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ISTANBUL (AA) - Here are the main topics Anadolu's English Desk plans to cover on Tuesday, April 1, 2025 (coverage may change depending on developing/ breaking stories):

Israel continues genocidal war on Gaza

Latest developments as Israel continues its genocidal war on the Gaza Strip, violating the ceasefire agreement with the Palestinian group Hamas.

On the second day of the Muslim holiday of Eid al-Fitr, 41 Palestinians were killed in Israeli airstrikes due to scattered Israeli airstrikes targeting residential areas in the Gaza Strip.

Thousands of Palestinians were displaced from large areas in the cities of Rafah and Khan Younis in southern Gaza, in response to evacuation orders issued by the Israeli army on Monday.

Israel's violations in southern Lebanon following incomplete pullout

Developments in Lebanon after incomplete Israeli army withdrawal.

Since the ceasefire agreement between Hezbollah and Israel came into effect, Israel has committed 1,341 violations, resulting in at least 113 deaths and 355 injuries, according to an Anadolu tally based on official Lebanese data.

Israeli raids in West Bank

Nearly daily Israeli military raids on Palestinian cities and towns in the occupied West Bank, especially in the northern parts of the territory.

Israeli forces escalated their aggression in the West Bank on Monday through demolitions, arrests, and raids across several areas—most notably Jenin, the northern Jordan Valley, and Tubas—on the second day of Eid al-Fitr.

Tension has been running high across the occupied West Bank, where over 940 Palestinians have been killed and over 7,000 others injured in attacks by the Israeli army and illegal settlers since the start of the Gaza onslaught on Oct. 7, 2023, according to the Palestinian Health Ministry.

US aggression on Yemen, Houthis' strikes against Israel

Developments in US aggression against Yemen, as well as Houthi military operations against Israel.

Two people were killed and seven others injured in renewed US airstrikes on northern Yemen, the Houthi-run Health Ministry said Monday, as American military operations in the region continue to escalate.

Outrage in Israel

Mounting outrage against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s government over decision to dismiss Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar and to withdraw confidence from its Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara and calls to negotiate with Hamas for the release of Israeli hostages.

Israeli activists opposed to Netanyahu announced their intention to move from protests to peaceful civil disobedience, in response to the government's decision to dismiss Ronen Bar and withdraw confidence from its Gali Baharav-Miara.

Netanyahu’s decision to appoint retired Israeli Navy commander Eli Sharvit as the new head of the Shin Bet sparked controversy, as Supreme Court has yet to give its ruling on petitions challenging the government’s decision to dismiss Bar.

Military and humanitarian situation in war-torn Sudan

The security and humanitarian situation in the northern African country of Sudan as the army recapture more areas in the capital Khartoum from the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF).

Developments after Trump’s threats to bomb Iran amid standoff over nuclear deal

Latest updates following US President Donald Trump’s threat of bombing Iran if a nuclear deal is not reached.

In his first response to Trump’s threat of “bombing” Iran, Iran’s supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has warned that any “external aggression” would be met with “firm retaliation.”

Iran also summoned the Swiss envoy in Tehran to deliver a formal warning to the US “against any hostile actions.”

German coalition talks

The Christian Democrats (CDU/CSU) and Social Democrats (SPD) will meet today for coalition negotiations, focusing on financial issues, tax relief, and pension reforms.

Friedrich Merz, the CDU/CSU alliance leader and likely next chancellor, aims to form the coalition government before the Easter holiday (April 20–21). He emphasized that pressing domestic economic challenges and escalating international security concerns require swift governmental action.

Polish president begins Slovakia visit

Poland's President Andrzej Duda begins a two-day visit to neighboring Slovakia to discuss bilateral ties, regional and international issues. Ukraine-Russia war, European security cooperation, and NATO's eastern flank defense measures are expected to be on the agenda.

UN briefing in Geneva

The UN Information Service will hold its bi-weekly briefing for journalists in Geneva. Statements and updates expected on various international issues from key UN bodies and agencies.

