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Trump rules out Iran strikes before midterms

Despite the fact that more oil is making its way through the Strait of Hormuz, gas prices remain high — up 46% from prewar levels — in the United States.

US President Donald Trump

Welcome back to the Daily Briefing.

In today’s edition:

  • Trump says US won’t bomb Iran before November midterms
  • Three killed in Houthi attack on Riyadh airport
  • Russian, Iranian presidents meet
  • What China stands to lose in the Ethiopia, Egypt row
  • Could Syria’s dependence on Riyadh push it to send troops to Yemen?

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