Diary

ISTANBUL (AA) - Here are the main topics Anadolu's English Desk plans to cover on Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026 (coverage may change depending on developing/breaking stories):

US-Iran diplomacy

Developments in diplomatic efforts between Washington and Tehran as Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said that contacts through Qatari and Pakistani mediators were continuing over Iran’s conditions for reopening the Strait of Hormuz and resuming negotiations.

⁠Israel’s post-election deadlock

Political developments in efforts to form a new Israeli government following parliamentary elections that left both Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s bloc and the opposition led by Gadi Eisenkot short of a majority, amid consultations between party leaders over possible coalitions.

⁠Yemen escalation

Developments in the military escalation between Yemeni government forces and the Houthis, alongside continued cross-border attacks, after the Saudi-led coalition announced the interception of a drone over Saudi Arabia's Riyadh region.

⁠Sudan-Ethiopia tensions

Developments after Sudan’s accusations that Ethiopia allowed its territory to be used to launch drone attacks on its territory, with any potential response from Ethiopia and diplomatic moves

⁠OPEC+ production meeting

Virtual meeting of seven OPEC+ countries – Saudi Arabia, Russia, Iraq, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, Algeria and Oman – to review global oil market conditions and production policy, following their decision to maintain September production levels for November.

Political reactions after youth protests in Europe

Developments and statements from authorities a day after young people protested in several European countries, with the largest demonstrations in France and Germany. Protesters, many of them students who organized on social media, rallied against austerity, rising living costs and cuts to education. In Germany, they also protested against plans to revive military conscription.

Poland's political standoff continues

Developments in Poland after protesters and riot police faced off outside the Constitutional Tribunal over the suspension of the court's president. President Karol Nawrocki, who cut short a trip to Senegal, has called for emergency talks with political leaders and accused the government of trying to forcibly take control of the court. The opposition said it would file a no-confidence motion against Prime Minister Donald Tusk and proposed a temporary government until elections.

Bulgaria holds presidential runoff vote

Bulgarians will vote in a presidential runoff between incumbent Iliana Iotova and challenger Andrey Gyurov, who is backed by pro-Western opposition parties. The runoff became necessary after no candidate won an absolute majority in the first round on Oct. 25th.

European reactions to developments around Hormuz and Yemen

European governments’ reactions around the Strait of Hormuz and Yemen, with concerns over shipping, energy security and the risk of wider regional escalation. The European response, including maritime security measures and calls for freedom of navigation, will be closely followed.

Trump to hold midterm campaign rallies in Iowa, Kansas

US President Donald Trump will hold campaign rallies in Dubuque, Iowa, and Salina, Kansas, ahead of Tuesday’s midterm elections.

Senior Democrats to campaign in California, Michigan amid midterm push

Former Vice President Kamala Harris, California Gov. Gavin Newsom and Sens. Alex Padilla and Adam Schiff to join gubernatorial candidate Xavier Becerra at a Los Angeles rally.

In Michigan, Democratic Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed is scheduled to hold a voter-mobilization rally in Southfield, while a planned joint appearance with former primary rival Haley Stevens and Rep. Jim Clyburn at a Detroit church remains uncertain.

US reactions to Iran talks, threat of renewed strikes

Reactions in the US to the latest talks between Iranian negotiators and Qatari mediators in Doha, amid continuing tensions over Iran's nuclear program and the threat of renewed US military strikes. Statements from the Trump administration, lawmakers and other political figures, as well as prospects for further negotiations or military escalation, to be followed.

Ecuador to impose overnight curfew in 5 provinces

Ecuador will impose a curfew through Nov. 10 from midnight to 5 am in Guayas, Manabi, Los Rios, El Oro and Esmeraldas provinces as part of efforts to combat organized crime and gang violence.

⁠Local ceasefire in Russian-controlled Ukrainian city of Oleshky ends

Developments in Russia-Ukraine war as a local ceasefire, which was brokered by US first lady Melania Trump and took effect at 0100GMT on Tuesday, in the Russian-controlled city of Oleshky in Ukraine's southern Kherson region ends. The ceasefire sought to facilitate humanitarian aid deliveries and civilian evacuations.

Congress to hold march in India over electoral roll revision

India's opposition Congress party holds a march in New Delhi to protest alleged irregularities in the revision of electoral rolls. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi described the planned march as an effort to "save democracy, stop vote theft, and protect the Constitution."

Omani Sultan to pay state visit to China

Omani Sultan Haitham bin Tarik Al Said pays a 2-day state visit to China. The visit marks the first one in 48 years by the sultan.

Cyclonic storm expected to approach India

Depression over southeast Bay of Bengal is likely to intensify into a cyclonic storm and further strengthen into a severe cyclonic storm before making landfall along the south Andhra Pradesh coast on Nov. 3. The region was battered by Cyclone Arnab just days earlier.

Seyit Şamil Kurt