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Palestinian factions reject US Gaza plan ahead of UN vote

https://www.newarab.com/news/palestinian-factions-reject-us-gaza-plan-ahead-un-vote

Published: November 17, 2025 01:47

Palestinian factions urged Algeria to oppose a US draft on deploying international forces in Gaza, calling it a new form of occupation.

Israeli strike kills school principal in south Lebanon

https://www.newarab.com/news/israeli-strike-kills-school-principal-south-lebanon

Published: November 17, 2025 00:36

An Israeli strike on a car in south Lebanon killed a school principal, amid rising cross-border tensions and UNIFIL reporting tank fire on its forces.

Syria detains security members over deadly Suweida violence

https://www.newarab.com/news/syria-detains-security-members-over-deadly-suweida-violence

Published: November 17, 2025 00:01

Syrian investigators say security and military personnel have been detained over July’s sectarian violence in Suweida that killed hundreds.

'Vulgar images' at Iran design show spark controversy

https://www.newarab.com/news/vulgar-images-iran-design-show-spark-controversy

Published: November 16, 2025 22:06

Tehran University cut short its design week role after viral videos of unveiled women at a show sparked backlash and prompted safety concerns.

Netanyahu says opposition to Palestinian state unchanged

https://www.newarab.com/news/netanyahu-says-opposition-palestinian-state-unchanged

Published: November 16, 2025 20:51

Netanyahu says opposition to Palestinian state unchanged, with far-right allies furious over US statement indicating support for one.

Israel wants normalisation deal as part of US-Saudi F-35 sale

https://www.newarab.com/news/israel-wants-normalisation-deal-part-us-saudi-f-35-sale

Published: November 16, 2025 17:54

Israel is lobbying US President Donald Trump to secure a normalisation deal with Saudi Arabia, using the sale of F-35 jets as leverage.

Sudan medics: 32 girls raped in El-Fasher following RSF control

https://www.newarab.com/news/sudan-medics-32-girls-raped-el-fasher-following-rsf-control

Published: November 16, 2025 16:57

Sudan Doctors Network documents 32 rapes of girls from El-Fasher in one week, calling the RSF’s actions war crimes.

Israel ramps up pressure ahead of UNSC vote on Gaza force

https://www.newarab.com/news/israel-ramps-pressure-ahead-unsc-vote-gaza-force

Published: November 16, 2025 16:28

Israel is pressing for last-minute changes to a US plan for a multinational force in Gaza ahead of a UN Security Council vote.

Syria's foreign minister begins first official visit to China

https://www.newarab.com/news/syrias-foreign-minister-begins-first-official-visit-china

Published: November 16, 2025 15:36

China hosts Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shibani for talks focused on rebuilding bilateral ties- following previous visits by top Chinese officials in Damascus.

Israeli forces fire on UN peacekeepers in south Lebanon

https://www.newarab.com/news/israeli-forces-fire-un-peacekeepers-south-lebanon

Published: November 16, 2025 15:24

The peacekeeping force said some of its personnel came under attack by an Israeli tank and machine gun fire on Sunday.

Hamas receives list of nearly 1,500 Gazans held by Israel

https://www.newarab.com/news/hamas-receives-list-nearly-1500-gazans-held-israel

Published: November 16, 2025 15:13

The Palestinian Prisoners’ Media Office said that most of the names on the list have been verified, with 11 still being investigated by authorities.

Iran FM says 'no undeclared nuclear enrichment facility'

https://www.newarab.com/news/iran-fm-says-no-undeclared-nuclear-enrichment-facility

Published: November 16, 2025 15:03

Abbas Araghchi said Sunday that there are no undeclared nuclear enrichment sites in Iran and that all facilities are being monitored by the UN nuclear watchdog.

Turkey proposes to host COP31 with Australia to end standoff

https://www.newarab.com/news/turkey-proposes-host-cop31-australia-end-standoff

Published: November 16, 2025 13:45

Turkey has proposed jointly leading next year's UN climate summit with Australia in a bid to end the standoff over which country should host COP31.

