AFN News Update | October 13, 2025

In this news update:

-Hamas released all 20 remaining living hostages held in Gaza today while Israel began releasing hundreds of Palestinian prisoners as part of a ceasefire.

-Vice President JD Vance on Sunday said there will be deeper cuts to the federal workforce the longer the government shutdown goes on.

-A nor’easter churned its way up the East Coast on Sunday, washing out roads and prompting air travel delays.

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