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Here are the main topics Anadolu's English Desk plans to cover on Sunday, Dec. 7, 2025 (coverage may change depending on developing/ breaking stories)

German chancellor to visit Israel

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, coming from Jordan, will meet Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Both sides are expected to hold a joint press conference.

23rd edition of the Doha Forum 2025

The second and final day of the 23rd edition of Doha Forum 2025 being held under the theme, 'Justice in Action: Beyond Promises to Progress,' with the participation of more than 6,000 attendees and 471 speakers from around 160 countries.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, who is also attending the forum, will continue holding talks as part of the event.

EU high representative to visit Jordan

Jordanian Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi is expected to receive EU's foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas in the capital Amman.

Israeli ceasefire violations and Gaza’s humanitarian crisis

Updates on Israel’s ceasefire violations in the Gaza Strip, amid a deteriorating humanitarian situation and severe shortages in aid.

Japan says Chinese fighter jets directed radar at its aircraft

Japan has accused Chinese fighter jets of directing their fire-control radar at Japanese F-15 aircraft in two separate incidents over international waters. There was no immediate reaction from Beijing.

Japanese defense chief hosts Australian counterpart

Japanese Defense Minister Koizumi Shinjiro hosts Australian counterpart Richard Marles to discuss ties.

Hong Kong holds legislative council election

Hong Kong holds Legislative Council election, just days after the city’s deadliest fire in decades at a residential complex which killed 159. Campaigning was suspended during the firefighting and rescue efforts.