CNN 5 Things Shutdown talks, Gaza peace plan, lumber tariffs & more
Sep 30, 2025
Negotiations for a government shutdown are stalling, with potential implications looming. Meanwhile, a new peace plan for Gaza is on the table, awaiting Hamas's response. Tariffs on lumber and wooden products are set to take effect soon, possibly raising costs for consumers. A federal judge has intervened to halt job cuts at Voice of America, affecting media operations. Additionally, reports indicate a decline in abortions by medical professionals across the US.
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Shutdown Looms As Talks Stall
- Negotiations stalled and both parties blamed the other as a shutdown loomed under 24 hours away.
- A shutdown would affect agencies like the FDA and could shave billions off economic growth.
Gaza Plan Hinges On Hostage Release
- The US and Israel agreed on a 20-point Gaza ceasefire framework but Hamas has not accepted it.
- The plan demands hostage releases within 72 hours and leaves troop withdrawal timing ambiguous.
Ceasefire Includes Non-Annexation Clause
- The ceasefire text includes an immediate stop to attacks and a promise Israel won't annex or control Gaza.
- The timeline for Israeli troop withdrawal remains negotiable between the parties.