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Media Action for Gaza: Protect Journalists. Let Reporters In.

https://www.newarab.com/news/media-action-gaza-protect-journalists-let-reporters

Published: August 31, 2025 22:16

For 23 months, Israel has refused to grant journalists outside of Gaza access to the Palestinian territory. At least 210 journalists have been killed by the IDF

Seven more Palestinians starved to death by Israel in Gaza

https://www.newarab.com/news/seven-more-palestinians-starved-death-israel-gaza

Published: August 31, 2025 17:40

Gaza's health ministry said at least 61 people have died of starvation in Gaza since the IPC's announcement on famine in Gaza earlier this month.

Muslim activist urges US workers to come together on Labor Day

https://www.newarab.com/news/muslim-activist-urges-us-workers-come-together-labor-day

Published: August 31, 2025 16:48

The “Workers Over Billionaires” Labour Day events on Monday are expected to number over 500 across the country.

Israel mulls West Bank annexation over Palestine recognition

https://www.newarab.com/news/israel-mulls-west-bank-annexation-over-palestine-recognition

Published: August 31, 2025 16:39

Extension of Israeli sovereignty to the West Bank was on the agenda for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's security cabinet meeting late on Sunday.

British embassy in Cairo closes after Egypt removes barriers

https://www.newarab.com/news/british-embassy-cairo-closes-after-egypt-removes-barriers

Published: August 31, 2025 16:11

The British embassy in Cairo shuts after barrier removal, amid Egyptian anger at UK treatment of protests against its own embassy in London.

Hamas military spokesman Abu Obeida killed in Gaza, Katz says

https://www.newarab.com/news/hamas-military-spokesman-abu-obeida-killed-gaza-katz-says

Published: August 31, 2025 16:02

Israel Katz's remarks follow an earlier statement from PM Benjamin Netanyahu in which he said that it was unclear whether Abu Obeida had been killed.

Trump's post-war Gaza plan sees relocation of population: Report

https://www.newarab.com/news/trumps-post-war-gaza-plan-sees-relocation-population-report

Published: August 31, 2025 15:42

A 38-page prospectus sets out how Gaza's 2 million population would leave either through "voluntary" departures to another country or into restricted areas.

Hamas confirms death of Gaza chief Mohammed Sinwar

https://www.newarab.com/news/hamas-confirms-death-gaza-chief-mohammed-sinwar

Published: August 31, 2025 15:18

Mohammed Sinwar reportedly led the Al-Qassam Brigades' military council after the death of commander Mohammed Deif.

Ukraine vows to retaliate after Russian attacks on power sector

https://www.newarab.com/news/ukraine-vows-retaliate-after-russian-attacks-power-sector

Published: August 31, 2025 14:49

Ukraine's largest private energy company, DTEK, said Russian drones had attacked four energy facilities in the Odesa region during the night.

Aid flotilla with Greta Thunberg set to sail for Gaza

https://www.newarab.com/news/aid-flotilla-greta-thunberg-set-sail-gaza

Published: August 31, 2025 14:19

The flotilla is expected to arrive at the war-ravaged coastal enclave in mid-September and will be joined by boats from other ports.

Israel expands Hebron settlement as cabinet weighs annexation

https://www.newarab.com/news/israel-expands-hebron-settlement-cabinet-weighs-annexation

Published: August 31, 2025 13:11

Israel establishes new Hebron settlement for first time in decades, as cabinet prepares punitive annexation measures against Palestinians.

Rights groups condemn enforced disappearances in MENA

https://www.newarab.com/news/rights-groups-condemn-enforced-disappearances-mena

Published: August 31, 2025 12:33

Rights groups mark victims’ day with grim report on Arab world, citing Egypt, Syria, Iraq and others where enforced disappearance is rampant.