Rally for Palestine

Pro-Palestine protest, led by Youth Demand group, to take place in London. The group has announced that it will carry out its "biggest civil disobedience campaign yet."

UK ministers face parliament on defense issues

British government ministers will answer questions from the members of parliament about key global issues. Main topics will likely include the situations in Ukraine and the Middle East, as well as other international matters.

Top Vietnamese diplomat to visit Russia

Vietnamese Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son to conduct a four-day visit to Russia. As part of his visit, the Vietnamese diplomat is scheduled to meet his counterpart Sergey Lavrov, during which the two officials are expected to exchange views on a wide range of bilateral matters, including the upcoming highest-level and high-level contacts. They also intend to review the key international and regional issues.

Russian, Chinese foreign ministers to hold talks

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov to meet his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi, who arrived in Moscow on an official visit a day earlier. According to the Russian Foreign Ministry, Lavrov and Wang are expected to discuss issues related to global affairs, regional issues, and bilateral relations. The two are also expected to take part in a joint press conference following their meeting.

Trump signing executive orders

US President Donald Trump to sign series of executive orders in the Oval Office. Details on the orders were not immediately available. The event is currently listed as closed press, but the White House may change the house rules before it begins.

Senate hearing

Senate Armed Services Committee to hold hearing to consider the nomination of retired Lt. Gen. John Caine to be general and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.

US-Argentina talks

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio to host Argentine Foreign Minister Gerardo Werthein at the State Department for bilateral talks amid increasingly close relations between the Trump administration and a libertarian-led Buenos Aires.

Women event

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and first lady Melania Trump deliver remarks at the 19th annual International Women of Courage Award Ceremony.

France assuming UN Security Council presidency

France to assume UN Security Council presidency. French Ambassador Jerome Bonnafont to address reporters on the council’s program for the month.

Case of detained Georgetown University scholar

Federal prosecutors to file court brief in response to detained Georgetown University scholar Badar Khan Suri's petition to be transferred back to Virginia. Suri faces deportation proceedings due to his pro-Palestinian advocacy.

Wisconsin Supreme Court race

Voters in US state of Wisconsin to elect a new Supreme Court justice in tightly-contested race. Republicans are seeking to eliminate the court’s liberal majority as Justice Ann Walsh Bradley retires. Tech billionaire Elon Musk has handed out $1 million checks to voters in an attempt to tip the scales in support of the conservative candidate.

Nepalese prime minister pays visit to Thailand

Nepal’s Prime Minister Sharma Oli pays visit to Thailand as part of a five-day visit to the Southeast Asian country, marking first-ever official visit by a Nepali prime minister to Thailand. The premier will attend the Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) Summit being held in Thailand. He will also meet with the Thai king and prime minister. Bilateral relations are expected to be discussed.

Chilean president pays visit to India

Chilean President Gabriel Boric Font pays 5-day state visit to India. During the visit, bilateral cooperation on trade and defense are expected to be discussed among others. Boric will hold talks with the Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and he will also meet with the President Droupadi Murmu.

India, US tri-service joint exercise begins

4th edition of Exercise Tiger Triumph, the bilateral tri-service India-US Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief Exercise to begin in the Indian Ocean Region. The exercise will reinforce joint readiness, interoperability and shared strategic interests in the region.

Death toll from devastating Myanmar earthquake likely to rise

Rescuers, supported by teams from several countries, continue to search for survivors of a 7.7 magnitude earthquake that struck Myanmar on Friday. With the death toll exceeding 2,000 and hundreds still missing, the count is expected to rise as the critical 72-hour window has passed.

THE ECONOMY

Eurozone inflation

Eurostat will release provisional inflation figures for March. It was at 2.3% in February.

EU unemployment

Eurostat will release unemployment data for February. It was at 6.2% in January.

China holds massive military drills around Taiwan as ‘stern warning’: Report