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Gulf influencers deride Egypt's NATO-like proposal amid Iran war

https://www.newarab.com/news/gulf-influencers-deride-egypts-nato-proposal-amid-iran-war

Published: March 18, 2026 08:19

The anger among Gulf citizens stems from Egypt's stance in the face of Iranian attacks against the GCC states.

Israeli strikes on central Beirut kill at least six

https://www.newarab.com/news/israeli-strikes-central-beirut-kill-least-six

Published: March 18, 2026 01:54

Israel bombed central Beirut early on Wednesday morning withut prior warning, killing at least six people and injuring dozens more.

Iran women's football team arrive in Turkey on way home

https://www.newarab.com/news/iran-womens-football-team-arrive-turkey-way-home

Published: March 17, 2026 23:15

Iran’s women’s football team has returned to Turkey en route to Iran after most of its members withdrew asylum requests in Australia.

Panic as Israel tells residents to evacuate south Lebanon's Tyre

https://www.newarab.com/news/panic-israel-tells-residents-evacuate-south-lebanons-tyre

Published: March 17, 2026 22:58

Israel has ordered a forced evacuation of Tyre and surrounding areas in south Lebanon, claiming strikes on Hezbollah.

US carrier Ford to go to port temporarily after fire

https://www.newarab.com/news/us-carrier-ford-go-port-temporarily-after-fire

Published: March 17, 2026 22:43

U.S. officials say the aircraft carrier Gerald R. Ford will temporarily dock in Crete after a fire on board injured nearly 200 sailors, damaged sleeping areas.

Senegal stripped of AFCON title, Morocco declared champions

https://www.newarab.com/news/senegal-stripped-afcon-title-morocco-declared-champions

Published: March 17, 2026 22:23

Morocco have been declared Africa Cup of Nations champions after their appeal to the Confederation of African Football’s disciplinary committee.

Ali Larijani, Iran's ultimate backroom powerbroker, dies at 67

https://www.newarab.com/news/ali-larijani-irans-ultimate-backroom-powerbroker-dies-67

Published: March 17, 2026 21:52

Veteran Iranian politician Ali Larijani was one of the most powerful figures in the country, an architect of its security policy, and close adviser to Khamenei.

Early indications show Israel tank fire hit UN Lebanon base

https://www.newarab.com/news/early-indications-show-israel-tank-fire-hit-un-lebanon-base

Published: March 17, 2026 20:45

Israeli tank fire hit a UNIFIL post in southern Lebanon on 6 March, a source said, wounding peacekeepers as risks to UN forces grow amid Israeli operations.

France rules out Hormuz ship escorts under 'bombings'

https://www.newarab.com/news/france-rules-out-hormuz-ship-escorts-under-bombings

Published: March 17, 2026 20:27

France will not join current US‑backed efforts to forcibly reopen the Strait of Hormuz, with Macron insisting Paris would only help escort ships once war over.

Iraq asks Iran for oil tanker passage through Strait of Hormuz

https://www.newarab.com/news/iraq-asks-iran-oil-tanker-passage-through-strait-hormuz

Published: March 17, 2026 20:12

Iraq is negotiating with Iran for safe passage of certain oil tankers through the Strait of Hormuz while also seeking to resume exports via Kurdistan pipelines.

Lebanon says Israeli strikes kill three soldiers

https://www.newarab.com/news/lebanon-says-israeli-strikes-kill-three-soldiers

Published: March 17, 2026 19:56

Israeli strikes in Lebanon killed three soldiers and forced mass displacement, as shelters across the country overflow with fleeing civilians.

36,000 Palestinians displaced in West Bank in one year: UN

https://www.newarab.com/news/36000-palestinians-displaced-west-bank-one-year-un

Published: March 17, 2026 19:09

The UN has urged Israel to immediately halt its rapid West Bank settlement expansion, warning that over 36,000 Palestinians have been displaced in a year.

Iran vets friendly ships for Hormuz passage: trackers

https://www.newarab.com/news/iran-vets-friendly-ships-hormuz-passage-trackers

Published: March 17, 2026 18:37

Iran has reportedly granted selective passage via a coastal channel to friendly or non‑US‑allied ships, while maintaining a broader wartime blockade.

Landmark trial of UK pro-Palestine organisers concludes

https://www.newarab.com/news/landmark-trial-uk-pro-palestine-organisers-concludes

Published: March 17, 2026 18:05

The verdict in the case of Ben Jamal and Chris Nineham is set to be announced on 1 April following a six-day trial that spanned over three weeks.

Cuba scrambles to restore power as Trump threatens takeover

https://www.newarab.com/news/cuba-scrambles-restore-power-trump-threatens-takeover

Published: March 17, 2026 18:05

Cuba scrambled Tuesday to restore power after a nationwide blackout hit the island, just as US President Donald Trump proclaimed he will take over it.

Some Israeli strikes in Lebanon may be war crimes: UN office

https://www.newarab.com/news/some-israeli-strikes-lebanon-may-be-war-crimes-un-office

Published: March 17, 2026 17:47

Israeli airstrikes on residential buildings, displaced people and healthcare workers in Lebanon may amount to war crimes, says the UN's human rights office.

Israeli officer 'seized ancient stone' during West Bank raid

https://www.newarab.com/news/israeli-officer-seized-ancient-stone-during-west-bank-raid

Published: March 17, 2026 17:44

An Israeli police officer has reportedly seized an ancient artefact during a raid on a Palestinian village in the West Bank;

US federal jury convicts Assad-era Syrian official of torture

https://www.newarab.com/news/us-federal-jury-convicts-assad-era-syrian-official-torture

Published: March 17, 2026 17:28

A former Syrian regime official who headed a notorious prison under Assad is facing the rest of his life behind bars in the US after being convicted of torture.