Chicago mayor defies Trump's immigration crackdown plans

https://www.newarab.com/news/chicago-mayor-defies-trumps-immigration-crackdown-plans

Published: August 31, 2025 11:24

The Chicago Police Department will be barred from helping federal authorities with civil immigration enforcement or any related patrols

RSF's Hemedti sworn in as head of parallel Sudanese government

https://www.newarab.com/news/rsfs-hemedti-sworn-head-parallel-sudanese-government

Published: August 31, 2025 10:38

Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo, head of the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces, was sworn in as the head of a parallel Sudanese government

Israel continues to reject Gaza peace deal, intensifies strikes

https://www.newarab.com/news/israel-continues-reject-gaza-peace-deal-intensifies-strikes

Published: August 31, 2025 09:48

Israel refuses partial Gaza deal, escalates strikes on Gaza City amid warnings of mass destruction and growing pressure from hostage families.

Passenger train derails in Egypt killing at least 3, injures 94

https://www.newarab.com/news/passenger-train-derails-egypt-killing-least-3-injures-94

Published: August 31, 2025 09:46

The train derailed as it travelled to Cairo from the western Mediterranean province of Matrouh, on the country's north coast

Israel presses attacks on Gaza City, kills dozens

https://www.newarab.com/news/israel-presses-attacks-gaza-city-kills-dozens

Published: August 31, 2025 09:08

Alongside its continued bombardment of Gaza, Israel conducted strikes on southern Lebanon targeting Hezbollah sites.

Iraqi govt pulls PMF bill due to internal divisions, US pressure

https://www.newarab.com/news/iraqi-govt-pulls-pmf-bill-due-internal-divisions-us-pressure

Published: August 30, 2025 16:46

The draft law has been refused by Iran-aligned Shia parties, while Baghdad has come under heavy pressure from Washington over the bill.

Thousands protest Israel's war on Gaza near Venice Film Festival

https://www.newarab.com/news/thousands-protest-israels-war-gaza-near-venice-film-festival

Published: August 30, 2025 16:34

Israel's war on Gaza was one of the main talking points in the lead-up to the festival due to an open letter denouncing the Israeli government

Ancient tombs unearthed in Iraq due to drought

https://www.newarab.com/news/ancient-tombs-unearthed-iraq-due-drought

Published: August 30, 2025 16:10

In recent years, archaeologists have uncovered ruins dating back thousands of years in the same area, as a result of droughts that have plagued Iraq

Jewish Policy Centre group 'threatens' Gaza Christians

https://www.newarab.com/news/jewish-policy-centre-group-threatens-gaza-christians

Published: August 30, 2025 15:53

A group called the Jewish Policy Centre appeared to threaten Christians in Gaza who refuse to leave the devastated enclave, causing widespread outrage

Anger over US decision to revoke Palestinian officials’ visas

https://www.newarab.com/news/anger-over-us-decision-revoke-palestinian-officials-visas

Published: August 30, 2025 15:35

The move comes after several countries, including France, the UK, and New Zealand, expressed their intention to recognise a Palestinian state at the UNGA.

Yemen's Houthis say PM killed in Israeli strike

https://www.newarab.com/news/yemens-houthis-say-pm-killed-israeli-strike

Published: August 30, 2025 15:09

Ahmed Ghaleb Nasser Al-Rahawi, who was appointed last year, is the most senior official known to have been killed in a series of Israeli strikes

Three arrested after appeals court ruling on UK migrant hotel

https://www.newarab.com/news/three-arrested-after-appeals-court-ruling-uk-migrant-hotel

Published: August 30, 2025 13:49

The protests in Epping have spread to other parts of Britain, largely outside of hotels housing asylum seekers.

Lebanon to discuss army's Hezbollah disarmament plan on 5 Sept.

https://www.newarab.com/news/lebanon-discuss-armys-hezbollah-disarmament-plan-5-sept

Published: August 30, 2025 13:14

The anticipated cabinet session to discuss disarming all militant groups was moved to 5 September amid a pushback from Hezbollah.

