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ISTANBUL (AA) - Here are the main topics Anadolu's English Desk plans to cover on Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025 (coverage may change depending on developing/breaking stories):

Escalating RSF assaults deepen humanitarian and field crisis in Sudan

Developments surrounding the humanitarian and field situation in Sudan’s Darfur and Kordofan, as more people are fleeing Rapid Support Forces (RSF)-attacked areas amid international reports of malnutrition among displaced children and adults.

More exchanges and aid oversight continue in Gaza under ceasefire deal

The Palestinian group Hamas is expected to hand over more remains of Israeli hostages under the Gaza ceasefire agreement, alongside the release of Palestinian prisoners and bodies, as aid deliveries into the strip continue.

Iraq enters electoral silence ahead of parliamentary vote

The electoral silence for campaigning in Iraq’s sixth parliamentary elections, set to take place next Tuesday, begins on Saturday.

Jordan’s King Abdullah begins Asian tour

Jordan’s King Abdullah II will begin a visit to Japan on Saturday, marking the start of an Asian tour that will also include Vietnam, Singapore, Indonesia, and Pakistan.

He is expected to sign cooperation agreements and memoranda of understanding with Japan, Indonesia, and Pakistan in various fields.

Azerbaijan marks 5th anniversary of Victory Day

Azerbaijan celebrates the fourth anniversary of Victory Day, commemorating the country’s success in the 2020 Karabakh war. Official ceremonies and events are taking place across the country.

Türkiye's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan will also attend the ceremony.

Military developments in Russia-Ukraine war

Developments along the Russia-Ukraine frontline will be followed amid continued drone and missile attacks reported across several regions in Ukraine. Kyiv continues talks with the US on the purchase of Tomahawk missiles, while Moscow advances in Ukraine’s Donetsk region near Pokrovsk.

Philippines' casualties rise due to typhoon

The number of casualties mounts in the Philippines as the Southeast Asian nation is hit by another Super Typhoon Fung-wong.