French company revives Syria agreement to rebuild bridges: What we know The agreement covers 37 bridges in Syria, where infrastructure was severely damaged during the civil war, but may now be rebuilt following the lifting of Western sanctions. Syria
Israel strikes Lebanon as pressure mounts in Beirut to disarm Hezbollah The US demands that the Lebanese cabinet approve a plan on the disarmament of Hezbollah as Israeli attacks in south Lebanon continue despite a ceasefire. Lebanon
Israel weighs Gaza ceasefire, Abraham Accords expansion as Dermer heads to Washington Israel's Strategic Affairs Minister Ron Dermer's trip comes amid a US push for a broader regional deal linking Gaza, Iran and normalization with Arab states. Israel
US ambassador to Turkey says F-35 issue to be resolved 'by year-end' The new US ambassador to Ankara says that Congress is open to taking a fresh look at the F-35 issue. Turkey
Huawei explores Egypt partnership as electricity minister visits China Egypt's electricity and renewable energy minister met with a range of high-level officials and business leaders while on a visit to the Asian country over the past week. Egypt
Wildfires spread across Turkey’s tourism hub Izmir amid regionwide heat wave Wildfires rage in Turkey’s tourist heartland, forcing airport closures and evacuations amid fierce winds. Turkey