Gaza: Israel strikes kill 5 amid standoff in ceasefire talks
Five people were killed in separate attacks in northern Gaza in what was the latest in a string of ceasefire violations by Israel.
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Sudan paramilitary shelling kills six in key city: medic
Shelling by Sudan's paramilitary Rapid Support Forces has killed at least six in key city of El-Obeid, with the RSF tightening its grip on the south.
Ukraine's Zelensky says Turkey is partner in security
Ukraine's president Volodymyr Zelensky has said that Ukraine sees Turkey has a partner in security guarantees amid the war against Russia.
UAE fund ploughs $2bn into Binance crypto exchange
UAE fund ploughs $2 billion into Binance cryptocurrency exchange Binance, making it one of the biggest investments into a crypto company yet.
Hamas says ready to free Israeli-US hostage, four bodies
Hamas has said it is ready to free an Israeli-American hostage and the remains of four others, as the US continues to pressure the movement.
Syria, Libya, Sudan, Iran included in draft Trump travel ban
The Trump administration is considering sweeping travel restrictions for dozens of countries, including outright bans for some.
UNSC urges Syria to protect people regardless of religion
After the mass killing of civilians, the UN Security Council has urged Syria to protect all people regardless of religion, ethnicity.
New video shows moment Mahmoud Khalil detained by ICE
Harrowing footage has emerged of ICE agents detaining and effectively kidnapping pro-Palestine activist and US green card holder Mahmoud Khalil.
Report: Israel, Hamas submit cease-fire responses to mediators; Israel demands release of 11 hostages
Israel reportedly demanded the release of U.S.-Israeli hostage Edan Alexander as well as the bodies of 16 hostages, offering to release over a thousand Gazan detainees in exchange – as well as 120 prisoners serving life sentences
UN migrant agency firing about 20% of HQ staff amid US aid cuts
The UN migration agency is laying off around 20% of HQ staff having been greatly affected by US President Donald Trump's cuts to USAID.
Harvard Law School 'moves closer' to divesting from Israel
The university's Law School voted favourably to demand that Harvard divests from Israel in protest against Israel's war in Gaza.
Iran nuclear crisis: China and Russia advocate talks, but are they seeking solutions?
Russia and China issued a joint statement with Iran calling for the removal of unilateral sanctions and advocating diplomacy to resolve Tehran's nuclear standoff with Washington.
Syria's new constitution gives sweeping powers, ignores minority rights
Syria's new temporary constitution concentrates power in interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa's hands and fails to include enough protections for minorities, experts warn. The declaration, signed into law on Thursday, establishes a five-year transitional period and follows the
A U.S.-Iran axis is emerging within the Gulf states, bypassing Israel
Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates maintain good relations both with Iran and the U.S. and have an interest in preventing war. Becoming a 'protective ring' for Teheran could lead them to negotiate over the nuclear program
Iran turns to tech to crush dissent: UN probe
Iran is increasingly using digital and surveillance technology and "state-sponsored vigilantism" to crush dissent after the "Women, Life, Freedom" protests in 2022, a UN investigation said Friday. Tehran is making "concerted state efforts to stifle dissent, perpetuating a
Egypt facing 'unprecedented' challenges amid concerns over Gaza
Sisi and his government are under mounting pressure over Trump's controversial plan, which seeks to displace the Palestinians from Gaza
Iran uses surveillance and informants to crash dissent, UN warns
A UN report into Iran's treatment of women found that the Islamic republic was resorting to extreme measures to shut dissent
Syria's Kurds reject 'authoritarian' temporary constitution
The Kurdish-led SDF say the constitution places too much power in the hands of President Al-Sharaa and does not represent the interests of all Syrians.
Mixed feelings in Armenia, Azerbaijan over possible peace treaty
Armenia and Azerbaijan agreed to the terms of a historic peace treaty that could end a decades-long deadly conflict
Syria FM's Iraq visit focuses on security
Syria's interim foreign minister said in Baghdad on Friday his government was ready to "reinforce cooperation" with Iraq in the fight against remnants of the Islamic State group. Asaad al-Shaibani's visit to Syria's neighbour coincided with Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia
Israel PM, security agency fight it out in public
Israel's premier and the head of internal security are engaged in a very public spat over reforms to the agency, accused of failing to prevent the October 7, 2023 attack. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has accused Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar of resorting to "blackmail" and
Israel bars Palestinians from Al-Aqsa for Ramadan Friday prayers
Israeli forces prohibited Palestinians from Jenin and Tulkarem from accessing the holy mosque, and turned would-be worshippers away despite valid documents.
Free Syria scares Israel, that's why it sows hatred and occupies
Israel has a vested interest in keeping Syria weak and fragmented, especially now that the people can openly show support for Palestine, says Joseph Daher.
