ISTANBUL (AA) - Here are the main topics Anadolu's English Desk plans to cover on Tuesday, July 8, 2025 (coverage may change depending on developing/ breaking stories):
Expected announcement of a Gaza ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas
The expected announcement of a Gaza ceasefire and hostage swap deal between Israel and Hamas following indirect negotiations in Doha and a meeting between Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US President Donald Trump in Washington.
Ongoing Israeli targeting of Gazan aid seekers
The Israeli army’s targeting of Palestinians seeking humanitarian aid near distribution centers run by the US- and Israeli-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation amid exacerbating Gaza’s humanitarian catastrophe and a continued Israeli blockade, choking off critical supplies.
Palestinian, Israeli reactions to the Netanyahu-Trump meeting in Washington
The Palestinian and Israeli reactions to the meeting between Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US President Donald Trump in the White House, focused on a potential Gaza ceasefire and prisoner exchange.
New ambassadors to present credentials to Turkish president
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan to receive letters of credentials from newly appointed ambassadors, including Ukraine, Slovakia, Uzbekistan and Algeria.
Macron starts a state visit to the UK
French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte will start a 3-day state visit to the UK at the invitation of King Charles. Schedule during the trip includes participation in the 37th Franco-British Summit with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer.
The French president’s office said the “shared interests” of the two countries will be discussed during the summit, hailing France and the UK’s “essential” close relationship on the international stage and close coordination on many issues, including Ukraine and Middle East, and also joint efforts to tackle migration problems. Macron will address parliament during his UK state visit, according to British government.
European Parliament plenary session continues
Agenda includes Council and Commission statements on preparations for the 2025 EU-China Summit, China's critical raw materials export restrictions, the Danish Presidency program with Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen expected to attend, and the situation in the Middle East.
Danish rotating presidency of European Council
Press conference by European Parliament President Roberta Metsola and Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen following the presentation of the activities of the Danish presidency.
Ceremony for Bulgaria’s joining Eurozone
Bulgaria joining euro area ceremony to be held at the Economic and Financial Affairs Council.
International Trade Centre briefing
Pamela Coke-Hamilton, executive director at International Trade Centre, will brief the Geneva press corps about the state of play on impact of US tariffs 90 days after the pause. She will be joined by Julia Spies, the head of Trade and Market Intelligence, International Trade Centre.
UN agencies to hold bi-weekly briefing in Geneva
UN agencies to hold bi-weekly media briefing in Geneva. The service reveals its agenda shortly before the briefing, therefore the focus will be based on that agenda.
Reactions to death of dismissed Russian transport minister
Reactions from Moscow will be followed as Russia on Monday confirmed death of Russian Transport Minister Roman Starovoyt, who was dismissed by presidential decree earlier that day.
Russia's Investigative Committee has announced that an investigation into the minister's death is underway, noting that he was found dead with a gunshot wound in his personal car in the city of Odintsovo near Moscow. The committee's spokeswoman noted the "main version" of the incident to be suicide.
Trump’s 6th Cabinet meeting
US President Donald Trump will lead the sixth Cabinet meeting of his second term and convene an open press meeting with the members of his administration.
Netanyahu to visit senators
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will meet with a bipartisan group of senators at the Capitol, including Majority Leader John Thune and Minority Leader Chuck Schumer.
Johnson-Netanyahu photo op
House Speaker Mike Johnson and Netanyahu will hold a photo opportunity at the Capitol ahead of a private meeting.
Rubio to leave for ASEAN-US conference
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will travel to Kuala Lumpur for a five-day visit that will include the ASEAN-US Post-Ministerial Conference, the East Asia Summit Foreign Ministers’ Meeting, and the ASEAN Regional Forum Foreign Ministers’ Meeting. He is also scheduled to meet with senior Malaysian government officials.
Hegseth to hold meeting with Canada’s McGuinty
US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth will hold a bilateral meeting with Canada’s National Defense Minister David McGuinty.
Malaysia hosts 58th ASEAN foreign ministers’ meeting
Malaysia hosts 58th ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting at Kuala Lumpur. Myanmar conflict, border dispute between Thailand and Cambodia, US tariffs, tensions in South China Sea likely to dominate discussions.
Chinese Foreign Ministry holds briefing
China’s Foreign Ministry to hold regular news conference in Beijing addressing current global and regional events.
Trump tariffs likely to trigger reaction from Seoul, Tokyo
South Korea and Japan are likely to respond to 25% tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump.
Germany foreign trade
Destatis to announce monthly foreign trade figures for May. In April, Germany's foreign trade balance saw a surplus of $16.7B.
SPECIAL REPORTS
Germany’s climate action path faces policy, reforms challenge
Report analyzing Germany’s faltering climate leadership and challenges in meeting 2030 EU emissions goals, despite progress in renewable energy expansion.
The story is based on an in-depth interview with Bill Dare, CEO of Berlin-based Climate Analytics, and examines the country’s slow pace of decarbonizing key sectors such as transport and industry. It also addresses concerns around EV adoption, fossil fuel infrastructure plans, and the implications of Germany’s policies going forward.
Dare highlights the risks of social and economic dislocation from poorly managed green transitions, warning that failure to ensure equity could fuel far-right populism and derail climate progress.
Climate risks to protection costs: What’s ailing Pakistan’s agriculture sector?
Report exploring the problems in Pakistan’s agriculture sector and efforts being made by a country that is highly economically dependent on the sector.
The story uncovers the impact of climate change and the more complex crisis driven by four interlinked core issues: rising production costs, declining commodity prices, poor marketing mechanisms, and low crop yields. It will have interviews with agriculture, economy, and policy experts.
The report has interviews with agriculture, economy, and policy experts, including Zahid Hussain Bhurgri, secretary general of the Sindh Chamber of Agriculture, and Asif Kamran, director of agriculture policy and outreach at the University of Agriculture, Faisalabad.
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VIDEO – Interview with Bill Dare, CEO of Berlin-based Climate Analytics, about the challenges facing Germany in terms of climate leadership, meeting its 2030 EU emissions goals, and the country’s possible future strategies.