Turkey hotel evacuated after tourists die of suspected poisoning

https://www.newarab.com/news/turkey-hotel-evacuated-after-tourists-die-suspected-poisoning

Published: November 16, 2025 13:45

A mother and two children died at the weekend after falling ill with suspected poisoning, according to local media.

Over 900 Gazans died while awaiting medical evacuation: WHO

https://www.newarab.com/news/over-900-gazans-died-while-awaiting-medical-evacuation-who

Published: November 16, 2025 13:08

WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus has urged for all evacuation routes from Gaza to be opened, stressing that 'health and wellbeing cannot wait'.

Richard Falk held by Canadian agents en route to Gaza tribunal

https://www.newarab.com/news/richard-falk-held-canadian-agents-en-route-gaza-tribunal

Published: November 16, 2025 12:54

Richard Falk says Canada detained him en route to a Gaza tribunal in what he sees as an effort to silence critics of Israel.

Germany’s Left Party urges end crackdown on Palestine activism

https://www.newarab.com/news/germanys-left-party-urges-end-crackdown-palestine-activism

Published: November 16, 2025 12:32

Germany's Left Party has called for an end to Berlin's suppression of pro-Palestine activism, emphasising that rights must be upheld.

West Bank: Israeli forces kill Palestinian teen, shoot worker

https://www.newarab.com/news/west-bank-israeli-forces-kill-palestinian-teen-shoot-worker

Published: November 16, 2025 11:34

Hassan Ahmed Jamil Musa, 19, is the latest Palestinian to be killed by Israeli forces in the occupied West Bank, amid a series of army and settler raids.

UK tightens rules on refugee status in sweeping asylum overhaul

https://www.newarab.com/news/uk-tightens-rules-refugee-status-sweeping-asylum-overhaul

Published: November 16, 2025 11:31

The UK will make refugee status temporary and quadruple the wait for permanent settlement under sweeping changes announced by the home secretary on Sunday.

Shadowy Gaza network linked to 'mysterious' South Africa flight

https://www.newarab.com/news/shadowy-gaza-network-linked-mysterious-south-africa-flight

Published: November 16, 2025 11:17

A shadowy group has been moving Palestinians out of Gaza on an unexplained flight to South Africa, prompting an investigation into who organised the journey.

Trump demands probe into Epstein links to Bill Clinton

https://www.newarab.com/news/trump-demands-probe-epstein-links-bill-clinton

Published: November 16, 2025 11:15

Trump ordered the Justice Department to probe the former president after emails emerged in which Epstein suggested Trump "knew about the girls".

Bilbao friendly match turns into show of support for Palestine

https://www.newarab.com/news/bilbao-friendly-match-turns-show-support-palestine

Published: November 16, 2025 10:48

A crowd of 50,000 in Bilbao turned Palestine’s first-ever match on European soil into a major show of solidarity against Israel's genocide in Gaza.

Israel rejected Norway PM visit over Gaza war criticism

https://www.newarab.com/news/israel-rejected-norway-pm-visit-over-gaza-war-criticism

Published: November 16, 2025 10:41

Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store confirmed his request to visit Israel was denied by Tel Aviv due to 'political reasons'.

Saudi Arabia scales back salaries for foreign talent

https://www.newarab.com/news/saudi-arabia-scales-back-salaries-foreign-talent

Published: November 16, 2025 10:17

Saudi firms are scaling back the generous salary offers to foreign workers as the kingdom reins in spending and curbs megaprojects.

Iran begins cloud seeding operations as severe drought bites

https://www.newarab.com/news/iran-begins-cloud-seeding-operations-severe-drought-bites

Published: November 16, 2025 09:41

Cloud seeding is the latest measure taken by Iranian authorities in response to the country's worst drought in decades.

Israel strikes Gaza as search for captives' bodies resumes

https://www.newarab.com/news/israel-strikes-gaza-search-captives-bodies-resumes

Published: November 16, 2025 09:05

Israeli forces reportedly launched several attacks across Gaza on Sunday morning as Hamas was expected to resume its search for the bodies of deceased captives.

