ISTANBUL (AA) - Here are the main topics Anadolu's English Desk plans to cover on Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2025 (coverage may change depending on developing/ breaking stories):
Hardship in Gaza as severe weather looms under Israeli blockade
Humanitarian situation in Gaza under the Israeli blockade, as authorities warned that an incoming three-day storm could flood tents and put hundreds of thousands of displaced families at risk.
Netanyahu to attend trial session on corruption charges
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is expected to attend a trial session on corruption charges against him.
Israel to reopen West Bank border crossing with Jordan
Israel to reopen Allenby-King Hussein crossing to allow goods and aid into West Bank, after closing it on Sept. 23 following a shooting that killed two Israeli soldiers.
US ambassador to the UN’s visit to Israel
The third and final day of US Ambassador to the UN Mike Waltz’s visit to Israel. He was set to tour Israel’s northern and southern borders, visit the Kerem Shalom Crossing with Gaza and see the Coordination and Monitoring Mechanism for Gaza in Kiryat Gat.
US secretary of state to host Israeli foreign minister
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio to meet Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar at the Department of State for the fourth time this year.
AUKUS ministerial to take place at Pentagon
US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth will host Australian Defense Minister Richard Marles and British Defense Secretary John Healey at the Pentagon for the annual ministerial meeting of the AUKUS partnership between the three countries.
Trump to hold roundtable, host pastors
US President Donald Trump to hold a roundtable meeting at the White House on an unspecified subject. He will later host pastors in the Oval Office. Both events are currently listed as closed to journalists.
UN Security Council to hold briefing on Afghanistan
The UN Security Council will hold a briefing on Afghanistan. Deputy Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Officer-in-Charge of the UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) Georgette Gagnon and Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs Tom Fletcher are expected to brief.
Reactions to US criticism of Europe, new security strategy
Statements from European countries regarding US administration’s new security strategy which Moscow says aligns with Russia's vision.
Meanwhile, European Commission’s decision to fine US social media company X €120M also sparks harsh criticism from both President Donald Trump and X owner Elon Musk.
Iceland announces Eurovision decision
National broadcaster of Iceland, RUV, discusses whether to participate in next year’s Eurovision Song Contest after Israel is allowed to compete. Last week, Spain, Ireland, Slovenia and the Netherlands announced they withdraw from the contest in protest against Israeli inclusion over Gaza.
Palestinian president meets Spanish premier in Madrid
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas pays an official visit to Madrid where he is scheduled to meet both King Felipe VI and Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez. Abbas and Sanchez are expected to discuss issues related to Gaza ceasefire as well as a two-state solution to the Israel-Palestine conflict.
UN human rights chief’s briefing
UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Turk holds his end-of-the-year press conference in Geneva to evaluate a year of developments around the world.
European Commission chief speaks on ‘countering migrant smuggling’
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen speaks at the International Conference on the Global Alliance to Counter Migrant Smuggling in Brussels. During the conference, von der Leyen and EU Commissioner for Internal Affairs and Migration Magnus Brunner are expected to present a joint declaration for partners to endorse.
German chancellor meets Croatian premier in Berlin
Chancellor Friedrich Merz hosts Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenkovic in Berlin for bilateral talks. The pair is expected to hold a joint press conference following the meeting on bilateral relations and European policy as the talk is expected to focus on discussions on the upcoming EU leaders’ summit and international security issues.
Putin to meet Indonesian counterpart in Moscow
Russian President Vladimir Putin to hold talks with his Indonesian counterpart Prabowo Subianto, who will be in Moscow on a working visit. According to the Kremlin, the talks will focus on issues pertaining to the further development of the strategic partnership between Russia and Indonesia, as well as some current international and regional matters.
Iranian president to visit Kazakhstan
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian to pay an official visit to Kazakhstan's capital Astana. Pezeshkian's visit is expected to include a meeting with Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. According to the Kazakh presidential press service, high-level talks in Astana will include discussions on further strengthening Kazakh-Iranian cooperation.
Russian foreign minister to answer lawmakers' questions
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov to participate in the government hour at the Federation Council of the Federal Assembly. At the Federation Council session, Lavrov will speak on outcomes of foreign policy activities and answer senators’ questions, including on topics such as the Russia-Ukraine war and ongoing peace negotiations.
World's 1st teen social media ban takes effect in Australia
Developments after world's 1st social media ban for children aged 16 and below takes effect in Australia. For now on, Reddit, Kick, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, X, Snapchat, Threads, Twitch and YouTube are out of bounds for teens in the country.
US deputy trade representative visits India
US deputy trade negotiator Rick Switzer visits India. India and the US scheduled to hold 3-day talks on 1st phase of their proposed bilateral trade agreement.
Developments along Thailand-Cambodia border
Developments along Thailand-Cambodia border after renewed deadly clashes resulted in at least 10 deaths – 7 civilians in Cambodia and 3 soldiers in Thailand. The renewed clashes broke the US-mediated peace pact, with Bangkok saying that any talks will happen on Thai conditions.
THE ECONOMY
Turkish industrial production
TurkStat to share monthly industrial production data for October. In September, the production rose 5% month-on-month.
US inflation
US to release monthly consumer price index data for October. In September, annual inflation rose 3%, and monthly inflation 0.3%.
US interest rate decision
Federal Reserve to announce its interest rate decision. In the previous meeting, the Fed cut policy rate 25 basis points to range of 3.75% to 4%. Markets expect another 25 basis point cut for this meeting.
SPECIAL REPORTS
EXPLAINER – Thailand-Cambodia clashes: Why now and what next?
Report on the resurgence of clashes between Thailand and Cambodia, breaking down the root causes of the latest dispute, the key political triggers behind escalating rhetoric, and what recent developments mean for bilateral relations.
The story explains how border issues, nationalist sentiment, and domestic political pressures are driving the renewed friction, while also examining the wider role of regional actors and major external partners, and the potential impact on regional stability and economic cooperation.
The report has insights from regional experts, including Pavin Chachavalpongpun, a professor at the Center for Southeast Asian Studies at Kyoto University.
EU’s credibility conundrum: New fraud probe and past corruption crises
Report on corruption scandals within EU institutions, building on the latest one that has seen Belgian authorities detain former EU foreign policy chief Federica Mogherini on allegations of fraud and misconduct.
The story places this investigation within a broader pattern of EU institutional scandals over the past decade – from “Qatargate” to influence-peddling cases – examining how repeated breaches of public trust are fueling Euroskeptic narratives and intensifying criticism of Commission President Ursula von der Leyen’s leadership.
The report presents a comprehensive overview of past cases of corruption in EU institutions, while also assessing the political fallout and potential implications for the bloc going forward.
The new gold? Silver’s rally sparks debate over new precious metals order
Report examining how silver’s rapid price surge is reshaping the traditional balance of power in the precious metals market, narrowing its long-standing gap with gold.
The story explains the drivers behind silver’s accelerated gains, including record-high lease rates, tariffs pushing physical deliveries into CME vaults, and its designation as a critical mineral in the US. It also examines investor concerns over stagflation and geopolitical risks, and how US Federal Reserve rate policy is influencing momentum in both metals.
The report includes insights from Michael DiRienzo, CEO of the Washington-based Silver Institute, and Michael Hsueh, a precious metal analyst at Deutsche Bank Research.