Red Cross head says mass evacuation of Gaza City 'impossible'

https://www.newarab.com/news/red-cross-head-says-mass-evacuation-gaza-city-impossible

Published: August 30, 2025 12:13

Her comments came after Israel's military on Friday declared Gaza City "a dangerous combat zone", launching its assault on the city.

Microsoft fires staff for protesting company’s ties to Israel

https://www.newarab.com/news/microsoft-fires-staff-protesting-companys-ties-israel

Published: August 30, 2025 11:32

The protests come after an investigation revealed that Israel was depending on Microsoft cloud for the surveillance of Palestinians.

Russia strikes across Ukraine as peace prospects flounder

https://www.newarab.com/news/russia-strikes-across-ukraine-peace-prospects-flounder

Published: August 30, 2025 11:17

Ukraine's air force said the Russian army had launched 582 drones and missiles overnight, most of which it had downed.

Recognising Problems in Israel

https://www.newarab.com/podcast/recognising-problems-israel

Published: August 30, 2025 10:19

This week, we look at the decisions to recognise the State of Palestine, the protests against the Israeli government, and trouble at the Foreign Ministry.

Iran says eight arrested for suspected links to Israel's Mossad

https://www.newarab.com/news/iran-says-eight-arrested-suspected-links-israels-mossad

Published: August 30, 2025 10:11

A Guards statement alleged that the suspects had received specialised training from Mossad via online platforms.

US Senators visit Egypt's Rafah crossing with starving Gaza

https://www.newarab.com/news/us-senators-visit-egypts-rafah-crossing-starving-gaza

Published: August 30, 2025 10:05

A US Senate delegation arrived in Egypt and is expected to visit the Rafah border crossing with the besieged Gaza Strip on Saturday.

Israeli police shut down Gaza fundraiser following complaint

https://www.newarab.com/news/israeli-police-shut-down-gaza-fundraiser-following-complaint

Published: August 30, 2025 09:40

Israeli police cancelled the event, claiming funds could be sent to Hamas, despite the organisation clearly stating it would be used for vital emergency aid.

Egypt signs $340 mln oil, gas exploration deals with four firms

https://www.newarab.com/news/egypt-signs-340-mln-oil-gas-exploration-deals-four-firms

Published: August 30, 2025 09:27

The deals provide for the drilling of 10 wells as part of the Petroleum Ministry's efforts to boost exploration and production

Israel kills dozens, continues Gaza City assault

https://www.newarab.com/news/israel-kills-dozens-continues-gaza-city-assault

Published: August 30, 2025 08:27

Israel has ramped up its attacks on Gaza City in recent days, despite sharp warnings from the UN and leaders across the world.

Fatah surrenders more weapons in south of Beirut camp

https://www.newarab.com/news/fatah-surrenders-more-weapons-south-beirut-camp

Published: August 30, 2025 07:55

Friday's handover of weapons in the Burj al-Barajneh camp comes a week after Fatah handed its first batch of arms to the Lebanese army in the same camp.

Lebanese army to launch 'sensitive missions' in Hezbollah plan

https://www.newarab.com/news/lebanese-army-launch-sensitive-missions-hezbollah-plan

Published: August 30, 2025 04:31

The Lebanese army is preparing to carry out a series of ‘sensitive missions’ as part of a U.S.-backed plan aimed at disarming Hezbollah.

US appeals court finds Trump's global tariffs illegal

https://www.newarab.com/news/us-appeals-court-finds-trumps-global-tariffs-illegal

Published: August 30, 2025 04:17

President Donald Trump vowed Friday to go to the Supreme Court over an appeals court ruling that most of the tariffs he has imposed on US imports were illegal.

Trump withdraws Kamala Harris's Secret Service protection

https://www.newarab.com/news/trump-withdraws-kamala-harriss-secret-service-protection

Published: August 30, 2025 03:55

President Donald Trump has revoked Secret Service protection for former Vice President Kamala Harris, according to a senior White House official on Friday.