At least four dead as migrant boats capsize off Libya's coast

https://www.newarab.com/news/least-four-dead-migrant-boats-capsize-libyas-coast

Published: November 16, 2025 03:34

At least four migrants were killed when two boats capsized off Libya's Al Khums, with 95 people onboard, the Libyan Red Crescent confirmed on Saturday.

IS-backed rebels kill 17 in eastern Congo hospital attack

https://www.newarab.com/news/backed-rebels-kill-17-eastern-congo-hospital-attack

Published: November 16, 2025 03:11

Islamic State-backed ADF rebels killed at least 17, including women, in a brutal hospital attack in Byambwe, North Kivu, eastern Congo.

Trump's envoy says Sudan 'world's biggest humanitarian crisis'

https://www.newarab.com/news/trumps-envoy-says-sudan-worlds-biggest-humanitarian-crisis

Published: November 16, 2025 02:48

Trump's Africa envoy calls Sudan's war the world's biggest humanitarian crisis, urging diplomatic efforts for peace amid mass killings and displacement.

Syrians and EU officials hold rare meeting in Damascus

https://www.newarab.com/news/syrians-and-eu-officials-hold-rare-meeting-damascus

Published: November 16, 2025 02:15

Syria's civil society and EU officials held rare talks in Damascus, addressing sectarian tensions, ethnic divisions, and the issue of transitional justice.

More than half of Sudan needs humanitarian aid: NGO chief

https://www.newarab.com/news/more-half-sudan-needs-humanitarian-aid-ngo-chief

Published: November 16, 2025 01:40

Over 30 million Sudanese need humanitarian aid amid escalating violence, with tens of thousands dead and millions displaced by the ongoing conflict since 2023.

Iran judiciary calls for tougher stance on 'social anomalies'

https://www.newarab.com/news/iran-judiciary-calls-tougher-stance-social-anomalies

Published: November 16, 2025 01:08

Iran’s judiciary chief calls for stricter measures against 'social anomalies', highlighting relaxed hijab adherence as a growing issue in major cities.

Under US pressure, Lebanon tightens screws on money transfers

https://www.newarab.com/news/under-us-pressure-lebanon-tightens-screws-money-transfers

Published: November 16, 2025 00:29

Lebanon tightens financial rules for money changers to curb Hezbollah funding, responding to US pressure and improving anti-money laundering efforts.

Rubio asks UAE to back Sudan ceasefire in call with counterpart

https://www.newarab.com/news/rubio-asks-uae-back-sudan-ceasefire-call-counterpart

Published: November 15, 2025 23:25

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio calls for a humanitarian ceasefire in Sudan, urging action to cut weapon supplies to the RSF amid the ongoing conflict.

Iran president congratulates Iraq's Sudani on election victory

https://www.newarab.com/news/iran-president-congratulates-iraqs-sudani-election-victory

Published: November 15, 2025 22:18

Iran's President Pezeshkian congratulated Iraq's PM Sudani on his election victory, emphasising deepening cooperation and Iraq's peaceful, successful election.

Iraq tribal clash over land kills 8, injures 9 in Wasit province

https://www.newarab.com/news/iraq-tribal-clash-over-land-kills-8-injures-9-wasit-province

Published: November 15, 2025 19:20

Tribal clashes over agricultural land in Wasit province, Iraq, leave eight dead and nine injured as violence continues despite the security forces' presence.

First major winter rains pummel Gaza, destroy makeshift shelters

https://www.newarab.com/news/first-major-winter-rains-pummel-gaza-destroy-makeshift-shelters

Published: November 15, 2025 17:10

Gaza’s Mawasi camp is overwhelmed by flooding as winter storms hit, exposing fragile shelters and deepening the humanitarian emergency.

Ceasefire breached in Syria's Suweida as clashes renew

https://www.newarab.com/news/ceasefire-breached-syrias-suweida-clashes-renew

Published: November 15, 2025 17:02

Local factions loyal to Sheikh al-Hijri exchange fire with Syrian forces in Suwayda; separate arrests reported in Latakia and Aleppo.

