Diary

ANKARA (AA) – Here are the main topics Anadolu's English Desk plans to cover on Friday, Sept. 15, 2023 (coverage may change depending on developing/ breaking stories):

US

WASHINGTON – Secretary of State Antony Blinken to host German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock for talks to be followed by joint news conference at State Department.

NEW YORK – UN Security Council members to receive briefing following consultations on UN Mission in South Sudan.

LEBANON

BEIRUT – Following cease-fire deal reached Thursday in Palestinian refugee camp Ein el-Hilweh, after renewed clashes have left 15 people dead despite truce reached Monday between Palestinian and Lebanese security officials.

LIBYA

TRIPOLI – Following developments in Derna city after authorities allow ships to head to city most stricken by floods caused by Storm Daniel. Move expected to facilitate work of relief missions, delivery of aid.

PALESTINE

RAMALLAH – Following situation in West Bank, Gaza as Israel to seal them off coinciding Jewish new year holiday starting on Friday at noon till late Saturday. During closure, only emergency Palestinian cases will be allowed to cross checkpoints into Israel while movement of people and goods to and from Gaza will be prohibited.

GERMANY

BERLIN – Youth-led environmental group Fridays for Future to stage protests across the country as part of global climate strike. Group is accusing German government of blocking and preventing climate protection, and demanding urgent action to save the planet.

SPECIAL REPORT

Months of devastation: World battered by rising natural catastrophes

By Merve Berker

Compilation of the most recent natural disasters around the globe, including devastating floods in Libya, the earthquake in Morocco, and wildfires in different parts of the world. The report gives details about the catastrophes such as the areas impacted and the casualty counts. It also includes comments from a climate change expert on the reasons for the increasing frequency of climate disasters and possible mitigation methods.

SPECIAL REPORT

G-20 membership: What is in it for Africa?

By James Tasamba

KIGALI, Rwanda (AA) – ​​​​​​​Report about how Africa can benefit from the African Union's G-20 membership. It includes comments from analysts and experts about the potential benefits for the continent and how leaders will look to use their access to the bloc to address pressing issues such as Africa's vulnerability to climate change.

SPECIAL REPORT

WITH VIDEO – Will Spanish football's kiss saga lead to systemic change?

By Emre Asikci

ISTANBUL (AA) - Report about the World Cup kiss case and its fallout, focusing on whether Luis Rubiales' eventual resignation and the global furor over the issue can actually lead to a systemic change. It includes comments from an expert about the reasons why it took so long for Rubiales to step down, the general situation regarding workplace sexual harassment, and the need for extensive reforms.

SPECIAL REPORT

'Brain taken over by bits and pieces': The dangers of short social media videos

By Darren Lyn

HOUSTON, US (AA) - Report about how the consumption of short video clips popular on social media is affecting human psychology. The story includes personal narratives of avid social media users and comments from psychologists, focusing particularly on decreasing attention spans and increasing trouble with adult attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). It also contains expert suggestions on how to mitigate the impacts, such as controlling social media use.

SPECIAL REPORT

WITH VIDEO – Turkish defense firms show off latest wares at UK expo

By Burak Bir and Aysu Bicer

LONDON (AA) - Report about the latest products and technologies displayed by Turkish defense firms, including industry giants like ASELSAN, HAVELSAN, BMC, and Roketsan, at the Defense and Security Equipment International exhibition held in London from Sept. 12-15. The report also includes interviews with top officials of ASELSAN, HAVELSAN, and BMC.

SPECIAL REPORT

Timely medication, treatment of lymphoma prolongs life expectancy: Expert

By Yesim Sert Karaaslan

ANKARA (AA) – Report about the benefits of timely medical treatment for lymphoma, a cancer of the lymphatic system, detailing how regular medication in proper doses can increase chances of survival and a patient’s lifespan. The report is in connection with World Lymphoma Awareness Day, observed on Sept. 15, and includes comments from an expert in the field.

SPECIAL REPORT

Bastion of peace: Centuries-old Indian Sufi shrine brings together people of all faiths

By Kaan Bozdogan

NEW DELHI (AA) – Report about the Nizamuddin Dargah, a centuries-old Sufi shrine in India's capital New Delhi. The report details the history of the shrine and how it has become a place frequented by people of all faiths. The story includes comments from the shrine's custodian, who also sheds light on its historical connection with Türkiye.

SPECIAL REPORT

Floods in Libya's Derna: Worst disaster in 21st century

By Anadolu staff

ISTANBUL (AA) - Report about the devastating flooding in the Libyan city of Derna, which has claimed at least 6,000 lives so far, with thousands more still missing. The report gives details of other major natural catastrophes around the world as a comparison, as well as a history of previous calamities in Derna.

NEW MEDIA

INFOGRAPHIC – Months of devastation: World battered by rising natural catastrophes

Infographic about the recent natural calamities around the world, including devastating floods in Libya, earthquake in Morocco, and wildfires in different parts of the world, along with casualty counts and important details.

VIDEO – Will Spanish football's kiss saga lead to systemic change?

Video about the Spanish World Cup kiss case and its fallout, focusing on the wider implications of the issue, and the need for systemic change, including comments from an expert.