Diary

ISTANBUL (AA) - Here are the main topics Anadolu's English Desk plans to cover on Sunday, Aug. 3, 2025 (coverage may change depending on developing/breaking stories):

Worsening situation in Gaza amid Israeli siege, ineffective aid distribution

Worsening situation across the Gaza Strip, fueled by Israel’s ongoing siege and aggravated by ineffective aid distribution, which led to multiple malnutrition-related deaths, including children. The crisis has prompted widespread international condemnation and calls for a ceasefire.

⁠Israeli army chief Zamir's rift with Premier Netanyahu

Alleged dispute between Israeli army chief Eyal Zamir and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s government over stalled Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal negotiations with Hamas. It has been suggested that the military chief may resign if the deadlock continues.

UN chief to visit Kazakhstan

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres to visit Kazakhstan's city of Almaty. He is scheduled to hold negotiations with President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, as well as other senior government officials and UN staff working in the country. He will also sign an agreement to establish the UN Regional Centre for Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) for Central Asia and Afghanistan.

Taiwan civil society groups hold pro-Palestine protests

Taiwan civil society groups will gather in front of the Foreign Ministry to protest its reported donation to an illegal settlement project in the occupied West Bank. They are calling on the administration to cease all financial assistance to Israel, prohibit sale of military parts, and amplify the global demand to protect Palestinians’ human rights.

Australian activists hold rally pro-Palestine rally

The Palestine Action Group Sydney holds a “March for Humanity” with thousands of participants expected to march across the landmark Sydney Harbour Bridge. The protesters call for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and end to Australia’s alleged support for Israel’s military actions.