Trump says he is considering F-35 fighter jet deal with Saudis

https://www.newarab.com/news/trump-says-he-considering-f-35-fighter-jet-deal-saudis

Published: November 15, 2025 16:51

The potential sale comes as Trump plans to host Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman next week, when they are expected to sign economic and security agreements.

Iran confirms seizure of tanker with petrochemical cargo in Gulf

https://www.newarab.com/news/iran-confirms-seizure-tanker-petrochemical-cargo-gulf

Published: November 15, 2025 16:49

Iran on Saturday confirmed seizure of a Marshall Islands-flagged oil tanker as it traveled through the narrow Strait of Hormuz over violations.

Hundreds in Tehran pray for rain as Iran battles drought

https://www.newarab.com/news/hundreds-tehran-pray-rain-iran-battles-drought

Published: November 15, 2025 16:33

Iranians have gathered in mosques to pray for rain as the country experiences one of its worst droughts in decades.

Spotify unveils new plans in Saudi and UAE amid Gaza boycotts

https://www.newarab.com/news/spotify-unveils-new-plans-saudi-and-uae-amid-gaza-boycotts

Published: November 15, 2025 16:08

Spotify has launched new premium plans in Saudi Arabia and the UAE as global boycott campaigns grow over the company's reported ties to military tech.

Israeli settlers attack Palestinians, burn mosque in West Bank

https://www.newarab.com/news/israeli-settlers-attack-palestinians-burn-mosque-west-bank

Published: November 15, 2025 16:07

Settlers cut trees, assault Palestinians, seize land and burn a mosque as Israeli forces carry out raids and arrests across the occupied West Bank.

US army plans to limit Gaza rebuild to Israeli-controlled area

https://www.newarab.com/news/us-army-plans-limit-gaza-rebuild-israeli-controlled-area

Published: November 15, 2025 14:59

A US army plan envisions dividing Gaza into two halves, one of which will be developed while under Israeli control, while the other remains in ruins.

Congo, M23 sign framework for peace in Qatar, more steps needed

https://www.newarab.com/news/congo-m23-sign-framework-peace-qatar-more-steps-needed

Published: November 15, 2025 14:15

Congo and Rwanda -backed rebel group M23 on Saturday signed a framework agreement for a peace deal to end decades-long fighting in eastern Congo

Syria denies secret cooperation with US-led coalition against IS

https://www.newarab.com/news/syria-denies-secret-cooperation-us-led-coalition-against

Published: November 15, 2025 14:14

Syria has dismissed reports that President Ahmed Al Sharaa secretly cooperated with the US-led coalition against IS since 2016.

Rashida Tlaib, 20 US lawmakers push resolution on Gaza genocide

https://www.newarab.com/news/rashida-tlaib-20-us-lawmakers-push-resolution-gaza-genocide

Published: November 15, 2025 13:55

US lawmakers, led by Rashida Tlaib, have introduced a resolution urging Congress to recognise the Gaza genocide and to halt all US support enabling it.

Israeli media report plans for 'limited offensive' on Lebanon

https://www.newarab.com/news/israeli-media-report-plans-limited-offensive-lebanon

Published: November 15, 2025 13:33

Israeli media are reporting that the Israeli army is preparing a limited offensive in Lebanon, framing it as targeting alleged Hezbollah sites.

Trump says will sue BBC for billions over video edit

https://www.newarab.com/news/trump-says-will-sue-bbc-billions-over-video-edit

Published: November 15, 2025 13:10

U.S. President Donald Trump said he would likely sue the BBC for as much as $5 billion after the broadcaster admitted it wrongly edited a video of a speech.

Mahmoud Abbas turns 90, weakened by Israel and deeply unpopular

https://www.newarab.com/news/mahmoud-abbas-turns-90-weakened-israel-and-deeply-unpopular

Published: November 15, 2025 12:48

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas turns 90 weakened, unpopular and sidelined, as the PA loses influence in the West Bank and remains blocked from postwar Gaza

Syrian forces recover launch gear after Damascus rocket attack

https://www.newarab.com/news/syrian-forces-recover-launch-gear-after-damascus-rocket-attack

Published: November 15, 2025 12:14

Improvised launch equipment found after two Katyusha rockets hit Mezzeh 86 in Damascus; security forces continue investigations.

