Diary

ANKARA (AA) - Here are the main topics Anadolu's English Desk plans to cover on Friday, October 24, 2025 (coverage may change depending on developing/breaking stories):

Implementation of Gaza ceasefire agreement

Developments surrounding implementation of Gaza ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas, as Cairo hosts talks between Palestinian factions to reach intra-Palestinian consensus under phase two of US President Donald Trump’s plan.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s Israel visit

Day two of US Secretary of State Marco Rubo visit to Israel, set to end Saturday, to support implementation of President Trump’s plan to end conflict in Gaza.

Rapid Support Forces attacks on Sudan’s Khartoum International Airport

Expected continuation of drone attacks by paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) on Sudan’s Khartoum International Airport following third consecutive day of strikes on Thursday.

Irish presidential election

Voters head to the polls to elect head of state for seven-year term. In the last election in 2018, Michael Higgins won with 55.8% of the vote. As he is ineligible to run for a third term, leading contenders for his successor are Fine Gael’s Heather Humphreys and independent candidate Catherine Connolly. The new president will take office on Nov. 12. Although Fianna Fail’s Jim Gavin is still on the ballots, he withdrew from the contest earlier this month.

UN agencies' briefing in Geneva

UN Information Service press briefing for UN bodies providing updates from UN agencies on the most pressing issues around the world. Latest updates from Gaza are expected to top the agenda.

Coalition of the willing meeting in London

Coalition of the willing leaders to meet in London with the participation of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky with a focus on energy and arms supplies to Ukraine. The gathering follows last week’s meeting between Zelenskyy and US President Donald Trump along with latest US and EU sanctions on Russia. Some of the leaders are expected to take part online in the meeting, which is expected at around 4 pm local time.

Trump to depart for Asia tour

US President Donald Trump will leave Washington for Kuala Lumpur, the first leg of a nearly weeklong trip to Asia. He is expected to arrive in the Malaysian capital early Sunday and to hold a bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim before attending an Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) leaders working dinner.

On Monday he will fly to Tokyo and on Tuesday meet with new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi. Trump will fly to South Korea on Wednesday, where he will meet with President Lee Jae Myung before delivering remarks at an Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) CEO luncheon and attend a US-APEC leaders working dinner that evening. On the sidelines of the APEC summit, Trump is expected to meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping.

UN Security Council to hold debate on future of UN

UN Security Council to hold open debate on “The United Nations Organization: Looking into the Future.” Secretary-General Antonio Guterres is expected to brief the meeting remotely. A draft presidential statement authored by Russia is also expected to be adopted during the meeting. Ahead of the event, Ukraine’s permanent mission to the UN will hold a joint press encounter.

UN Security Council to hold debate on future of UN

The UN Security Council will hold an open debate titled “The United Nations Organization: Looking into the Future” under the “Maintenance of international peace and security” agenda item. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres is expected to brief via videoconference. A draft presidential statement authored by Russia is expected to be adopted during the meeting. Ukraine’s permanent mission to the UN will hold a joint press encounter ahead of the event.

Tajikistan to host military drills

Commonwealth of Independent States member countries to hold Commonwealth-Anti-Terror 2025 exercise in a combined format with final stage of the Unbreakable Brotherhood exercise in Fahrabad, Tajikistan.

Russian Central Bank to hold meeting on key rate

Russian Central Bank to hold meeting to review country’s financial policy and decide on level of key rate.

Japan’s 1st female Premier Takaichi to deliver 1st policy speech

Japan’s first female Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi to deliver her first policy speech to parliament. The speech is likely to unveil her vision on Japan’s security and economy.

Brazil’s Lula kicks off trip to Malaysia

Brazilian President Lula de Silva kicking off official trip to Malaysia where he will hold bilateral talks in Kuala Lumpur with Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. Later, Lula will take part in the 47th ASEAN Summit.

UN secretary general visiting Vietnam

UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres paying visit to Vietnam, where he is expected to attend signing ceremony of UN Convention against Cybercrime, also known as the Hanoi Convention.

THE ECONOMY

US inflation

US inflation rate in the US to be announced. In August it was 2.9% but markets expect 3.1% for September.

SPECIAL REPORTS

After Gaza ceasefire, Israeli escalation shifts to West Bank

Report on ongoing situation in the West Bank, including Israeli parliament advancing plans for its annexation, a surge in settler violence, and raids and arrests of Palestinians along with demolition and land confiscation.

Story highlights how, after the Gaza ceasefire, Israel has continued to escalate its actions in the occupied West Bank, flouting peace initiatives and rejecting proposals for Palestinian statehood, with a potentially negative impact for Tel Aviv itself.

Story includes interviews with Ramallah-based political analyst Mohamad Alqeeq and Taghreed El-Khodary, former visiting scholar in the Middle East Program at the Carnegie Endowment.

EXPLAINER - 2 candidates, 1 message: Ireland heads to polls with unified stance against Israel

Report on Ireland’s Friday presidential election, as frontrunner Catherine Connolly and rival Heather Humphreys campaign with a shared stance condemning Israel’s war in Gaza.

Story explores how both candidates, despite having differences on social and economic issues, reflect Ireland’s growing moral diplomacy on Palestine.

Report also discusses country’s evolving political landscape.

EXPLAINER - What to know about Ivory Coast’s presidential election

Report on Ivory Coast’s Saturday presidential election. Story will provide an overview of electoral process and the stakes at play, including economic challenges, political divisions, and security concerns.

It also highlights key factors influencing voter decisions, such as the exclusion of opposition figures, constitutional debate over term limits, and legal battles that have shaped the candidate field.

Report presents overview of the main contenders, including incumbent Alassane Ouattara, 83, who is seeking a fourth term, and four challengers, including former first lady Simone Ehivet Gbagbo and former Commerce Minister Jean-Louis Billon.