Trump Says Israel, Hamas Have Signed Hostage Release Deal, Peace Talks Ongoing

President Trump speaks during a roundtable discussion in the State Dining Room of the White House on Oct. 8, 2025. Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images WASHINGTON—U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Oct. 8 that a deal with terrorist group Hamas has been reached for the release of hostages, marking a breakthrough toward ending the two-year war in

Federal Reserve officials remain cautious on future rate cuts

Federal Reserve officials remain cautious about future interest rate cuts, with an account from the central bank’s meeting in September underscoring the division among central bank officials over the best path for monetary policy.  While some officials think the Fed’s benchmark rate is too high and weighing on the economy, others point to persistent inflation