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Here are the main topics Anadolu's English Desk plans to cover on Friday, Oct. 10, 2025 (coverage may change depending on developing/breaking stories):

Implementation of Gaza ceasefire agreement

The implementation of the first phase of the Gaza ceasefire agreement between Israel and the Palestinian group Hamas, expected to last five days, comes as the culmination of four days of indirect negotiations in Egypt’s Sharm el-Sheikh, involving delegations from Türkiye, Egypt, and Qatar, under US supervision.

Fate of Freedom Flotilla coalition activists in Israeli detention

Developments regarding the activists of the nine-ship Freedom Flotilla, who are being illegally detained by Israel, subjected to physical and verbal abuse, and denied access to their lawyers.

European reactions to Gaza ceasefire plan

Statements from European countries on the developments after ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas to end Israel's two-year war on the Gaza Strip. The first phase of the plan calls for an immediate ceasefire, the release of hostages and prisoners, gradual Israeli withdrawal from an agreed-upon line in Gaza, and the entry of humanitarian aid.

French president set to announce new premier

French President Emmanuel Macron is expected to announce the country’s new prime minister following weeks of political turmoil and failed coalition talks. Budget disputes have caused months of instability in France. After losing no-confidence votes over fiscal reforms, successive governments led by Michel Barnier and Francois Bayrou collapsed in the country. Most recently, Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu resigned on Monday after he took office on Oct. 5.

Trump to receive medical checkup, make announcement

US President Donald Trump will receive a “routine” medical checkup at Walter Reed Medical Center in Maryland. He will later announce an unspecified subject.

US first lady to make announcement

US first lady Melania Trump will make an announcement at the White House on an unspecified subject.

American participants of Global Sumud Flotilla to return to US

US nationals among the Global Sumud Flotilla participants, Adnaan and Tor Stumo, will arrive at Dulles Airport near Washington, DC, after recently being released from Israeli detention. The two brothers are expected to speak to reporters, recounting their experiences with the aid flotilla and their time in Israeli custody.

US Pentagon chief to host Qatari counterpart

US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth will hold talks with Qatari Defense Minister Sheikh Saoud Al Thani, greeting his counterpart with an enhanced honor cordon at the Pentagon.

Turkish foreign minister to meet Iraqi counterpart

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan will meet with Iraq’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein, who is visiting Türkiye.

2025 Nobel Peace Prize

The 2025 Nobel Peace Prize winner will be announced by the Norwegian Nobel Committee prior to a presentation to be made in December. US President Donald Trump is one of the most famous candidates for the prize. Last year, it was awarded to Nihon Hidankyo, an organization of survivors from the 1945 atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki.

Tajik capital to host leaders' summit of Commonwealth of Independent States

Tajikistan's capital Dushanbe to host a meeting of the Heads of State Council of the Commonwealth of Independent States. The meeting will serve as an opportunity to address the practical dimension of cooperation within the bloc, establish key areas for future work, and discuss pressing international and regional issues, according to the Kremlin. A number of important documents will be adopted during the meeting.

North Korea’s ruling party marks 80th anniversary

Pyongyang’s ruling Workers' Party of Korea celebrates its 80th anniversary. Leaders and representatives from China, Vietnam, Russia, Iran, and Laos are among the attendees as North Korea is expected to hold major military parade to mark the occasion.

India’s top diplomat hosts Afghan counterpart

Indian Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar is expected to host his Afghan counterpart Amir Khan Muttaqi. This is the first such high-level contact between the two nations since Taliban returned to power in August 2021. Jaishankar and Muttaqi are expected to discuss trade ties and regional issues.

THE ECONOMY

Turkish retail sales

TurkStat to release monthly retail sales data for August. In July, the sales were down 0.2% on a monthly basis.

SPECIAL REPORTS

Germany under fire for pro-Israel policy, repression of pro-Palestinian voices

Report on growing calls among German intellectuals and foreign policy experts for Berlin to end its unconditional support for Israel and repression of pro-Palestine activism.

The story charts how Germany has been a staunch supporter of Israel throughout its war on Gaza, with experts warning that the government must immediately change course or face accusations of aiding and abetting genocide. It covers how German authorities have systematically restricted pro-Palestinian advocacy, by banning hundreds of demonstrations, cancelling academic panels and cultural events, and increasing police violence at protests and demonstrations.

The report includes comments from Middle East experts Daniel Gerlach and Philip Holzapfel, along with German foreign policy analyst Marcus Schneider.

UNEP warns of ‘race against time’ to deliver climate finance

Report on the UN Environment Program’s call for urgent climate funding, as developing nations struggle to confront accelerating environmental disasters with limited resources.

The story explains the growing burden of the climate crisis, particularly in vulnerable areas such as South Asia and countries like Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Nepal, which are bearing the brunt of global warming.

The report includes an interview with Jamil Ahmad, UNEP’s director of intergovernmental affairs, who emphasizes how climate change has “outpaced the world’s response,” urging developed nations to fulfil their long-delayed financial commitments.

NEW MEDIA

VIDEO - Interviews with German analysts Daniel Gerlach, Philip Holzapfel, and Marcus Schneider about Berlin’s unconditional support for Israel, repression of pro-Palestine activism, and the need for Germany to change course.