ISTANBUL (AA) - Here are the main topics Anadolu's English Desk plans to cover on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025 (coverage may change depending on developing/ breaking stories):
Developments following Israeli attack on Gaza-bound Global Sumud Flotilla
Repercussions of Israel’s attack on the ships of the Global Sumud Flotilla to break the Gaza blockade while sailing in international waters in the Mediterranean, and the fate of hundreds of international activists detained in the Israeli prison of Ktzi'ot.
New flotilla sailing to Gaza
Developments as nine new ships have now reached the northern coast of Egypt in their continuing journey toward the Gaza Strip to challenge Israel’s blockade, while two more ships are still near the Greek island of Crete.
Egypt to unveil details of Amenhotep III’s tomb in Luxor after 200 years
Egypt to unveil Saturday details of the tomb of Pharaoh Amenhotep III, the third king of the 18th Dynasty and father of King Akhenaten, one of Egypt’s most famous pharaohs, in an unprecedented event in Luxor Governorate in southern Egypt, being carried out for the first time more than 200 years after the tomb’s discovery.
Palestinian response to Trump’s ceasefire plan for Gaza
Developments surrounding Palestinian factions' anticipated position on US President Donald Trump’s ceasefire plan for Gaza, as he gives Hamas a deadline until Sunday.
Czech Republic parliamentary elections
Voters head to polls on the second day of elections to elect 200 members of the Chamber of Deputies for four-year terms.
Last elections were held on Oct. 8-9, 2021, and saw Andrej Babis' ANO party win 72 seats, just ahead of the Spolu coalition, led by Petr Fiala's ODS, with 71.
The populist ANO is leading in the polls, with Babis pledging to keep the country out of the Euro area if elected. Early results are expected to be released later Saturday after polls close at 2 pm local time.
Germany hosts European interior ministers
German Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt will host counterparts from European countries for the "Munich Meeting on Migration." EU Commissioner Magnus Brunner is also invited to the gathering, which aims to reform migration policy and implement stricter measures to reduce irregular migration.
Support for Palestine Action protest
People are once again expected to take part in a London protest in support of Palestine Action.
Previous protests have involved supporters displaying signs saying 'I oppose genocide. I support Palestine Action' to show opposition to the government's decision to ban the group.
The organizer, Defend Our Juries, said 1,100 people have already registered to take part and risk arrest following the arrest of over 900 protesters at a demonstration on Sept. 6
Japan’s ruling party elects new leadership
Japan’s ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) elects new leadership. 5 LDP lawmakers are competing in the race, including Farm Minister Shinjiro Koizumi, former Internal Affairs Minister Sanae Takaichi, and Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshimasa Hayashi.
The new LDP chief is highly likely to become Japan’s new prime minister.
Nuclear contamination in Indonesian industrial hub
Monitoring developments after Indonesia confirmed a radioactive contamination incident at an industrial hub on Java Island.
At least nine people in the area have been treated for exposure. An investigation was launched after traces of nuclear material were detected in shrimp held at the site and exported to the US.
SPECIAL REPORTS
FACTBOX – 2 years of Gaza genocide: Humanitarian workers in Israel’s firing line
Report documenting the staggering toll on humanitarian workers in Gaza, where hundreds have been killed since the start of Israel’s genocidal war nearly two years ago.
The story traces how Israeli attacks on aid convoys, hospitals, and residential homes have destroyed Gaza’s humanitarian response.
The report breaks down the victims by organization, including UNRWA, WHO and other aid groups, to illustrate how frontline responders have been systematically targeted.
2 years of Gaza genocide: Germany’s pro-Israel stance erodes global credibility
Report examining how Germany’s steadfast support for Israel’s genocidal war on Gaza has severely damaged its international reputation, fueling accusations of hypocrisy and double standards.
The story highlights how Berlin’s position has undermined its long-standing claims of upholding human rights and international law, particularly when compared with its stance on Ukraine. It traces reputational fallout, restrictions on protests at home, and a widening divide with the Global South, while noting cautious policy shifts such as halting new weapons exports to Israel.
The report includes analysis from Marcus Schneider, foreign policy expert at the Friedrich Ebert Foundation, and Andreas Reinicke, former German ambassador and current head of the German Orient-Institute.
2 years of Gaza genocide: Pro-Palestine activists hold ground despite US crackdown
Report examining how US-based pro-Palestine activists have faced unprecedented repression since Israel’s war on Gaza began, even as the movement experiences a historic surge in solidarity.
The story highlights how activists navigate threats ranging from professional blacklisting, visa cancellations, and proposed passport revocations to physical assaults and arrests. It has insights from veteran organizers and new advocates describing a “radically altered landscape of risk,” where government crackdowns under both Biden and Trump administrations have fueled, rather than silenced, mobilization.
The report features interviews with activist and strategist Hazami Barmada; Paul Biggar, founder of Tech for Palestine; and Jenin, anti-war group CODEPINK’s Palestine campaigner.
NEW MEDIA
VIDEO – Interviews with German foreign policy expert Marcus Schneider and former German ambassador Andreas Reinicke about how Germany’s steadfast support for Israel’s genocidal war on Gaza has dented its international reputation.
VIDEO – Interviews with activist and strategist Hazami Barmada and Jenin, anti-war group CODEPINK’s Palestine campaigner, about the repression and challenges faced by pro-Palestine activists in the US.