ANKARA (AA) - Here are the main topics Anadolu's English Desk plans to cover on Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025 (coverage may change depending on developing/ breaking stories):
Implementation of Gaza ceasefire agreement
The first phase of the Gaza ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, which practically took effect on Friday morning at 0900 GMT, marking the start of a five-day truce.
Humanitarian situation in Gaza, where urgent relief operations and delivery of aid are expected to follow as part of agreement.
Fate of Freedom Flotilla coalition activists in Israeli detention
Developments concerning Freedom Flotilla coalition activists, detained by Israel after their nine-vessel convoy was attacked in international waters where they have reportedly been subjected to physical and verbal abuse.
National rally for Palestine
Palestine Solidarity Campaign holds National March for Palestine, themed Stop Starving Gaza - Stop Arming Israel. The planned demonstration is taking place in central London. The rally is expected to further press the government to put pressure on the Israeli government to end its assault on Gaza.
Russia-Ukraine war
Developments from the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war as two countries continue drone and missile attacks against each other, notably targeting energy infrastructure. The situation surrounding the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant will also be followed, where IAEA Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi said Thursday that a process had been set in motion to help restore external electricity to the facility, which has been under Russian control since March 2022.
Turkish president to chair provincial party meeting
Turkish President and Justice and Development Party (AK Party) Chairman Recep Tayyip Erdogan will preside over his party’s Expanded Provincial Advisory Council Meeting at the Ismail Kahraman Cultural Center in Rize.
Political developments in Japan
Political developments in Japan after Komeito party upended coalition with ruling Liberal Democratic Party, triggering race for new coalition as no party commands majority in the parliament. LDP’s newly-elected head Sanae Takaichi was seen as the next prime minister but chances are less likely after Komeito’s exit.
Developments between Afghanistan, Pakistan
Developments after Afghanistan accused Pakistan of violating its airspace as well as bombing a market in the eastern province overnight. Islamabad has accused Kabul of harboring militants who are attacking Pakistan.
SPECIAL REPORTS
What Gaza needs: Billions required for recovery from Israel’s devastation
Report presenting a comprehensive overview of the damages and losses that Israel has inflicted on the Gaza Strip over the past two years, and the massive reconstruction needs and costs.
The story includes data from UN agencies, the World Bank, and local Palestinian sources on the estimated costs for redevelopment of different sectors of the devastated enclave, including health, education, housing, water and sanitation, and culture.
The report has comments from Mamoun Besaiso, an advisor to the UN on Gaza’s reconstruction, and Ahmed Bayram, media advisor for the Norwegian Refugee Council, on the challenges and obstacles ahead.
EXPLAINER - Cameroon’s presidential election: All you need to know
Report on Cameroon’s presidential election due to be held this Sunday.
The story explains how the elections work, what is at stake and the factors shaping voter decisions, including security and economic challenges.
The report also presents an overview of the main contenders, including incumbent 92-year-old incumbent Paul Biya, who is seeking an eighth consecutive term, and opposition challengers such as former ministers Issa Tchiroma Bakary and Bello Bouba Maigari.