Trump pulls support for MAGA ally Marjorie Taylor Greene

https://www.newarab.com/news/trump-pulls-support-maga-ally-marjorie-taylor-greene

Published: November 15, 2025 11:36

US President Donald Trump lashed out at Marjorie Taylor Greene on Truth Social, branding his once key MAGA ally a 'ranting lunatic'.

Russia tables rival plan as US seeks UN Gaza resolution

https://www.newarab.com/news/russia-tables-rival-plan-us-seeks-un-gaza-resolution

Published: November 15, 2025 10:43

Russia submits an alternative Gaza resolution as the US urges the UN to approve its own draft after officially launched negotiations within the 15-member UNSC.

US envoy plans new meeting with Hamas leader Khalil al-Hayya

https://www.newarab.com/news/us-envoy-plans-new-meeting-hamas-leader-khalil-al-hayya

Published: November 15, 2025 10:01

The New York Times reports US envoy Steve Witkoff plans to meet Hamas leader Khalil al-Hayya again as Washington pushes its Gaza ceasefire plan.

Israel continues Gaza attacks as UN prepares vote on Trump plan

https://www.newarab.com/news/israel-continues-gaza-attacks-un-prepares-vote-trump-plan

Published: November 15, 2025 09:48

Israel has continued attacks on Gaza amid preparations for a UN Security Council vote on US President Donald Trump’s Gaza proposal.

Ramaphosa says 153 Palestinians 'flushed out' to S. Africa

https://www.newarab.com/news/ramaphosa-says-153-palestinians-flushed-out-s-africa

Published: November 15, 2025 09:36

President Cyril Ramaphosa says the 150+ Palestinians who “mysteriously” arrived in South Africa appear to have been “flushed out” of Gaza.

Extremist slogans daubed at Arab Center ahead of Paris event

https://www.newarab.com/news/extremist-slogans-daubed-arab-center-ahead-paris-event

Published: November 14, 2025 19:29

The graffiti comes amid a wider campaign led by extremist lobbying groups in the run-up to the event. The messages had been painted overnight

Sharaa-Trump deal brings US hegemony to Syria via the back door

https://www.newarab.com/opinion/sharaa-trump-deal-brings-us-hegemony-syria-back-door

Published: November 14, 2025 19:14

Al-Sharaa’s meeting with Trump isn’t diplomacy — it’s a transaction that boosts US power & tightens his grip, with Syrians left behind, writes Joseph Daher.

SOS Syria shaken as investigations widen into missing children

https://www.newarab.com/news/sos-syria-shaken-investigations-widen-missing-children

Published: November 14, 2025 18:50

SOS Syria announces mass layoffs amid a probe into forcibly disappeared children, raising fears of a worsening child welfare crisis

US signs deal for Israeli drones 'tested in Gaza'

https://www.newarab.com/news/us-signs-deal-israeli-drones-tested-gaza

Published: November 14, 2025 17:53

Israeli military drone company XTEND has signed a multi-million-dollar deal with the US Department of Defense for attack drones tested in Gaza.

US: Four Europe groups tagged terrorists, called violent Antifa

https://www.newarab.com/news/us-four-europe-groups-tagged-terrorists-called-violent-antifa

Published: November 14, 2025 17:47

The United States on Thursday designated four entities in Germany, Italy and Greece as global terrorists, accusing them of being "violent Antifa groups".

Palestinian worshippers return after Israeli settler attack

https://www.newarab.com/news/palestinian-worshippers-return-after-israeli-settler-attack

Published: November 14, 2025 17:28

Footage of the mosque on Thursday showed the graffiti as well as shattered glass, charred internal walls and furniture, and a burnt Quran.

