Here are the main topics Anadolu's English Desk plans to cover on Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026 (coverage may change depending on developing/ breaking stories):
US-Iran tensions and diplomacy
US-Iran relations amid intensive mediation efforts to end the war as US Vice JD Vance said Washington has made progress in talks with Tehran.
Israeli opposition post-election talks
First meeting of change bloc leaders since the Israeli parliamentary elections is scheduled in Herzliya to coordinate their next moves, a day before President Isaac Herzog begins consultations on forming a government. Participation is expected from Gadi Eisenkot, Naftali Bennett, Avigdor Lieberman, Yair Golan and Yair Lapid, with the role of Arab parties in securing a parliamentary majority in focus.
Yemen conflict and Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia
Conflict between Yemeni government forces and the Houthis, alongside cross-border attacks on Saudi Arabia.
Sudan conflict and humanitarian situation
Security and humanitarian developments following attacks on three power stations in Kassala and Northern states, amid continued fighting between the Sudanese army and the Rapid Support Forces in Blue Nile, North and South Kordofan, and North Darfur states.
Turkish president's visit to South Korea
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is visiting Seoul at the invitation of South Korean President Lee Jae Myung. He will be welcomed with an official ceremony. After having talks, the leaders will attend signing ceremony for several agreements, followed by news conference, and official dinner.
The talks are expected to address all aspects of the strategic partnership between Türkiye and South Korea, as well as current regional and global issues.
Lithuania's president holds talks in Berlin
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz will welcome Lithuanian President Gitanas Nauseda with military honors at the Chancellery in Berlin, with talks on support for Ukraine and the German combat brigade stationed in Lithuania on NATO's eastern flank. They will also discuss Lithuania's EU Council presidency from January 2027, the next EU long-term budget and EU enlargement.
Berlin Security Conference
EU Defense Commissioner Andrius Kubilius will deliver a keynote speech at the opening of the Berlin Security Conference, which brings together politicians, military leaders and defense industry figures to discuss Europe's security.
German, Slovenian defense ministers meet in Berlin
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius will host Slovenian Defense Minister Valentin Hajdinjak in Berlin for talks on the security situation in Europe, NATO commitments and support for Ukraine. The two ministers are also expected to discuss closer cooperation between their countries on defense and arms.
UN briefing
UN Information Service to hold biweekly press briefing, with a focus on most pressing issues around the world from conflicts to health.
ILO report
The International Labor Organization (ILO) is expected to release the Report on Women in Business and Management.
WMO report
The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) is expected to release a Report on Weather and Climate Services for Ski Resorts.
Belgian King starts consultations with political parties following premier’ resign
Belgian King Philippe will begin consultations with the leaders of the ruling coalition parties after Prime Minister Bart De Wever submitted his resignation over the coalition’s failure to agree on next year’s budget. The monarch will decide on the resignation after the talks, with De Wever scheduled to meet him on Nov. 6.
Agricultural trade unions take streets in Brussels over EU policies
EFFAT, the European Federation of Food, Agriculture and Tourism Trade Unions, will organize a rally in Brussels to demand a fairer agricultural sector and defend social conditionality.
European firefighters' demonstration in Brussels
Firefighters from across Europe are gathering in Brussels to protest understaffing while rising emergency callouts, and worsening working conditions.
France braces for nationwide strike, student blockades and Yellow Vests protests
Student mobilizations following the Toussaint school holidays, with school and university blockades planned particularly for Tuesday and Thursday over education conditions, teacher shortages, university admissions and the cost of living. Trade unions have also called a nationwide strike for Thursday over wages, jobs, public services and the proposed 2027 budget. Yellow Vests activists are calling for support for the strike and further protests and blockades on Friday and Saturday.
French parliament continues debate on 2027 budget
Debates and votes on France’s proposed 2027 budget at the National Assembly, alongside government question sessions and statements on public finances. The government’s response to criticism from opposition parties and trade unions, as budget discussions coincide with nationwide social mobilizations.
King Charles to address slavery’s legacy on Caribbean tour
King Charles is expected to speak with “unflinching honesty” and “sincere sorrow” about the lasting impact of the transatlantic slave trade in a speech to Commonwealth leaders in Antigua on Tuesday.
