Diary

ISTANBUL (AA) - Here are the main topics Anadolu's English Desk plans to cover on Saturday, July 26, 2025 (coverage may change depending on developing/breaking stories):

Catastrophic famine in Gaza amid Israeli blockade

The ongoing catastrophic famine in Gaza which continues to claim the lives of dozens -- many of them children -- due to severe malnutrition and hunger caused by Israel’s suffocating blockade.

⁠Freedom Flotilla vessel Handala approaches Gaza to break Israeli blockade

The developments as Handala vessel, launched by the Freedom Flotilla Coalition, is sailing for the seventh consecutive day and approaching Gaza to break Israel’s blockade and deliver humanitarian aid.

The ship is expected to reach Gaza on Sunday -- unless intercepted by Israeli forces, as happened with the Madleen vessel in international waters last month.

Gaza ceasefire, hostage swap talks

The latest updates after Qatar and Egypt reaffirmed their continued commitment to intensive mediation efforts aimed at reaching a ceasefire agreement in the Gaza Strip, reporting “some progress” had been made during latest round of intensive negotiations, which spanned three weeks.

Donald Trump - Scotland visit continues

US President Donald Trump continues five-day visit to Scotland, with stops in Turnberry and Aberdeen. Large protests are planned in Aberdeen and Edinburgh. Trump is due to meet Scottish First Minister John Swinney during the trip, although the meeting date has not been confirmed. Trump's schedule shows no public activities this weekend.

Viktor Orban's speech at Tusvanyos event

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban scheduled to speak on a panel at the 34th Balvanyos Free Summer University and Student Camp, also known as Tusvanyos. He may address some domestic and international political issues.

Border tensions displace thousands in Thailand and Cambodia

The ongoing border clashes between Thailand and Cambodia, which have displaced thousands of people on both sides of the border. At least 32 people have been killed with regional nations urging warring sides to halt fighting and engage in talks.

Turkish foreign minister to host Balkan Peace Platform meeting

Türkiye's Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan to host the first meeting of the Balkan Peace Platform in Istanbul, established under Ankara's initiative with the participation of several Balkan countries.

Australia, UK to sign nuclear submarine pact

Australia and UK signing a bilateral nuclear submarine pact for the next 50 years under AUKUS Pillar I.

Chinese premier to address world AI conference

Chinese Premier Li Qiang addresses World AI Conference and High-Level Meeting on Global AI Governance in Shanghai. Global policymakers, tech leaders, and experts gather in the event to discuss AI innovation, regulation, and international cooperation.

Taiwan holds ‘recall vote’

Taiwan holds "recall vote" to decide the fate of 24 opposition lawmakers. The vote comes as the ruling Democratic Progressive Party lacks majority in regional legislature and any successful recall vote will trigger reelection within three months.