities have found no survivors.
Diane Keaton dies: The Oscar-winning actress, known for her roles in Annie Hall and The Godfather, has died at the age of 79.
Nor’easter hits East Coast: A powerful nor’easter is causing coastal flooding and heavy rain, leading to ground delays at major airports in the Northeast.
World news
Gaza ceasefire: A ceasefire between Israel and Hamas is holding, and the first phase of a hostage-prisoner exchange is expected to begin shortly.Hamas has reportedly agreed to release 20 living Israeli hostages in exchange for 250 Palestinians imprisoned by Israel.
Former British Prime Minister Tony Blair is reportedly meeting with Palestinian officials to discuss the reconstruction of Gaza.Afghanistan and Pakistan border clash: Following repeated border violations, Afghanistan’s Taliban government says it killed dozens of Pakistani soldiers in “retaliatory” attacks.
Madagascar coup attempt: An army unit in Madagascar has claimed control of the country’s military forces. The president has alleged a power grab.
Venezuela’s Nobel Peace Prize winner speaks: Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado, the recipient of the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize, spoke out against the current regime and praised U.S. President Trump’s efforts for peace.
Mexico floods: Heavy rains in Mexico have triggered floods and landslides, resulting in at least 37 deaths.
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Day: October 12, 2025
#Trump #war on #cartels – AI Mode
His administration has taken several steps, including designating cartels as terrorist organizations and authorizing the use of lethal military force. Former President Donald Trump, who returned to office in January 2025, has escalated actions against drug cartels, framing the effort as a “war”…
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Ilham Aliyev’s role in the Gaza Deal 2025 – Google Search google.com/search?q=Ilham+Al…
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trump war on cartels – Google Search google.com/search?q=trump+wa…
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JUST IN: Hamas source to AFP:
Hamas has completed preparations for the release of living hostages. pic.twitter.com/W8CuolgEmj
— Sulaiman Ahmed (@ShaykhSulaiman) October 12, 2025
Edmundo González and Maduro – Google Search google.com/search?q=Edmundo+…
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Russia is already preparing for war with NATO – Google Search google.com/search?q=Russia+i…
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Manturov and Russia’s war economy – Google Search google.com/search?q=Manturov…
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