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US lifts Syria's terror designation

Pakistan and Iran report “significant progress” in talks on ending conflict; Lebanon’s Transport Minister Rasamni visits Damascus; and more.

US President Donald Trump (R) meets with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa (L) for bilateral talks at Bestepe Presidential Compound during the NATO Summit on July 8, 2026, in Ankara, Turkey. — Win McNamee/Getty Images

Welcome back to the Daily Briefing.

This is Ezgi Akin, filling in for Gabrielle. 

In today’s edition:

  • US lifts Syria's terror designation after 47 years
  • Pakistan, Iran report ‘significant progress’ in talks on ending conflict
  • Lebanese Transport Minister Rasamni visits Damascus
  • Europe’s top human rights court orders Turkey to release Osman Kavala

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