White House claims 'foreign influence' behind criticism of US envoy

https://www.newarab.com/news/white-house-claims-foreign-influence-behind-criticism-us-envoy

Published: August 30, 2025 03:45

The White House accused Politico of running a “foreign influence operation” after the outlet criticised Trump envoy Steve Witkoff’s Ukraine negotiations.

Trump moves to cut more foreign aid, risking shutdown

https://www.newarab.com/news/trump-moves-cut-more-foreign-aid-risking-shutdown

Published: August 30, 2025 03:36

US President Donald Trump has moved to unilaterally cancel $4.9 billion in foreign aid authorized by Congress.

In whirlwind tour, Qatari royal commits $70bn to southern Africa

https://www.newarab.com/news/whirlwind-tour-qatari-royal-commits-70bn-southern-africa

Published: August 30, 2025 03:23

Qatar’s Al Mansour Holding plans massive $70 billion investment in southern Africa during 10-day tour.

Abbas, 80 PA officials have US visas revoked: State Department

https://www.newarab.com/news/abbas-80-pa-officials-have-us-visas-revoked-state-department

Published: August 30, 2025 03:10

The United States said Friday it will deny visas to members of the Palestinian Authority to attend next month's UN General Assembly.

Europeans tell Iran offer on table to avoid sanctions

https://www.newarab.com/news/europeans-tell-iran-offer-table-avoid-sanctions

Published: August 30, 2025 02:51

Britain, France and Germany urged Iran at the United Nations on Friday to meet three requirements so their threat of reimposing UN sanctions can be delayed.

EU ministers to face Gaza divisions in Copenhagen

https://www.newarab.com/news/eu-ministers-face-gaza-divisions-copenhagen

Published: August 30, 2025 01:59

EU foreign ministers will meet Saturday in Copenhagen to tackle deep divisions over the Gaza war, after the bloc’s humanitarian chief urged stronger action.

Human rights lawyers call for Netanyahu's arrest in Argentina

https://www.newarab.com/news/human-rights-lawyers-call-netanyahus-arrest-argentina

Published: August 29, 2025 23:17

Human rights lawyers announced that they have submitted a criminal complaint in Argentina’s federal courts, requesting the arrest of Israeli PM Netanyahu

Divorced Dubai princess announces engagement to French Montana

https://www.newarab.com/news/divorced-dubai-princess-announces-engagement-french-montana

Published: August 29, 2025 16:59

The princess was previously married to Sheikh Mana bin Mohammed bin Rashid al Maktoum but divorced him after accusing him of infidelity

West Bank: Israeli forces storm 17 Palestinian schools in Hebron

https://www.newarab.com/news/west-bank-israeli-forces-storm-17-palestinian-schools-hebron

Published: August 29, 2025 16:52

In an unprecedented attack, Israeli forces stormed 17 Palestinian schools in the southern West Bank city of Hebron on Thursday

Putin to meet Iran's Pezeshkian after Europe triggers sanctions

https://www.newarab.com/news/putin-meet-irans-pezeshkian-after-europe-triggers-sanctions

Published: August 29, 2025 16:45

Moscow on Friday backed its key ally, warning that the reimposition of sanctions risked "irreparable consequences".

Israeli strikes on Yemen may have killed Houthi prime minister

https://www.newarab.com/news/israeli-strikes-yemen-may-have-killed-houthi-prime-minister

Published: August 29, 2025 16:29

Media reports have claimed that Israeli airstrikes on Sanaa killed the prime minster of the self-proclaimed Houthi government

Turkey bars Israeli ships, flights from its territory

https://www.newarab.com/news/turkey-bars-israeli-ships-flights-its-territory

Published: August 29, 2025 16:19

Turkey has been one of the harshest critics of Israel over its ongoing war on Gaza, accusing it of committing "genocide" in the coastal Palestinian enclave

Syria forms transitional justice body amid criticism of inaction

https://www.newarab.com/news/syria-forms-transitional-justice-body-amid-criticism-inaction

Published: August 29, 2025 15:34

Organisations have been calling for accountability and investigations into atrocities carried out by Syria's Assad regime

Medical supplies for GBS run out as cases rise in Gaza, WHO says

https://www.newarab.com/news/medical-supplies-gbs-run-out-cases-rise-gaza-who-says

Published: August 29, 2025 15:28

There have been 94 documented cases of Guillain-Barré syndrome in Gaza since June, resulting in 10 deaths.

