Diary
ISTANBUL
Here are the main topics Anadolu's English Desk plans to cover on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025 (coverage may change depending on developing/ breaking stories):
Doha Forum 2025 in Qatar
Doha Forum to take place in the Qatari capital on Dec. 6-7, under the theme of “Justice in Action: Beyond Promises to Progress.”
The event will gather over 6,000 participants and 246 speakers, including ministers, experts, and leading international figures, to discuss global challenges related to governance, economy, social justice, technology, peace, and security.
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan will also attend the event.
Israeli ceasefire breaches 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.
UN Security Council members’ presser in Beirut
UN Security Council members are expected to hold a press conference in Beirut at the end of their visit, which started Friday and included a tour of the southern border.
Situation in Sudan amid RSF attacks on civilians
Humanitarian and field developments in Sudan as authorities announced Friday that the death toll from RSF drone strike on civilian sites in the city of Kalogi, South Kordofan, surged to 79 people.
US ambassador to UN visits Jordan, Israel
US Ambassador to the UN Mike Waltz will visit Jordan and Israel. In Jordan, he is expected to meet King Abdullah and Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi, while his schedule in Israel includes talks with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and President Isaac Herzog, as well as with Acting UN Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process Ramiz Alakbarov.
Trump to attend honors ceremonies
US President Donald Trump will participate in an Honors Medal presentation at the Kennedy Center in Washington, DC. Secretary of State Marco Rubio will also deliver remarks.
US defense chief to speak at Reagan National Defense Forum
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth will deliver a keynote address at the Reagan National Defense Forum in Simi Valley, California.
Reactions over decision to keep Israel in Eurovision
Developments and statements from European countries after Israelwas cleared to compete in Eurovision Song Contest 2026 despite growing concern over the situation in Gaza. So far, national broadcasters of four European countries —Ireland, Spain, Slovenia and the Netherlands— have pulled out after decision not to hold vote on Israel’s participation during Thursday’s general assembly of the European Broadcasting Union.
Aftermath of deadly floods in Asia
Deadly and unprecedented floods, landslides, storms, and cyclones have swept across Indonesia, Malaysia, Sri Lanka, India, and Thailand, leaving over 1,600 dead and hundreds of others missing.
Australian defense chief visits Japan
Australian Defense Minister Richard Marles begins two-day official visit to Japan to hold talks with his Japanese counterpart Koizumi Shinjiro. They will also visit Mitsubishi Heavy Industries’ Nagasaki Shipyard, where Japan is building its Mogami class frigates for Australia.