Syria pilot who spent 43 years in jail given 'Benevolence Award'
The Turkish Religious Authority has given an award to Ahmed Ragheed Al-Tatari, a pilot who spent 43 years in prison for refusing to bomb the Syrian city of Hama
After Lebanon truce, Israel killed dozens. One was Khadija, 17
In-depth: Shot while holding her cousin, Khadija Atwi, 17, was left to die in Houla as Israeli forces blocked aid. Her family mourns and demands justice.
What Mahmoud Khalil’s ICE arrest means for green card holders, free speech
Mahmoud Khalil’s case sets the stage for a major legal battle in the US, which could have repercussions for the rights of green card holders, free speech and political activism.
Morocco-Israel offshore deal unsettles Spain's Canary Islands
The region is rich in untapped resources, including hydrocarbons and rare minerals found in the Tropic Seamount, making any maritime delineation crucial.
Islamic State leader in Iraq and Syria Abu Khadija killed
An airstrike in Anbar province, western Iraq, reportedly targeted the IS leader Abdallah Maki Mosleh al-Rifai also known as 'Abu Khadija'.
Mia Khalifa attacks Columbia University 'over Mahmoud Khalil'
Mahmoud Khalil, who holds legal permanent resident status was arrested Saturday and ordered deported by the Trump administration
UAE, Egypt, Saudi Arabia finance startups lead Forbes Middle East Fintech50
Some 119 fintech startups across the Middle East and North Africa raised $700 million in 2024, accounting for 30% of the total MENA startup funding for last year.
Saudi crown prince expresses support for Ukraine ceasefire talks
Saudi Crown Prince reaffirmed the kingdom's commitment to supporting all initiatives aimed at resolving the Ukraine war in a phone call with Vladimir Putin
Syria's interim foreign minister Asaad al-Shaibani visits Iraq
Tensions have grown since the overthrow of Assad, as Iraq, a key ally of Iran, navigates its ties with the new Syrian leadership.
Israel seeks to obtain Musk's Tesla e-cars for government fleet
An Israeli government source informed the news site about the request made to Tesla, whose owner, Elon Musk, has made widely controversial statements recently.
In boost to Sharaa, Qatar to supply electricity to Syria via Jordan: What we know
Qatar will begin supplying natural gas to Syria via Jordan to generate 400 megawatts of electricity daily via Jordan. Sources indicated to Reuters that Jordan secured US approval.
Trump demands major changes at Columbia to restore $400m funds
The Trump administration's demands include redefining Columbia University's anti-semitism definition, deploying law enforcement on campus, and banning masks.
Eyes of Gaza shows what Western media attempts to cover up
The New Arab speaks with Mahmoud Atassi whose 50-minute-long documentary follows three journalists at their professional missions in northern Gaza
MENA Sports Wrap: Drama in Egypt as Cairo derby is cancelled
The latest edition of the Cairo derby between rivals Zamalek and Al-Ahly was cancelled as a request for a foreign referee was not granted.
Egypt: At least 8 people killed after train slams into minibus
The train collided with a minibus in Egypt’s Ismailia province, killing at least eight people and injuring 12.
US, Israel looking to resettle Gaza's Palestinians in Somalia, Somaliland, Sudan: Report
Israeli and American officials have been in contact with Sudan, Somalia and Somaliland for the possible resettling of Gazans there, the Associated Press reported.
Between Arab plan and Trump's Gaza 'Riviera', what about Hamas?
Analysis: As Egypt’s Gaza reconstruction gains Arab-global backing while facing US-Israel opposition, Hamas’s role and weapons remain the biggest sticking point
Funding cuts force WFP to stop aid to one million in Myanmar
The United Nations food agency says that millions of people in the war-torn nation of Myanmar will be cut off from food assistance
IMF welcomes new Lebanon govt request for help on ailing economy
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has expressed support for Lebanon’s new Prime Minister Nawaf Salam as it seeks assistance to address economic challenges.
Turkey detains 5 in alleged Iran spy ring as Syria tensions brew: What we know
The spy bust comes amid diplomatic strains between Turkey and Iran that surfaced after a rare rebuke of Tehran by Turkey's top diplomat.
Columbia's student Mahmoud Khalil felt he was being 'kidnapped'
Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil has filed a lawsuit accusing US authorities of "kidnapping" him after his sudden deportation from New York to Louisiana.
Hamas rejects Witkoff's new proposal for Gaza truce extension
Hamas has refused to extend the ceasefire deal's initial phase. Israel has in return blocked aid from entering the war-torn Gaza Strip.
Druze leader says no agreement with 'radical' Syria government
There have been ongoing tensions between sections of the Druze community and the new Syrian government
Keir Starmer, slashing UK aid is unconscionable and shortsighted
By cutting UK aid, Keir Starmer isn't just catering to Donald Trump, he's threatening lives and making the world a more dangerous place, says Yasmine Ahmed.
Hamas agrees to release American Edan Alexander
The group said it would also hand over the remains of four other dual nationals.