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham has signaled openness to a formal UK apology for Britain’s role in slavery, although the government has yet to apologize or offer reparations.
Executive sessions among leaders of the 56-member organization will also be held on international cooperation, climate resilience and governance.
Protesters to gather outside Poland’s Constitutional Tribunal
Protest outside Poland’s Constitutional Tribunal in Warsaw as tribunal judges meet. Demonstrators’ demands, developments at the gathering and any response from the authorities.
Spanish transport minister to address parliament on deadly Toledo train crash
Transport Minister Oscar Puente’s appearance before Spain’s parliament, as he discusses the circumstances surrounding the Oct. 28 train crash near Urda, Toledo province, which killed at least 69 people.
Meloni to host Chilean president in Rome
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni to meet Chilean President Jose Antonio Kast at Palazzo Chigi.
Swedish parliament to vote on Thand Ringqvist as prime minister
Sweden’s parliamentary vote on Centre Party leader Elisabeth Thand Ringqvist as prime minister, after she said she had been unable to secure a majority. Speaker Andreas Norlen said he will ask Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson of the Moderates to attempt to form a government if her candidacy is rejected.
Federation Council Speaker Valentina Matviyenko’s China visit
A Russian delegation led by the speaker of the upper chamber Valentina Matviyenko to meet the leadership of China'a Shaanxi province and visit a pedagogical university, where she will hold a meeting with students and faculty in the city of Xi'an. The event is part of educational cooperation in 2026-2027.
Lavrov’s visit to Minsk, Belarus
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov to take part in the IV International Conference on Eurasian Security during his two-day working visit to Minsk, Belarus.
Armenian premier to attend EU enlargement summit in Brussels
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan to attend the EU enlargement summit in Brussels. European media described the Armenian Prime Minister as an "invited speaker." No other details were provided.
Russia-Ukraine war
Latest on the Russia-Ukraine war as US announced to mediate working-level negotiations between Ukraine and Russia in Abu Dhabi on Nov. 10-11
Americans to vote in midterm elections
Americans will vote in midterm elections for all 435 House seats, 35 Senate seats, 36 governorships and other offices.
Trump to attend election night viewing reception at White House
President Donald Trump will attend an election night viewing reception at the White House as Americans vote to determine control of Congress. Earlier, he will participate in a signing session and meet the US ambassador to Portugal.
UN General Assembly, Security Council to elect five ICJ judges
The UN General Assembly and Security Council will hold simultaneous elections to select five International Court of Justice judges from nine candidates, with each requiring an absolute majority in both bodies.
Oman's sultan on state visit to Brunei
Oman's Sultan Haitham bin Tariq is on a state visit to Brunei to boost ties.
Court hears challenge to Australia’s social media ban
Two-day court hearing begins in Canberra, the capital of Australia, in a case challenging under-16s social media ban.
Austrian chancellor on China trip
Austrian Chancellor Christian Stocker continues his six-day official visit to China, as the two nations mark 55 years of bilateral relations.
Gabonese president embarks on China visit
Gabonese President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema begins a five-day state visit to China.
China hosts virtual joint APEC meeting
China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Commerce Minister Wang Wentao co-host 37th APEC Ministerial Meeting via video conference. The meeting comes ahead of APEC leaders’ annual summit later this month.
Beijing hosts top diplomats of Lancang-Mekong group
China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi to chair the two-day 11th Lancang-Mekong Cooperation Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Beijing.
China press briefing
China’s Foreign Ministry holds regular news conference in the capital Beijing.
Türkiye’s inflation
Türkiye will release inflation data for October. The year-on-year rate was at 29.7% in September.
US factory orders
The US will release factory orders figures for September. Orders went up 0.1% in August. The country will also release job openings data for September.
Türkiye's foreign trade
Turkish Trade Ministry to release monthly foreign trade statistics for October. In September, Türkiye posted a deficit of $5.16 billion.
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EXPLAINER - Immigration, crime and public services shape South Africa’s local elections
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The report includes voter interviews and assessments from political analysts Dirk Kotze and Andre Duvenhage.