Aid groups sound alarm on 'atrocities' after RSF captures Sudan's el-Fasher Sudan’s RSF are facing numerous accusations of rights violations and abuses against civilians following their takeover of el-Fasher city in the Darfur region. Sudan
Turkey seeks to bolster Eastern Med foothold in new Libya energy talks The talks between the Turkish ambassador in Libya and the Tripoli government’s energy minister come as Turkey seeks to reduce dependence on energy imports and bolster its energy security. Turkey
White House withdraws Rayburn’s nomination for top Mideast policy role Decision raises questions about future role of the State Department’s Near Eastern Affairs Bureau as the Trump administration relies on special envoys to cut through bureaucracy with big promises for a region still reeling from interlinked wars. Syria
Bus attack in Syria’s Suwayda kills 2 as violence flares: What to know Druze spiritual leader Sheikh Hikmat al-Hiji is calling for independence for southern Syria’s Suwayda province as violence continues in the area despite a July ceasefire. Syria
Netanyahu says Israel will respond after Hamas hands over remains not belonging to missing hostages Reuters
Analysis Despite uptick in Israeli strikes in Lebanon, both sides reluctant for war Even as Israel's strikes on Hezbollah fuel speculation about a return to war, Israeli officials say the ceasefire in Lebanon will hold. By Ben Caspit In Tel Aviv, reporting on national security, Israeli politics, defense
Afghanistan-Pakistan peace talks in Istanbul end without resolution, Afghan media, Pakistan security source say Reuters
