October 13, 2025
US
•13.10.2025
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US media on October 13th continued its intense focus on President Trump's peace efforts, starting with reports on his Columbus Day proclamation and impending arrival in Israel for the anticipated hostage release. Morning coverage confirmed the release of the first seven Israeli hostages into Red Cross custody as part of the Gaza ceasefire deal, with President Trump simultaneously arriving in Israel. By early afternoon, the central story became the release of all remaining living Israeli hostages, followed by President Trump's address to the Knesset where he proclaimed a "historic dawn of a new Middle East." The day concluded with Trump in Egypt for a peace summit, signing a historic Gaza peace plan, and returning to the US, with some outlets noting the condition of the released hostages and the ongoing complexities.
Israel
•13.10.2025
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Israeli media on October 13th was overwhelmingly focused on the release of all 20 living hostages from Hamas captivity, a development anticipated from previous days' reporting. The process began in the early morning, with the first seven hostages handed over to the Red Cross and subsequently to IDF forces, arriving in Israel. Initial reports confirmed their relatively good condition. By mid-morning, the remaining 13 living hostages were also transferred to the Red Cross, leading to widespread declarations that all living hostages were free. Concurrently, President Trump arrived in Israel and addressed the Knesset, declaring the Gaza war over and celebrating the hostages' return. In the afternoon, attention shifted to the return of four deceased hostages, with reports highlighting Hamas's failure to return all 28 slain captives as initially agreed and detailing the harsh conditions endured by the returned hostages during their 738 days in captivity.
Germany
•13.10.2025
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German media attention on October 13 overwhelmingly centered on the Middle East peace process, evolving from the previous day's anticipation of hostage releases. Morning reports focused on the imminent handover of Israeli hostages by Hamas and US President Trump's arrival in Israel. This quickly shifted to the confirmed release of the first seven hostages and widespread joy in Israel. By early afternoon, the narrative became the release of all remaining living Israeli hostages and the commencement of Palestinian prisoner releases. The day concluded with extensive coverage of Trump's speech before the Knesset, where he celebrated the Gaza agreement and envisioned a "golden age" for the Middle East, despite a brief interruption, and the signing of a Gaza peace declaration by intermediary states.
France
•13.10.2025
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French media on October 13 primarily focused on two major developments: the finalization of the Lecornu II government and the imminent exchange of Israeli hostages and Palestinian prisoners in Gaza. Morning reports detailed the composition of the new cabinet, highlighting Emmanuel Macron's influence and civil society participation, alongside initial threats of censure from opposition parties.
As the day progressed, the focus intensified on the Gaza exchange, with the first seven Israeli hostages released to the Red Cross, followed by the release of all remaining live Israeli hostages. Donald Trump's arrival in Israel for a historic speech at the Knesset, where he declared a "new Middle East," garnered significant attention.
Concurrently, the Lecornu government's mission to "surpass the political crisis" and address the 2026 budget remained a key domestic topic, alongside news of the Nobel Prize in Economics awarded to Frenchman Philippe Aghion and the impending incarceration of Nicolas Sarkozy.
As the day progressed, the focus intensified on the Gaza exchange, with the first seven Israeli hostages released to the Red Cross, followed by the release of all remaining live Israeli hostages. Donald Trump's arrival in Israel for a historic speech at the Knesset, where he declared a "new Middle East," garnered significant attention.
Concurrently, the Lecornu government's mission to "surpass the political crisis" and address the 2026 budget remained a key domestic topic, alongside news of the Nobel Prize in Economics awarded to Frenchman Philippe Aghion and the impending incarceration of Nicolas Sarkozy.
Lebanon
•13.10.2025
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Lebanese media on October 13 focused heavily on the Gaza agreement and its implications for the region. Early reports discussed potential direct negotiations with Israel for Lebanon and the reconstruction of southern villages following the Gaza agreement. US President Trump's arrival in Israel became a central theme, with outlets linking it to the end of the Gaza war and the sustainability of the ceasefire. As the day progressed, the release of hostages and prisoners was widely reported, with Trump celebrating the development. The afternoon saw the formal signing of the Gaza agreement by US, Egyptian, Turkish, and Qatari leaders in Sharm El Sheikh. Trump's vision for a "new Middle East" and his praise for Lebanese President Aoun's efforts to disarm Hezbollah were also prominent, alongside Aoun's call for negotiations with Israel.
Ukraine
•13.10.2025
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Ukrainian media on October 13, 2025, prominently featured President Trump's statements regarding the potential provision of Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine and his envoy's discussions with Putin. Early reports detailed drone attacks on an oil depot in Feodosia and ongoing intense combat clashes on the frontline.
The focus shifted midday to President Zelenskyy's address to NATO, urging support against Russia and asserting Putin could be forced to peace. By the afternoon, the main development was President Zelenskyy's confirmation of an upcoming meeting with President Trump in Washington this week to discuss compelling Putin into negotiations, continuing a theme from prior days regarding high-level diplomatic efforts.