52 students from Gaza to arrive in Ireland for university study

https://www.newarab.com/news/52-students-gaza-arrive-ireland-university-study

Published: August 29, 2025 14:38

According to the statement the first group of 26 people will arrive on Thursday, with the remaining students arriving between Friday and Sunday.

MENA Sports Wrap: Morocco knock out CHAN champions Senegal

https://www.newarab.com/news/mena-sports-wrap-morocco-knock-out-chan-champions-senegal

Published: August 29, 2025 14:28

Morocco beat defending champions Senegal 5-3 on penalties to reach the African Nations Championship semi-finals.

Iran has executed at least 841 people this year: UN

https://www.newarab.com/news/iran-has-executed-least-841-people-year-un

Published: August 29, 2025 14:13

In July alone, the UN said Iran had executed at least 110 individuals - double the number of people executed in July 2024

Fury as Riad Salameh, banker who bankrupted Lebanon, is bailed

https://www.newarab.com/news/fury-riad-salameh-banker-who-bankrupted-lebanon-bailed

Published: August 29, 2025 13:33

"They destroy our lives, steal our futures, then walk away laughing. But we won't let them forget. We won't let them hide."

Dear Tom Barrack: Better an animal than a war criminal

https://www.newarab.com/opinion/dear-tom-barrack-better-animal-war-criminal

Published: August 29, 2025 12:41

When US envoy Tom Barrack lashed out at Beirut journalists, he echoed the racist Western arrogance Arabs in the media have long faced, writes Yazan al-Saadi.

Lebanon condemns 'killing' of soldiers in Israeli drone blast

https://www.newarab.com/news/lebanon-condemns-killing-soldiers-israeli-drone-blast

Published: August 29, 2025 12:36

The two Lebanese soldiers were inspecting an Israeli drone which crashed close to the border, before it exploded and killed them

Who is Sifi Ghrieb, Algeria's new interim prime minister?

https://www.newarab.com/news/who-sifi-ghrieb-algerias-new-interim-prime-minister

Published: August 29, 2025 12:13

Algeria's PM dismissal comes amid speculation that he was being held responsible for a deadly bus crash in Algiers earlier this month.

Israel kills scores across Gaza as Smotrich calls for annexation

https://www.newarab.com/news/israel-kills-scores-across-gaza-smotrich-calls-annexation

Published: August 29, 2025 12:10

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said that Israel's plans to occupy Gaza mark "a new and dangerous phase" of the horrific war

Dear Francesca: Jowan Safadi’s song for UN's Special Rapporteur

https://www.newarab.com/features/dear-francesca-jowan-safadis-song-uns-special-rapporteur

Published: August 29, 2025 11:30

'Dear Francesca' by Jowan Safadi shows support for the UN’s Francesca Albanese, under US sanctions for her investigation into Palestinian human rights abuses

European defence leaders pledge pressure to end Ukraine war

https://www.newarab.com/news/european-defence-leaders-pledge-pressure-end-ukraine-war

Published: August 29, 2025 11:23

They will also discuss European troops' deployment in Ukraine to guarantee security and monitor a peace deal.

