Hamas says Israel must withdraw first after Trump announces Gaza deal

EU races to contain crisis; Turkey, Pakistan, 12 others support Saudi Arabia's Red Sea alliance; and more.

Ezgi Akin
Ezgi Akin
Jul 31, 2026
FILE PHOTO: U.S. President Donald Trump points his finger towards Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during a press conference after meeting at Trump?s Mar-a-Lago club in Palm Beach, Florida, U.S., December 29, 2025. REUTERS/Jonathan Ernst/File Photo

Welcome back to the Daily Briefing.

This is Ezgi Akin, filling in for Gabrielle. 

In today’s edition:

  • Trump announces Gaza deal, Hamas says Israel must withdraw first
  • EU races to contain crisis after migrant surge sends 60K into Spanish territory
  • Turkey, Pakistan, 12 others support Saudi Arabia's Red Sea alliance
  • Houthis deny responsibility for drone attack on Egypt's Damietta Port

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