Diary

ANKARA

Here are the main topics Anadolu's English Desk plans to cover on Sunday, Jan. 25, 2026 (coverage may change depending on developing/breaking stories):

Developments in Syria

Updates in Syria, in the field and in politics, a day after a four-day ceasefire between the Syrian government and the terrorist group YPG/SDF ended. More developments are expected as Syria’s Foreign Ministry denied media reports that the ceasefire deadline granted to the SDF had been extended.

Israel’s Gaza ceasefire violations

Israel’s ongoing and frequent attacks across the Gaza Strip, causing civilian casualties, destruction of infrastructure, and displacement despite the ceasefire in effect since last October.

Following Greenland-related political developments

Monitoring European statements on Greenland and US President Donald Trump’s push to acquire the self-governing Danish territory, which met strong opposition.

Trump last week backed down from a tariff threat, pointing to a framework deal to address his security concerns. (English service / Europe team / possible breaking / no visuals expected)

Reactions to conclusion of Russia-Ukraine-US talks in Abu Dhabi

Reactions after round two of trilateral talks between Russia, Ukraine, and the US concluded in the United Arab Emirates, with no joint statement issued. The talks, which lasted more than three hours, focused on parameters for ending the nearly four-year war, with Ukrainian officials describing the discussions as “constructive,” while the Kremlin said efforts to resolve the conflict are progressing.

Heads of EU Council, Commission visit India

EU Council President Antonio Costa and EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen begin 3-day visit to India. They are scheduled to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi for the 16th EU-India Summit, with the 2 sides expected to sign a free trade pact.

Myanmar holds final phase of general elections

Junta regime holding 3rd and final phase of general elections, part of the first polls since the military ousted Myanmar’s civilian government in 2021.

US free-solo climber Alex Honnold scales Taipei 101

After one-day delay due to weather, free-solo climber Alex Honnold scaled a 101-story Taipei skyscraper without any safety ropes or harness, streamed live.

Finnish premier visits China

Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo begins 4-day China visit. He is scheduled to meet with President Xi Jinping and hold talks with Premier Li Qiang and top lawmaker Zhao Leji.

Indonesia searches for dozens missing in landslide

Monitoring aftermath of landslide in West Java, Indonesia, which left dozens missing. So far, nearly 10 people have been confirmed dead.

Myanmar’s top diplomat in Pakistan

Myanmar’s Foreign Minister Than Swe is on rare 4-day visit to Pakistan.