Syria arrests former regime air force general in Latakia

https://www.newarab.com/news/syria-arrests-former-regime-air-force-general-latakia

Published: August 29, 2025 11:16

Since the overthrow of Assad, the new Syrian government has arrested dozens of former regime officials accused of committing crimes

Journalists in London protest colleagues’ killings in Gaza

https://www.newarab.com/news/journalists-london-protest-colleagues-killings-gaza

Published: August 29, 2025 10:38

UK journalists have commemorated colleagues slain by Israel in Gaza, calling on the UK government to do more to stop the killings

Pakistan evacuates a million after worst floods in decades

https://www.newarab.com/news/pakistan-evacuates-million-after-worst-floods-decades

Published: August 29, 2025 10:32

At least 60 people have died this month in hard-hit Indian Kashmir, while Pakistan's death toll since late June stands at 819.

Libya grapples with security after UN mission rocket attack

https://www.newarab.com/news/libya-grapples-security-after-un-mission-rocket-attack

Published: August 29, 2025 10:27

Libya has witnessed multiple attacks on UN and diplomatic missions since the 2011 fall of Muammar Gaddafi, with armed factions challenging the state.

Gaza City's Palestinian families can't flee Israeli attack

https://www.newarab.com/news/gaza-citys-palestinian-families-cant-flee-israeli-attack

Published: August 29, 2025 10:21

Gaza-based political researcher Tayseer Abdullah told TNA that the Israeli army's maps were "nothing more than propaganda designed to mask destruction."

UK govt says Israeli officials not invited to London arms fair

https://www.newarab.com/news/uk-govt-says-israeli-officials-not-invited-london-arms-fair

Published: August 29, 2025 09:46

The move comes after France in June blocked access to the stands of several Israeli arms manufacturers at the Paris Air show for displaying "offensive weapons".

Israel kills dozens in Gaza, including in designated safe zone

https://www.newarab.com/news/israel-kills-dozens-gaza-including-designated-safe-zone

Published: August 29, 2025 08:47

Israel's continued bombardment of the enclave comes as far-right Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich threatens to annex parts of the enclave.

Palestinian statehood is not the answer

https://www.newarab.com/opinion/palestinian-statehood-not-answer

Published: August 29, 2025 08:01

The world clings to the hollow two-state solution mirage, ignoring Israel’s genocide in Gaza and denying Palestinians true sovereignty, says Manal A. Jamal.

UN food agency chief: women and children are starving in Gaza

https://www.newarab.com/news/un-food-agency-chief-women-and-children-are-starving-gaza

Published: August 29, 2025 03:26

UN food agency head Cindy McCain said starvation is underway in Gaza, pressing Israel to allow more aid as famine warnings mount.

US refuses to join UN human rights review, drawing criticism

https://www.newarab.com/news/us-refuses-join-un-human-rights-review-drawing-criticism

Published: August 29, 2025 02:58

The US will not submit to a UN human rights review, officials said, a move critics warn undermines global rights efforts and emboldens abusers/

Iran envoy rejects arson claims after expulsion from Australia

https://www.newarab.com/news/iran-envoy-rejects-arson-claims-after-expulsion-australia

Published: August 29, 2025 02:40

Iran’s ambassador Ahmad Sadeghi denied Australia’s claims linking Tehran to antisemitic arson attacks as he departed under expulsion orders.

Sweden, Netherlands urge EU sanctions on Israel and Hamas

https://www.newarab.com/news/sweden-netherlands-urge-eu-sanctions-israel-and-hamas

Published: August 29, 2025 02:07

Sweden and the Netherlands called for EU sanctions on Israel and Hamas, including suspending the EU-Israel trade deal, amid the Gaza war.

UN votes to wind down Lebanon peacekeeping mission by 2026

https://www.newarab.com/news/un-votes-wind-down-lebanon-peacekeeping-mission-2026

Published: August 29, 2025 00:39

The UN Security Council extended UNIFIL’s mandate to end-2026, setting a timetable for withdrawal after US pressure to end funding.