The focus shifted midday to President Zelenskyy's address to NATO, urging support against Russia and asserting Putin could be forced to peace. By the afternoon, the main development was President Zelenskyy's confirmation of an upcoming meeting with President Trump in Washington this week to discuss compelling Putin into negotiations, continuing a theme from prior days regarding high-level diplomatic efforts.
Palestine
•13.10.2025
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Palestinian media on October 13 extensively covered the commencement of the prisoner exchange, with Hamas publishing lists of Israeli and Palestinian prisoners set for release. Early reports confirmed the release of Israeli captives by Hamas, and preparations for the reception of Palestinian prisoners were widely detailed. As the day progressed, the arrival of liberated Palestinian prisoners in Ramallah and Gaza was extensively reported. Concurrently, a Sharm El Sheikh summit, initiated by President Trump, announced a Gaza ceasefire agreement with broad international participation. A guaranteeing document was signed by Washington and mediators. Throughout the day, Trump reiterated that the war in Gaza had ended and discussed reconstruction efforts, while Netanyahu's absence from the summit was noted.
UK
•13.10.2025
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UK media on October 13 focused on the developing Gaza situation and the Israeli hostage release. Early reports indicated the handover of Israeli hostages, with President Trump declaring the "war is over" in Gaza. Throughout the morning, outlets confirmed the beginning of the hostage handover, with Hamas releasing names and the process underway. By early afternoon, reports highlighted the release of all 20 remaining Israeli hostages and President Trump's arrival in the Middle East to finalize a peace deal. The mid-afternoon saw continued coverage of the hostages reuniting with families and Trump's declaration of a "new Middle East." In the evening, Trump declared peace in the Middle East after signing the Gaza deal, while also suggesting an end to the Ukraine war and missile shipments, which prompted Russian threats. Separately, the murder of Ian Watkins continued to be reported, with charges brought against two men.
Iran
•13.10.2025
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Iranian media on October 13 opened with widespread coverage of the Gaza ceasefire, focusing on the countdown to the release of Israeli hostages and Palestinian prisoners. Reports highlighted Israeli citizens gathering in Tel Aviv in anticipation, and early afternoon saw the confirmation of the first group of seven Israeli hostages handed over. Concurrently, Donald Trump's arrival in Israel and his declaration that the war had ended were prominently featured. Iran's decision not to attend the Sharm el-Sheikh peace summit, citing US hostility, was also a significant point of discussion across state and independent media. By mid-morning, all 20 live Israeli hostages were reported released, with Trump reaffirming the war's conclusion.
Russia
•13.10.2025
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Russian media initially reported on Hamas releasing seven Israeli hostages in the morning, followed by claims of preventing a Kyiv-orchestrated terrorist attack in Moscow. The focus then shifted to Russian forces striking Ukrainian military industrial facilities. By early afternoon, reports surfaced on Trump's statements and potential diplomatic engagements concerning conflicts in Gaza and Ukraine. The day culminated with extensive coverage of US President Trump, along with leaders from Egypt, Qatar, and Turkey, signing a peace deal for Gaza, signaling an end to the war and the release of all Israeli hostages. Concurrently, discussions around potentially supplying Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine continued to be reported, and China reportedly reduced its goods supply to Russia.
Italy
•13.10.2025
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Italian media on October 13 began with widespread reports on the imminent release of hostages from Gaza, with President Trump's arrival in Israel and his declaration that "the war is over" also prominent. By early morning, reports confirmed the release of the first seven Israeli hostages to the Red Cross, a development that continued to dominate headlines.
Later in the morning, all 20 live hostages were confirmed free, with many outlets emphasizing President Trump's visit to the Knesset and his standing ovation.
By early afternoon, media attention shifted to the Tuscany regional elections, showing a comfortable lead for center-left candidate Giani, a story that continued through the afternoon with his re-election confirmed. Concurrently, news broke of a peace agreement signed in Sharm el Sheikh for Gaza, involving President Trump, Al Sisi, and Erdogan, marking a significant diplomatic development.
Later in the morning, all 20 live hostages were confirmed free, with many outlets emphasizing President Trump's visit to the Knesset and his standing ovation.
By early afternoon, media attention shifted to the Tuscany regional elections, showing a comfortable lead for center-left candidate Giani, a story that continued through the afternoon with his re-election confirmed. Concurrently, news broke of a peace agreement signed in Sharm el Sheikh for Gaza, involving President Trump, Al Sisi, and Erdogan, marking a significant diplomatic development.
