Old wounds reopen and danger looms as Kat fights to protect her daughter — but is it already too late?

Anthony’s Past Unravels — And Kat Explodes

In upcoming EastEnders episodes, Kat Moon will stop at nothing to shield her daughter Zoe Slater from a storm she fears is brewing. When shocking new information surfaces about Anthony Trueman’s failed marriage, Kat is quick to draw her own conclusions — and they’re not good.

According to Walford insiders, Kat becomes suspicious of Anthony’s true character, especially with Zoe still vulnerable following her terrifying stalker ordeal. Fearing history might repeat itself, Kat issues a chilling first warning to Anthony: stay away from my daughter.

“With everything Zoe’s been through, Kat doesn’t want her anywhere near someone she can’t trust,” our source reveals.

Anthony’s already under pressure after Patrick contacts his ex-wife Sophie, dredging up painful truths. When Anthony finds out, he lashes out — but Kat’s about to make things worse.

Kat Turns on Zoe — Her Second Threat Stings

Zoe later arrives at The Vic, unaware of the storm brewing. But instead of comfort, she’s met with Kat’s second warning—this time aimed directly at her. Desperate to protect her daughter, Kat urges Zoe to stay away from Anthony, planting a seed of paranoia that might just undo Zoe’s fragile recovery.

And Zoe? She’s already battling enough. Her fractured relationship with Jean is barely hanging on, and now Kat’s emotional pleas have her questioning everyone around her.

But the threats don’t stop there…

Sam’s Shocking Return — and an Accusation

Just when Zoe thinks things can’t get worse, Sam Mitchell returns to Walford. And the moment the two come face to face, decades-old tensions explode. Viewers will recall Zoe never faced charges in Den Watts’ murder, while Sam did time for her.

No wonder Zoe’s first move is to accuse Sam of being her stalker.

Sam denies everything, but things quickly escalate into a public row — and Kat once again jumps in to defend her daughter, reigniting old rivalries that haven’t cooled with time.

Sam’s Secret Battle

While Sam fends off accusations, she’s also hiding a far more personal fear. During her return, she finds a lump and quietly begins to suspect something serious. This kicks off an emotional new storyline as Sam is diagnosed with breast cancer, adding even more emotional depth to her reentry into Walford.