More than 800 Iraqis repatriated from notorious Syria IS camp

https://www.newarab.com/news/more-800-iraqis-repatriated-notorious-syria-camp

Published: August 28, 2025 22:45

More than 800 Iraqis left Al-Hol camp in northeast Syria, AFP reported, as Baghdad accelerates repatriations amid dire conditions.

Smotrich urges Gaza annexation if Hamas refuses to 'surrender'

https://www.newarab.com/news/smotrich-urges-gaza-annexation-if-hamas-refuses-surrender

Published: August 28, 2025 22:01

Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich proposed annexing Gaza if Hamas does not surrender, sparking condemnation from the group.

Israel says in talks 'right now' on south Syria demilitarisation

https://www.newarab.com/news/israel-says-talks-right-now-south-syria-demilitarisation

Published: August 28, 2025 19:23

Netanyahu confirmed talks with Syria on demilitarising the south, as France said Israeli and Syrian delegations met in Paris under US mediation.

Europeans launch UN sanctions process on Iran, letter says

https://www.newarab.com/news/europeans-launch-un-sanctions-process-iran-letter-says

Published: August 28, 2025 18:45

Britain, France and Germany launched a 30-day process to reimpose UN sanctions on Iran, citing violations of the 2015 nuclear accord.

Former female governor on Afghan women's fate under Taliban rule

https://www.newarab.com/features/former-female-governor-afghan-womens-fate-under-taliban-rule

Published: August 28, 2025 16:54

Dr Habiba Sarabi, Afghanistan's first female governor, says the Taliban's return has reversed years of progress for women, leaving many frustrated and hopeless

Algeria president replaces prime minister

https://www.newarab.com/news/algeria-president-replaces-prime-minister

Published: August 28, 2025 16:37

His absence from a recent meeting to discuss a bus accident that had killed 18 people in the North African country has drawn attention and criticism

New Alawite council calls for federalism in west, central Syria

https://www.newarab.com/news/new-alawite-council-calls-federalism-west-central-syria

Published: August 28, 2025 16:33

A new Alawite-led council has called for federalism in Syria, following sectarian violence earlier this year in the coastal region

UN staff pressure rights chief to call Gaza a genocide in letter

https://www.newarab.com/news/un-staff-pressure-rights-chief-call-gaza-genocide-letter

Published: August 28, 2025 16:21

The letter sent on Wednesday said the staff consider that the legal criteria for genocide in the nearly two-year Israeli war on Gaza have been met.

Why Jordan is bringing back military conscription

https://www.newarab.com/analysis/why-jordan-bringing-back-military-conscription

Published: August 28, 2025 16:14

Reinstating compulsory army service is a calculated response to evolving security dynamics, suggesting Jordan is preparing for prolonged regional uncertainty

Brad Pitt, Joaquin Phoenix back new film about Gaza's Hind Rajab

https://www.newarab.com/news/brad-pitt-joaquin-phoenix-back-new-film-about-gazas-hind-rajab

Published: August 28, 2025 16:07

Brad Pitt, Joaquin Phoenix and other Hollywood stars have joined the movie The Voice of Hind Rajab as executive producers

The BBC’s Gaza bias betrays its journalistic duty

https://www.newarab.com/opinion/bbcs-gaza-bias-betrays-its-journalistic-duty

Published: August 28, 2025 15:41

By omitting Israel’s history of crimes & discrediting Palestinian voices, the BBC’s Gaza coverage has failed journalistic integrity, argues Malaka El Gammal.

French sports journalist Gleizes 'isolated' in Algerian prison

https://www.newarab.com/news/french-sports-journalist-gleizes-isolated-algerian-prison

Published: August 28, 2025 15:38

Christophe Gleizes is being detained against the background of escalating political tensions between Paris and Algeria.

