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Iran sets conditions for reopening Strait of Hormuz

Syria, Saudi Arabia to establish joint bank; Lebanon, UAE ink deals, deepen economic ties; and more.

A vessel near the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Musandam, Oman, August 24, 2026. REUTERS/Stringer — Stringer

Welcome back to the Daily Briefing.

This is Ezgi Akin, filling in for Gabrielle. 

In today’s edition:

  • Iran sets conditions for reopening Strait of Hormuz
  • Syria, Saudi Arabia to establish joint bank
  • Lebanon, UAE ink deals, deepen economic ties 
  • Netanyahu trails Eisenkot in new poll 

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