Diary

Here are the main topics Anadolu's English Desk plans to cover on Sunday, Sept. 8, 2024 (coverage may change depending on developing/ breaking stories):

Israeli military offensive in West Bank

The Israeli military early Friday withdrew from the northern West Bank cities of Jenin, Tulkarm and their refugee camps, following a 10-day incursion and assaults, killing 36 Palestinians and injuring dozens more. The offensive left behind a trail of destruction.

Israeli killing of Turkish-American activist near Nablus

A Turkish-American activist was shot dead by Israeli forces on Friday during a protest against illegal Israeli settlements in the town of Beita, Nablus district of the occupied West Bank.

An autopsy report of Eygi has confirmed she was killed by an Israeli sniper’s bullet to the head, according to Nablus governor Ghassan Daghlas.

Israeli onslaught on Gaza

Humanitarian and military developments in Gaza, where Israel has killed over 40,900 Palestinians and injured many more since the Oct. 7 Hamas incursion. The situation worsens as Israeli attacks continue, and aid becomes increasingly scarce in the besieged enclave.

Protests against Israeli government

Mounting protests in Israel to put pressure on the government led by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to either negotiate a hostage-prisoner swap deal with Hamas or resign.

Cease-fire talks between Israel and Hamas

The latest on Israel-Hamas cease-fire in Gaza and hostage swap talks. Netanyahu has dismissed reports that a deal is nearing completion, calling the claims inaccurate, contradicting statements by US officials.

Israeli opposition leader Yair Lapid on Saturday called for a deal with Hamas to bring back Israeli captives from Gaza and end the ongoing conflict.

Netanyahu says his military must retain control over Gaza’s southern border area with Egypt – known as the Philadelphi Corridor – a position that threatens to derail cease-fire efforts. Critics say Netanyahu is blocking the deal out of fear that his government might collapse.

Hezbollah-Israel escalation

Continued border clashes between Israel and Lebanese group Hezbollah.

Lebanese group struck Saturday Mishar camp, Hadab Yaroun, al-Rahib, Misgav Am, and Manot military sites in northern Israel.

Red Sea tensions

Continued Houthi attacks on commercial ships suspected of having links with Israel in the Red Sea and US-led coalition airstrikes on the group's positions in Yemen.

Humanitarian and security situation in Sudan

The humanitarian and security situation in Sudan continues to deteriorate amid clashes between the army and paramilitary Rapid Support Forces.

Polls close in Algeria's presidential election

Algeria’s election authority is set to announce the results of the presidential election today, with incumbent Abdelmadjid Tebboune expected to secure a second term.

Opposition in South Africa demands justice minister's resignation

Opposition parties in South Africa are demanding Justice Minister Thembi Simelane to step aside over a controversial loan she received from a defunct VBS bank that was allegedly looted by politicians over five years ago.

Death toll in Kenya school fire likely to rise

Death toll from Friday’s school fire in Kenya has climbed to 21, and officials expect it could increase further. Security officials are investigating the cause.

Singapore's top diplomat visits China

Singapore’s Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan to pay a two day-visit to China. He is visiting Beijing at the invitation of his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi.

Czech Republic's top diplomat visits South Korea

Czech Foreign Minister Jan Lipavsky to arrive on his 4-day visit to South Korea. Lipavsky will have a bilateral meeting with his counterpart Cho Te-Yul and also meet Prime Minister Han Duk-so.

Super Typhoon hits southern China, Vietnam

Casualties as Super Typhoon Yagi hits southern China as well as Vietnam. Recovery efforts are underway across in the affected areas.

Ex-Premier Khan’s party set for power show in Pakistan

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf to hold a rally in capital Islamabad to press for release of former Prime Minister Imran Khan, and seeks allocation of reserved seats.

Spanish premier begins trip to China

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez to begin a four-day official visit to China, where he will meet his counterpart Li Qiang as well as President Xi Jinping.

SPORTS

⁠US Open to end with men's singles final

⁠Switzerland vs. Spain (in Geneva), Portugal vs. Scotland (in Lisbon) fixtures to be held in UEFA Nations League.

SPECIAL REPORTS

Quiet 2024 summer transfer window for Saudi football league

By Can Erozden

This story is about the 2024 summer transfer window for Saudi Arabia’s football league, which was quieter compared to the previous year.

Despite fewer major signings, Saudi clubs continued to attract high-profile players from Europe.

Killing of activists without remorse from Israel is 'atrocious reality,' says ex-British MP

By Burak Bir

This story includes comments from former British lawmaker Claudia Webbe on the Israeli killing of Turkish-American activist Aysenur Ezgi Eygi in the West Bank.

​​​​​​​"We're seeing daylight murder, and it's absolutely appalling," Webbe says, reiterating her call for an immediate cease-fire in the Gaza Strip.