UN urged to work for Qaradawi's release as family makes contact

https://www.newarab.com/news/un-urged-work-qaradawis-release-family-makes-contact

Published: August 28, 2025 15:23

Abdulrahman Yusuf Al-Qaradawi was extradited from Lebanon to the UAE in January in what rights groups called a "flagrant" violation of international law

Swiss court rejects Tariq Ramadan's rape conviction appeal

https://www.newarab.com/news/swiss-court-rejects-tariq-ramadans-rape-conviction-appeal

Published: August 28, 2025 15:17

Lawyers for the woman who brought the complaint, identified only as "Brigitte", hailed the supreme court decision.

Iraqi Kurdish PUK security force alleges plot to kill party head

https://www.newarab.com/news/iraqi-kurdish-puk-security-force-alleges-plot-kill-party-head

Published: August 28, 2025 14:42

A member of the People's Front accused the PUK of using judicial and security institutions to suppress political rivals.

A Lebanese army drone killed a drug lord. Was it extrajudicial?

https://www.newarab.com/news/lebanese-army-drone-killed-drug-lord-was-it-extrajudicial

Published: August 28, 2025 14:13

Lebanese laws prohibit carrying out executions outside the judicial system, but legal experts consulted by The New Arab believe the drone killing was lawful

Sudan: 24 killed in RSF shelling of besieged city of El-Fasher

https://www.newarab.com/news/sudan-24-killed-rsf-shelling-besieged-city-el-fasher

Published: August 28, 2025 14:02

24 people were killed on Wednesday when the RSF militia shelled the city of El-Fasher, which it has been besieging for over 15 months

US congressman warns of 'Assad-style' end for Tunisia's Saied

https://www.newarab.com/news/us-congressman-warns-assad-style-end-tunisias-saied

Published: August 28, 2025 13:00

The congressman, who has long voiced his opposition to Saied, threatened in July to push for cuts in funding for Tunisia.

Lebanon 'could ban' Hamas, as more Palestinian camps disarm

https://www.newarab.com/news/lebanon-could-ban-hamas-more-palestinian-camps-disarm

Published: August 28, 2025 12:49

Lebanon could be mulling banning Hamas as it continues to disarm Palestinian refugee camps - a process that Hamas has so far opposed

Are refugees in Belgium losing rights for backing Palestine?

https://www.newarab.com/features/are-refugees-belgium-losing-rights-backing-palestine

Published: August 28, 2025 12:16

In Belgium, showing solidarity with the Palestinian cause has become a serious legal and personal risk for refugees living under strict migration policies

UN Security Council to decide fate of UNIFIL mandate in Lebanon

https://www.newarab.com/news/un-security-council-decide-fate-unifil-mandate-lebanon

Published: August 28, 2025 12:01

The latest draft resolution would schedule UNIFIL to end its mission in southern Lebanon in 16 months.

Azerbaijan's expanding footprint in the Middle East

https://www.newarab.com/analysis/azerbaijans-expanding-footprint-middle-east

Published: August 28, 2025 11:46

Azerbaijan's engagement with the region has long been shaped by its controversial partnership with Israel. Could Syria be a new theatre of influence for Baku?

Israel destroys more than 1,500 homes in Gaza City's Al-Zeitoun

https://www.newarab.com/news/israel-destroys-more-1500-homes-gaza-citys-al-zeitoun

Published: August 28, 2025 11:23

The assault on Gaza City's Al-Zeitoun neighbourhood has been ongoing since early August, forcing out residents amid Israel's plans to occupy the area

Turkey's Erdogan unveils 'Steel Dome' air defense system

https://www.newarab.com/news/turkeys-erdogan-unveils-steel-dome-air-defense-system

Published: August 28, 2025 11:17

Erdogan's government announced in August of last year the start of development of the Steel Dome, integrating sea-based and land-based air defence platforms.

Moroccan feminist, health at risk, denied release over blasphemy

https://www.newarab.com/news/moroccan-feminist-health-risk-denied-release-over-blasphemy

Published: August 28, 2025 10:46

In London, a protest was held at the Moroccan Embassy on the same day, calling for the immediate release of activist Lachgar amid her struggle with cancer.