Diary

ISTANBUL (AA) - Here are the main topics Anadolu's English Desk plans to cover on Sunday, June 16, 2024 (coverage may change depending on developing/ breaking stories):

Israeli onslaught in Gaza

Humanitarian and military developments in Gaza Strip as Israeli attacks continue despite efforts to reach a cease-fire. Israel has killed nearly 37,300 Palestinians and injured many more since Oct. 7 last year.

West Bank raids

Almost daily military raids into cities and towns in occupied West Bank, which left at least 547 people dead, 5,200 injured and more than 9,170 in Israeli custody since Oct. 7, 2023.

Protests against Netanyahu's government

Protests in Israel to pressure Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s government to reach a hostage-prisoners swap deal with Palestinians.

Gaza cease-fire talks

Mediated by US, Egypt, and Qatar, indirect negotiations between Hamas and Israel aimed at reaching truce deal in Gaza continue.

Israel-Hezbollah clashes

Border skirmishes between Hezbollah and Israel against backdrop of Gaza war.

Red Sea tensions

Houthi attacks on commercial ships suspected of links with Israel in Red Sea and retaliatory airstrikes by coalition led by US on group’s positions in Yemen.

Eid al-Adha, the Feast of Sacrifice

Muslim holiday of Eid al-Adha, or Feast of Sacrifice, begins in many countries including Türkiye.

Ukraine peace summit

Two-day Ukraine peace summit to conclude in Burgenstock, Switzerland. China and Russia are not attending.

Chinese Premier Li starts Australia trip

China’s Premier Li Qiang starts his four-day trip to Australia with visits to South Australian winery and Adelaide Zoo. First Chinese premier to visit Australia in seven years is due to meet Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Monday.

New Zealand premier begins visit to Japan

New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon begins his four-day official trip to Japan. He will meet Japanese counterpart Kishida Fumio and discuss bilateral issues focused on defense and security.