Japan
•13.10.2025
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Japanese media on October 13 predominantly focused on the Middle East, specifically the commencement of hostage releases by Hamas. Early reports from Nikkei Shimbun and Yahoo News Japan detailed the initial releases, two years after the Israeli raid. As the day progressed, The Japan Times and Nikkei Shimbun confirmed Hamas began handing over hostages as part of a ceasefire deal, with President Trump visiting Israel. By late morning and early afternoon, Nikkei Shimbun and Yahoo News Japan reported the release of 20 surviving hostages, with President Trump delivering a speech in Israel and proclaiming a "new dawn for the Middle East." Concurrently, domestic political discussions continued regarding Komeito's potential full transition into an opposition party and active movements towards a unified opposition for prime ministerial nomination, building on the political shifts of previous days. Separately, Tata Capital's stock market debut and a survey on gender inequality among high school students also received coverage.
Netherlands
•13.10.2025
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Dutch media on October 13 prominently featured the release of Israeli hostages by Hamas. Early reports indicated seven hostages were transferred to the Red Cross, with expectations of more. Concurrently, the Dutch Ministry of Economic Affairs expelled a Chinese executive from Nexperia to ensure chip availability. Later in the morning, reports confirmed the release of all remaining twenty Israeli hostages and the concurrent release of nearly two thousand Palestinian prisoners. Throughout the afternoon, coverage emphasized the joy in Tel Aviv following the hostages' return, and a Gaza agreement was signed in Egypt by Trump and Egypt. The Nexperia situation continued to develop, with China imposing an export ban after Dutch intervention.
India
•13.10.2025
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Indian media prominently featured the Israel-Hamas ceasefire and the release of hostages throughout the day. Morning reports indicated seven hostages freed, with expectations for 13 more, coinciding with President Trump's arrival in Israel. By mid-morning, it was confirmed that all 20 Israeli hostages had been released, and Trump addressed the Israeli Parliament, receiving a standing ovation. His speech, celebrating the "historic dawn of a new Middle East," was interrupted by a Gaza-supporter who was subsequently removed. PM Modi welcomed the hostage release and supported Trump's peace efforts. Concurrently, legal proceedings against Lalu Yadav and his family in the IRCTC scam continued, with courts framing charges against them. Bihar election developments were also covered, including seat-sharing agreements and candidate lists.
Poland
•13.10.2025
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Polish media on October 13 focused on Donald Trump's visit to Israel and his role in the Israel-Hamas conflict. Early reports noted Trump's delay in key Ukraine decisions, but the focus quickly shifted to the Middle East. Morning headlines confirmed Hamas's release of Israeli hostages, with Trump arriving in Israel and declaring in the Knesset that the "war is over." This announcement, met with standing ovations, was widely reported throughout the day. By early afternoon, a peace plan for the Gaza Strip was signed, with Trump leaving Egypt having declared "peace." The day concluded with reports of Europe preparing a tribunal for Putin, shifting attention to the ongoing Ukraine conflict, though the main narrative remained Trump's peace initiative.
Spain
•13.10.2025
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Spanish media on October 13th overwhelmingly focused on the Gaza peace process. Early reports highlighted the anticipation and eventual release of the first seven Israeli hostages by Hamas following a ceasefire. By mid-morning, the complete liberation of all 20 remaining live Israeli hostages was widely reported, fulfilling Hamas's part of the agreement. Later in the day, Donald Trump's arrival in Israel and subsequent presence at a peace summit in Egypt became the central narrative. Headlines detailed Trump's declaration of a "new Middle East" and his signing of the Gaza peace agreement with Egypt, Qatar, and Turkey, overshadowing all other news.
Turkey
•13.10.2025
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Turkish media on October 13 prominently featured developments in the Israeli-Hamas conflict, initially reporting on Hamas's release of Israeli hostages to the ICRC in Gaza in the early morning. This was followed by reports of the start of a broader hostage-for-prisoner exchange. In the early afternoon, Israel confirmed the release of the first group of Palestinian prisoners under the Gaza deal, with later reports indicating the release of nearly 2,000 Palestinians and 20 Israeli hostages. Concurrently, US President Trump's arrival in Israel to promote the Gaza ceasefire and his claims of a "historic dawn of a new Middle East" were covered. The day concluded with the signing of a declaration by Turkey, Egypt, Qatar, and the US securing a Gaza ceasefire, and President Erdoğan's departure from Egypt.
China
•13.10.2025
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Chinese state media on October 13 continued its extensive focus on President Xi Jinping's initiatives for women's development, prominently reporting his attendance and keynote speech at the Global Leaders' Meeting on Women throughout the morning. This narrative, consistent with previous days, highlighted Xi's proposals for women's all-round development. Concurrently, reports emerged from DW Chinese and South China Morning Post regarding US-China trade tensions, particularly concerning rare earth elements, with indications of both sides seeking an off-ramp. Separately, international media, including Caixin Chinese and BBC Chinese, noted developments in the Israel-Hamas ceasefire and hostage exchange.
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