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ISTANBUL (AA) – Here are the main topics Anadolu's English Desk plans to cover on Sunday, June 15, 2025 (coverage may change depending on developing/ breaking stories):

Israel, Iran exchange fire for 3rd day; dozens more killed as tension soars

Developments and updates as Israeli planes continue targeting Iran since early Friday, in strikes Tel Aviv says were against Tehran's nuclear and military facilities, killing senior military figures and scientists.

The wave of attacks has continued and resulted in the deaths of at least 78 people with 320 others injured, according to figures earlier announced by Iran's UN envoy.

Iranian missiles also struck multiple locations in central and northern Israel, killing eight people and injuring 208 others, Israeli media reported early Sunday.

Around 50 rockets were fired at central Israel in the latest wave of Iranian attacks, according to Israeli Channel 12.

The situation remains highly volatile, as governments worldwide and human rights organizations continue to issue strong condemnations and urge all parties to exercise restraint.

In the wake of the reciprocal strikes, neighboring countries are expected to maintain flight suspensions and bolster security protocols, with further regional responses likely if hostilities escalate.

⁠Israel continues targeting of Palestinians seeking humanitarian aid

Developments as the Israeli army continues to target Palestinians near humanitarian aid distribution points under the supervision of the Israeli-American aid group known as the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation.

According to the Gaza-based Health Ministry on Saturday, over 274 Palestinians have been killed and more than 2,532 injured near aid distribution sites since May 27.

The escalation further complicates the deepening famine in Gaza, raising alarm among humanitarian agencies.

French president visits Greenland

President Emmanuel Macron visits Greenland to show support for the autonomous Danish territory. He will meet Greenland’s Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen and Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen. Talks are expected to focus on Arctic security, climate change, energy transition and critical materials.

Brussels human chain for Gaza

A human chain will be formed in Brussels, organized by a broad coalition of civil society organizations, trade unions and NGOs, against the war in Gaza. Thousands of people are expected to take part.

China hosts cross-straits forum with participation from Taiwan

China hosts cross-Straits forum with participation from Taiwan in eastern Fujian province. The forum brings delegates from mainland China and Taiwan to discuss cross-strait exchanges, economic cooperation, and people-to-people ties.

The forum is one of the largest annual platforms aimed at enhancing dialogue between the two sides of Taiwan Strait. Former Taiwanese leader Ma Ying-jeou is leading a delegation to the forum.

Reactions to Israeli war on Iran

Monitoring statements and reactions from Asia-Pacific nations to Israeli war on Iran which has led to killing of at least 104 people in Iran. The Israeli attacks have drawn ire from many Asian capitals while Pakistan has vowed to stand by Tehran.