US, Arab states urge 'swift adoption' of UN Gaza resolution

https://www.newarab.com/news/us-arab-states-urge-swift-adoption-un-gaza-resolution

Published: November 14, 2025 17:27

Key Arab and Muslim states have joined the US in pushing for a quick UN Security Council vote on Washington’s Gaza proposal, which draws on Trump’s peace plan.

Hamas reasserts control in Gaza as post-war talks grind on

https://www.newarab.com/news/hamas-reasserts-control-gaza-post-war-talks-grind

Published: November 14, 2025 17:06

Gazans say Hamas is tightening control by regulating prices and monitoring goods as US plans for Gaza's future evolve amid uncertainty over a power transition.

Israel rethinks dependence on US amid 'America First' anger

https://www.newarab.com/news/israel-rethinks-dependence-us-amid-america-first-anger

Published: November 14, 2025 17:04

Reports suggest Israel is attempting to ease pressure on US President Donald Trump from his MAGA base, which is divided over the issue of aid to Tel Aviv.

Human Rights Council calls for probe into El-Fasher killings

https://www.newarab.com/news/human-rights-council-calls-probe-el-fasher-killings

Published: November 14, 2025 16:57

The resolution denounced the reports of ethnically motivated killings and rape in el-Fasher, noting that perpetrators will be held accountable.

Netanyahu 'not afriad' to visit New York amid Mamdani arrest vow

https://www.newarab.com/news/netanyahu-not-afriad-visit-new-york-amid-mamdani-arrest-vow

Published: November 14, 2025 16:52

Netanyahu says he plans to visit New York and is not worried about mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani's pledge to seek his arrest under the ICC warrant.

Birth rate worry in Turkey as 50% of families have no children

https://www.newarab.com/news/birth-rate-worry-turkey-50-families-have-no-children

Published: November 14, 2025 16:48

Turkey's family minister has warned that falling birth rates pose a national threat, revealing that half of Turkish households have no children.

Jordan's king, Indonesia's leader discuss economy, Gaza

https://www.newarab.com/news/jordans-king-indonesias-leader-discuss-economy-gaza

Published: November 14, 2025 16:26

Jordan's king and Indonesia's leader held talks to strengthen their long friendship through enhanced military cooperation, economic ties and Gaza

Antisemitism watchdog slams ADL's response to Mamdani win

https://www.newarab.com/news/antisemitism-watchdog-slams-adls-response-mamdani-win

Published: November 14, 2025 16:25

An antisemitism watchdog has warned that the response from the ADL to Mandani's New York mayoral win is divisive and aggressive.

EU considers training 3,000 police officers from Gaza

https://www.newarab.com/news/eu-considers-training-3000-police-officers-gaza

Published: November 14, 2025 15:40

EU ministers will review a plan for the bloc to lead training of 3000 Palestinian police for future Gaza deployment as outlined in a recent diplomatic paper.

Greece seeks Israeli anti-aircraft, artillery systems

https://www.newarab.com/news/greece-seeks-israeli-anti-aircraft-artillery-systems

Published: November 14, 2025 15:13

Greece is negotiating with Israel to buy modern missile systems for its planned Achilles Shield defence dome as part of major military modernisation.

Guardiola urges Catalonians to support Palestine charity match

https://www.newarab.com/news/guardiola-urges-catalonians-support-palestine-charity-match

Published: November 14, 2025 14:52

The manager called the match "more than a game," after previously having raised awareness on Israel's atrocities in Gaza.

MENA Sports Wrap: Morocco U17s make history with 16–0 win

https://www.newarab.com/news/mena-sports-wrap-morocco-u17s-make-history-16-0-win

Published: November 14, 2025 14:41

Morocco's U17s stormed into the knockout rounds with a record 16–0 World Cup win.

How Palestinians in Gaza navigate devastated roads

https://www.newarab.com/news/how-palestinians-gaza-navigate-devastated-roads

Published: November 14, 2025 14:34

Daily traffic consisted of approximately 80,000 cars navigating congested streets, despite the limited infrastructure, according to the data.

How public assassinations are silencing Yemen's women

https://www.newarab.com/news/how-public-assassinations-are-silencing-yemens-women

Published: November 14, 2025 14:18

According to the Yemeni Network for Rights and Freedoms, 5,618 violations against women between January 2017 and July 2025 across 17 governorates.

