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Iran says it doesn’t seek to resume negotiations with Washington

Sharaa says Syria seeks security deal with Israel; Red Sea shipping slows after Houthi attack on Saudi Arabia; and more.

A woman walks near a billboard depicting U.S. President Donald Trump on a building in Tehran, Iran, July 27, 2026. Majid Asgaripour/WANA (West Asia News Agency) via REUTERS

Welcome back to the Daily Briefing.

This is Ezgi Akin, filling in for Gabrielle. 

In today’s edition:

  • Iran says it doesn’t seek to resume negotiations with Washington
  • Sharaa says Syria seeks security deal with Israel
  • Red Sea shipping slows after Houthi attack on Saudi Arabia
  • Sudan FM to visit Turkey 

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