Diary
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Here are the main topics Anadolu's English Desk plans to cover on Sunday, March 15, 2026 (coverage may change depending on developing/breaking stories):
Regional conflicts
The development amid the ongoing US-Israeli war on Iran and Tehran's retaliatory attacks, with repercussions on the countries of the Middle East region, in addition to Israel and US bases in the region. The material and human losses of the war in Jordan, Iraq, and Gulf states, along with American, Israeli, and Iranian losses.
Israeli attacks on Lebanon and Hezbollah's response
Israel's ongoing airstrikes in Lebanon, targeting what it describes as Hezbollah infrastructure and members, resulting in casualties. It also issues evacuation orders, triggering wide-scale evacuation. The Lebanese group Hezbollah responds by targeting Israel's advancing soldiers in the south and hitting northern Israel with rockets and drones.
Reactions related to joint US-Israel attacks on Iran, Tehran’s retaliatory attacks
Global reactions and statements on developments across the Middle East amid the ongoing US-Israeli attacks on Iran, which started on Feb. 28 while talks between Washington and Tehran over Iran’s nuclear program had been ongoing under Oman’s mediation.
North Korea likely to release details about launch of ballistic missiles
North Korea is expected to release the details of its launch of ballistic missiles, which triggered condemnation by South Korea. Pyongyang fired at least 10 ballistic missiles at a time when Seoul was seeking a window with the US to restart talks with Pyongyang.
Middle East conflict affects energy supplies
The effects of the Middle East armed conflict on energy as Tehran has hit energy supplies amid the ongoing US-Israeli attacks on Iran.
Developments amid Greek oil tanker hit near Russian port in Black Sea
Developments on the part of Moscow and Kyiv will be followed amid an attack on a Greek oil tanker near the Russian port of Novorossiysk in the Black Sea. According to Greek Shipping Minister Vassilis Kikilias, the strike damaged the vessel's starboard side, but did not inflict any casualties on its crew.
Kazakhstan holds constitutional referendum
Kazakhstan hold a referendum on a new constitution, which, if supported, will initiate a transition from a bicameral to a unicameral parliament, introduce a new advisory body, and launch the return of the office of vice president, among other changes.
Republic of Congo holds presidential election
The Republic of Congo holds presidential elections as incumbent Denis Sassou Nguesso seeks another term amid a newly formed opposition alliance challenging his long-standing rule. Sassou Nguesso has been in power since 1997 and previously served as president from 1979 to 1992, having won four consecutive elections since returning to office.
