Here are the main topics Anadolu's English Desk plans to cover on Sunday, Sept. 29, 2024 (coverage may change depending on developing, breaking stories):
Israeli aggression on Lebanon
International and Arab reactions following the assassination of Hezbollah's Secretary-General, Hassan Nasrallah, after an airstrike by Israeli F-35 fighters targeted a site in the Haret Hreik area of southern suburb of Beirut, Hezbollah's main stronghold.
Hezbollah announced that its Secretary-General Hassan Nasrallah has been “martyred” following what it described as a "treacherous Zionist raid" on the southern suburbs of Beirut.
Lebanon and Houthi group in Yemen declared three days of mourning and flags at half-mast in areas under its control, and Iran announced five days of mourning.
In his first comment, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that Nasrallah's "elimination" was a "necessary condition to achieve the goals we set for the war."
Meanwhile, Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati stated that the Israeli aggression against his country aims to "strike its unity," urging his citizens to respond responsibly to the situation.
The Israeli army stated it would continue to attack Hezbollah targets in Lebanese territory following Nasrallah's death.
Meanwhile, sirens sounded in Jerusalem area due to a rocket fired from Lebanon, marking the first such incident since Oct. 8.
In recent days, Israeli officials have hinted at an imminent ground operation in southern Lebanon, with Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi and Northern Command leader Ori Gordin discussing the army's readiness for a ground operation in Lebanon.
Israeli onslaught on Gaza
Humanitarian and military developments in Gaza, where Israel has killed nearly 41,600 Palestinians and injured over 96,200 since last year's Oct. 7 incursion by Palestinian group Hamas. The situation is deteriorating as Israeli attacks continue amid dwindling aid flow in the besieged enclave.
Yemen's Houthi missile attack on Israel
Yemeni Houthi group announced that its forces targeted Ben Gurion International Airport southeast of Tel Aviv with a “Palestine 1” ballistic missile while Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was arriving from New York.
However, the Israeli army said the surface-to-surface missile was detected and intercepted by air defense fighters outside the country's borders.
West Bank raids
Israeli military raids on Palestinian cities and towns in the occupied West Bank have killed at least 719 people since last October, including 160 children, and injured over 5,750 others, with nearly 11,000 taken into custody.
On Saturday evening, a young man and a woman were injured by gunfire from the Israeli army, while three others suffered from gas inhalation in separate incidents in the northern and southern areas of the occupied West Bank.
Protests against Israeli government
Mounting protests in Israel to pressure the Netanyahu-led government to either negotiate a hostage-prisoner swap deal with Hamas or resign.
On Saturday, dozens of Israelis closed the vital Begin Street, a major route in central Tel Aviv, to call for a hostage swap deal with Palestinian factions in Gaza.
Demonstrations in Israel have slowed in recent days amid escalating tensions between Tel Aviv and Hezbollah along the northern border.
Deteriorating humanitarian and security situation in Sudan
Humanitarian and security conditions continue to deteriorate in Sudan amid clashes between the army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces.
Austria goes to polls
Austrians will go to polls today to elect a new parliament. The far-right Freedom Party (FPO) is expected to come in first but fall short of a majority in parliament, according to the latest opinion polls. Conservative Austrian People's Party (OVP) is expected to come in second, followed by the center-left Social Democrats (SPO).
South Africa launches manhunt for suspects involved in mass shooting
Police in South Africa launched search for suspects involved in a mass shooting that claimed 17 lives on Friday. The motive for the mass killings is not yet clear, but such incidents have become common in Africa’s largest economy.
Floods, landslides leave at least 50 dead, dozens missing in Nepal
At least 50 people were killed and dozens are missing after severe floods and landslides hit multiple districts in Nepal. Thousands are displaced.
Reactions to assassination of Hezbollah leader Nasrullah
Asia-Pacific national governments and influential groups are likely to react to assassination of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrullah. Protests against Nasrullah’s killing are also expected.
Fighting between Russian, Ukrainian troops continues in Kursk, Donetsk
Russia and Ukraine continue fighting in border region of Kursk, where Kyiv began incursion last month, and in eastern Ukraine, where Moscow continues claiming advances on multiple fronts.
Atletico Madrid to take on Real Madrid
Spanish top-flight football division LaLiga to see Atletico Madrid vs. Real Madrid derby at Atletico's home Civitas Metropolitano. Barcelona are leading the league. Atletico, Real Madrid are behind Barcelona, and all three have remained undefeated in the league so far.
English Premier League
In English Premier League, Manchester United to play home match against Tottenham Hotspur. Both the Red Devils and the Spurs have been struggling this season, as both are below 10th spot in Premier League standings.