UNIFIL confirms Israeli wall crosses into Lebanese territory

https://www.newarab.com/news/unifil-confirms-israeli-wall-crosses-lebanese-territory

Published: November 14, 2025 14:17

UNIFIL has confirmed that new Israeli wall segments near Yaroun have crossed the Blue Line into Lebanese territory in violation of Resolution 1701.

The Visitor: Palestinian folklore meets horrors of occupation

https://www.newarab.com/features/visitor-palestinian-folklore-meets-horrors-occupation

Published: November 14, 2025 14:00

The New Arab Meets: Rolla Selbak, Plestia Alaqad & Ahmed Shihab-Eldin to discuss their upcoming project 'The Visitor,' & how films are reclaiming the narrative

Six killed in 'heinous' Russian attack on Ukraine: Zelensky

https://www.newarab.com/news/six-killed-heinous-russian-attack-ukraine-zelensky

Published: November 14, 2025 13:04

Russia struck Kyiv apartment blocks overnight, killing at least six in what Zelensky condemned as a heinous attack that deliberately targeted civilians.

S. Africa lets in 130 Palestinians after being held for 12 hours

https://www.newarab.com/news/s-africa-lets-130-palestinians-after-being-held-12-hours

Published: November 14, 2025 12:21

South Africa allowed 130 Palestinians entry after initial immigration issues, as authorities cited compassion and promised a full evaluation of their stay.

Syrian forces and Druze militia clashes continue in Suweida

https://www.newarab.com/news/syrian-forces-and-druze-militia-clashes-continue-suweida

Published: November 14, 2025 12:13

Clashes have continued in Syria's Druze-majority province of Suweida, while Kurdish groups in the northeast have met to discuss advancing the March 10 deal.

US plan for Gaza force includes 'path to Palestinian state'

https://www.newarab.com/news/us-plan-gaza-force-includes-path-palestinian-state

Published: November 14, 2025 12:12

The US is exploring putting forward a resolution that may include the possibility of a Palestinian state, fuelling concerns in Israel.

Gaza hospital receives 15 Palestinian bodies under ceasefire

https://www.newarab.com/news/gaza-hospital-receives-15-palestinian-bodies-under-ceasefire

Published: November 14, 2025 11:50

Gaza's Nasser Hospital received 15 Palestinian bodies under a US-brokered ceasefire deal that exchanges remains and captives amid ongoing returns.

Iran seizes tanker in Strait of Hormuz, as tensions remain high

https://www.newarab.com/news/iran-seizes-tanker-strait-hormuz-tensions-remain-high

Published: November 14, 2025 11:36

Iran seized a Marshall Islands-flagged tanker in the Strait of Hormuz amid rising tensions as the vessel was forced into Iranian waters during its voyage.

The Tbilisi charm: A traveller's guide to Georgia's gem

https://www.newarab.com/features/tbilisi-charm-travellers-guide-georgias-gem

Published: November 14, 2025 11:07

From sulphur baths and Old Town alleys to modern galleries, scenic hilltop views, and unforgettable Georgian cuisine, Tbilisi is a perfect culture-rich escape

Russia proposes UN resolution on Gaza in challenge to US draft

https://www.newarab.com/news/russia-proposes-un-resolution-gaza-challenge-us-draft

Published: November 14, 2025 10:59

Russia proposes a rival UN Gaza resolution challenging a US bid to back Trump’s peace plan as both seek support for stabilisation in the Security Council.

Unpacking Jihan K's love and loss in My Father and Qaddafi

https://www.newarab.com/features/unpacking-jihan-ks-love-and-loss-my-father-and-qaddafi

Published: November 14, 2025 10:28

We speak to Jihan K about her nine-year journey to create 'My Father and Qaddafi', a film born from the discovery of her father's body in 2012

Israel strikes southern Gaza as 9 detained in West Bank raids

https://www.newarab.com/news/israel-strikes-southern-gaza-9-detained-west-bank-raids

Published: November 14, 2025 09:14

Nine Palestinians were detained early Friday as Israel continues to raid the occupied territory, while Israeli strikes target southern Gaza.

