Who is Nasrina Bargzie, Kamala Harris’ liaison to Arab and Muslim voters? Bargzie previously advised Vice President Harris on the Gaza war. Her appointment follows cautious optimism within the Arab American community over Harris' policies in contrast to President Joe Biden on Israel. By Adam Lucente In New York City, reporting on regional news, militancy, climate change
Palestinian President Abbas meets Erdogan ahead of speech to Turkey's parliament Abbas’ visit to Turkey comes at a critical time as it remains unclear how relations between the Palestinian Authority and its rival, Hamas, will evolve under Yahya Sinwar's leadership. Turkey
Analysis Iran’s delayed retaliation against Israel tests Pentagon’s global strategy Uncertainty about an Iranian attack could put Pentagon planners in a bind, as they seek to keep high-maintenance US aircraft carriers and fighter squadrons on nimble rotation schedules and out of lengthy Middle East engagements. By Jared Szuba In Washington, DC, reporting on defense, national security, military
Turkey’s defense chief: Syria wants timetable for troop withdrawal to resume talks The defense minister said that Turkey "perceives" such a condition as an unwillingness to return to peace. Turkey
Somaliland rejects Turkey-led proposal for Ethiopia-Somalia talks The breakaway region reaffirmed its commitment to a controversial deal it signed with Ethiopia in the face of Turkey’s alternative proposal. Turkey
Air France to resume Beirut flights as Lufthansa, Ryanair extend suspensions The escalating conflict between Israel and Iran has international airlines suspending flights to cities across the Middle East. Lebanon
Qatar to host Gaza cease-fire talks amid Iran-Israel tension: What we know Hamas says it will not attend the talks, which will take place in Doha. Qatar
Israel’s Elbit Systems sees Q2 revenues rise by 12% amid Gaza war sales Around 27% of the company sales came from Israel compared to 17% last year, as military equipment demand increases for the war efforts in Gaza. Israel
Ben-Gvir’s Temple Mount visit angers both Muslims, ultra-Orthodox Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir's visit to the Temple Mount on the fasting day of Tisha B’Av drew condemnation not only from the Muslim world but also the ultra-Orthodox community. Israel
US-sponsored Sudan peace talks open in Geneva without Burhan, army Washington has insisted that the talks aimed at ending the war in Sudan begin despite the army's refusal to participate. Sudan
