ISTANBUL (AA) - Here are the main topics Anadolu's English Desk plans to cover on Sunday, April 27, 2025 (coverage may change depending on developing/breaking stories):
Massive explosion at Iran’s Shahid Rajaee Port kills 14, injures 750
The developments as a devastating explosion at Shahid Rajaee Port in Bandar Abbas, southern Iran, has left at least 14 people dead and 750 injured, according to initial reports.
Updates from Iranian authorities on the ongoing investigation. Attention may turn to neighboring countries offering emergency assistance, humanitarian aid, or technical support, especially given the scale of injuries and the strategic importance of the port.
Fears grow over disease outbreaks amid Gaza’s worsening humanitarian crisis
The humanitarian situation in Gaza is sharply worsening as massive waste accumulation, driven by the ongoing Israeli blockade and collapse of essential services, raises the risk of widespread disease outbreaks.
Health threats posed by waste buildup, the impact of aid and fuel entry bans since March, the collapse of municipal services, the humanitarian appeals for lifting the blockade, and the broader context of civilian suffering amid renewed Israeli military offensive.
Reaction to Zelenskyy-Trump meeting in Rome, developments in Russia's Kursk region
Reactions from Moscow and Kyiv as US President Donald Trump met with his Ukrainian counterpart Zelenskyy in Rome. Kyiv is expected to provide commentary on Russia's assertion of having completely regained control of the Kursk region.
Official statements, media reports, and social media updates from senior Russian officials. The Ukrainian authorities are anticipated to offer insights on recent events in the Kursk region, where Moscow claims full control has been restored.
Turkish foreign minister to visit Qatar
Türkiye's Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan set to visit Qatar on Sunday for talks on strengthening bilateral relations and coordination on regional issues.
Tensions continue between nuclear rivals India, Pakistan
There appears no immediate end to tensions between nuclear-armed India and Pakistan, following an attack by unknown gunmen in Jammu and Kashmir which killed 26 people on April 22.
Pakistan has offered to cooperate in a neutral and transparent probe into the attack which New Delhi has said is linked to Islamabad. The two sides have taken steps, including downgrading ties, putting into abeyance several pacts, exacerbating the tensions.
Japanese lawmakers travel to China
A 15-member group of lawmakers from Japan-China Parliamentarians' Friendship Union begins 3-day trip to China.
The trip to Japanese lawmakers to Beijing comes amid US threat of tariffs. Beijing has asked Tokyo to collaborate against Trump administration’s unilateral trade moves while Japan also seeks to stabilize ties with China as well as seek an end to ban on seafood imports by the world’s 2nd-largest economy.