Russia denies recruiting Iraqis to fight in war with Ukraine

https://www.newarab.com/news/russia-denies-recruiting-iraqis-fight-war-ukraine

Published: November 14, 2025 08:57

The Russian diplomatic mission in Iraq denied recruiting Iraqis, saying only foreign residents of Russia who speak the language can join its army.

'Track AIPAC' goes online to highlight pro-Israeli funding

https://www.newarab.com/news/track-aipac-goes-online-highlight-pro-israeli-funding

Published: November 14, 2025 08:51

"Why are we sending American tax dollars to be used for war crimes? Why are we sending American-made weapons to murder women and children..."

KSA to bolster trade with Lebanon after drug smuggling curbed

https://www.newarab.com/news/ksa-bolster-trade-lebanon-after-drug-smuggling-curbed

Published: November 14, 2025 05:09

Saudi Arabia is seeking to better its relations with Lebanon, with the easing of imports among the first steps it is seeking to take.

UNRWA urges more funding amid fears of impact on Palestinians

https://www.newarab.com/news/unrwa-urges-more-funding-amid-fears-impact-palestinians

Published: November 14, 2025 04:08

UNRWA chief Philippe Lazzarini has made an appeal for donations after he warned that a lack of funds could impact Palestinians' needs.

BBC says sorry to Trump for edit error, rejects defamation claim

https://www.newarab.com/news/bbc-says-sorry-trump-edit-error-rejects-defamation-claim

Published: November 14, 2025 03:28

BBC Chair Samir Shah has written a letter apologising over the edit in an episode of Panorama which alluded that Trump called for the 2021 US Capital riots.

Israel receives body of one of final four Gaza captives

https://www.newarab.com/news/israel-receives-body-one-final-four-gaza-captives

Published: November 14, 2025 02:38

The body of 73-year-old Meny Godard, which was found by Hamas in Khan Younis, was received by the Israeli army on Thursday.

US, UAE arms firms to co-develop AI-powered drones

https://www.newarab.com/news/us-uae-arms-firms-co-develop-ai-powered-drones

Published: November 14, 2025 01:56

Anduril and EDGE will jointly develop the Omen drone in Abu Dhabi, and is said to be the first of many products fromt he US-UAE venture.

25 oil-supplying states accused of 'complicity' in Gaza war

https://www.newarab.com/news/25-oil-supplying-states-accused-complicity-gaza-war

Published: November 14, 2025 00:21

Azerbaijan and Kazakhstan were the highest suppliers of crude oil to Israel between November 2023 and October this year, amid the Gaza war.

Pakistan grants lifetime immunity to president, army chief

https://www.newarab.com/news/pakistan-grants-lifetime-immunity-president-army-chief

Published: November 13, 2025 22:44

Experts are saying that the changes to Pakistan's constitutional amendment will only increase 'authoritarianism and push democracy to fade away.

No Opinion for Gaza: Why we are boycotting the New York Times

https://www.newarab.com/opinion/no-opinion-gaza-why-we-are-boycotting-new-york-times

Published: November 13, 2025 22:08

Sophie Lewis explains why she & 200+ former New York Times contributors are boycotting the outlet until it addresses its anti-Palestinian bias.

Pakistan blames Afghans for Islamabad suicide attack

https://www.newarab.com/news/pakistan-blames-afghans-islamabad-suicide-attack

Published: November 13, 2025 21:21

Pakistan's interior ministry said Islamabad have traced the culprit behind the deadly suicide bombing on Tuesday , saying he is from Afghanistan.

Roberto Mancini announced as new coach of Qatar's Al-Sadd

https://www.newarab.com/news/roberto-mancini-announced-new-coach-qatars-al-sadd

Published: November 13, 2025 20:45

Former Manchester City and Italy coach Roberto Mancini has signed as Al-Sadd's latest manager for two and a half seasons, the Qatari club confirmed.