Iran lobbying to move World Cup matches in LA, Seattle to Mexico

https://www.newarab.com/news/iran-lobbying-move-world-cup-matches-la-seattle-mexico

Published: March 17, 2026 17:13

Iran is in discussions to try and move its World Cup matches this summer from the US to Mexico amid the US-Israel war on Iran.

Syrian authorities ban alcohol in Damascus

https://www.newarab.com/news/syrian-authorities-ban-alcohol-damascus

Published: March 17, 2026 16:46

Syrian authorities have banned alcohol from restaurants and bars in Damascus, in the latest move by the government to enforce conservative ways.

US encourages Syrian action against Hezbollah, Damascus hesitant

https://www.newarab.com/news/us-encourages-syrian-action-against-hezbollah-damascus-hesitant

Published: March 17, 2026 16:25

The US has encouraged Syria to consider sending forces into eastern Lebanon to help disarm Hezbollah, but Damascus is reluctant to embark on such a mission

Iraq unable to ship oil to Lebanon plant amid Hormuz closure

https://www.newarab.com/news/iraq-unable-ship-oil-lebanon-plant-amid-hormuz-closure

Published: March 17, 2026 16:23

Lebanon could soon face an energy crisis after its oil shipment from Iraq for March was unable to leave due to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.

Palestinian activist Leqaa Kordia released from US detention

https://www.newarab.com/news/palestinian-activist-leqaa-kordia-released-us-detention

Published: March 17, 2026 16:14

Leqaa Kordia had spent over a year in a Texas detention centre, after she was arrested at a pro-Palestinian protest over Israel's war in Gaza at Columbia.

Lebanon transfers 137 Syrian prisoners under bilateral agreement

https://www.newarab.com/news/lebanon-transfers-137-syrian-prisoners-under-bilateral-agreement

Published: March 17, 2026 15:45

Under the agreement, the Syrian prisoners released from Lebanon will be required to complete the remainder of their sentences in Syria.

Islamophobia spikes in US amid Iran war

https://www.newarab.com/news/islamophobia-spikes-us-amid-iran-war

Published: March 17, 2026 15:28

"Since the start of 2026, harmful content targeting Muslims across social media platforms has escalated at an alarming pace," reads the report.

Israeli settlers sexually assault Palestinian man in West Bank

https://www.newarab.com/news/israeli-settlers-sexually-assault-palestinian-man-west-bank

Published: March 17, 2026 15:22

Israeli settlers stormed a Palestinian village and rounded up Palestinian residents, who were bound, beaten and threatened with rape, according to witnesses.

Senior US counterterrorism official resigns to protest Iran war

https://www.newarab.com/news/senior-us-counterterrorism-official-resigns-protest-iran-war

Published: March 17, 2026 15:21

In his resignation letter, Kent accused Israel of carrying out a misinformation campaign to encourage the US to go to war with Iran.

MENA oil exports slashed by 60% amid Strait of Hormuz crisis

https://www.newarab.com/news/mena-oil-exports-slashed-60-amid-strait-hormuz-crisis

Published: March 17, 2026 15:15

Gulf states and Iraq, some of the world's leading oil produces, have had their exports reduced dramatically given the crisis plaguing the Strait of Hormuz.

Pakistani strike on Kabul rehab clinic kills 'around 400'

https://www.newarab.com/news/pakistani-strike-kabul-rehab-clinic-kills-around-400

Published: March 17, 2026 14:54

The Afghan government said Tuesday that a Pakistani air strike on a drug rehabilitation centre in the capital, Kabul, killed about 400 people.

Drones and rockets slam into US Embassy in Baghdad's Green Zone

https://www.newarab.com/news/drones-and-rockets-slam-us-embassy-baghdads-green-zone

Published: March 17, 2026 14:52

Explosions rocked Baghdad overnight as drones and rockets hit the US embassy and key sites, marking a significant rise of tensions.

Lebanese media ordered to avoid calling Hezbollah 'resistance'

https://www.newarab.com/news/lebanese-media-ordered-avoid-calling-hezbollah-resistance

Published: March 17, 2026 14:44

The directive also prohibits certain terms in written reports and news coverage regarding Israel's ongoing attacks on Lebanon.

How the war on Iran could impact Sudan's conflict

https://www.newarab.com/analysis/how-war-iran-could-impact-sudans-conflict

Published: March 17, 2026 14:43

Supply lines and financing for warring sides will face short-term disruption, but Sudan could become a more contested theatre for external powers in the future

Kuwait arrests 16 affiliated with Hezbollah over 'sabotage plot'

https://www.newarab.com/news/kuwait-arrests-16-affiliated-hezbollah-over-sabotage-plot

Published: March 17, 2026 14:27

Kuwait said Monday it arrested 16 people affiliated with Hezbollah who had planned a "sabotage plot" in the Gulf state, something the Shia group denied.

Is offending Muslims an inalienable right of the British people?

https://www.newarab.com/opinion/offending-muslims-inalienable-right-british-people

Published: March 17, 2026 14:00

The free speech hysteria over the government’s anti-Muslim hate definition exposes how easily Muslim safety is sidelined in the UK, writes Nadeine Asbali.

Trump was warned Iran would lash out at Gulf neighbours

https://www.newarab.com/news/trump-was-warned-iran-would-lash-out-gulf-neighbours

Published: March 17, 2026 13:59

Trump was warned that attacking Iran could trigger retaliation against US Gulf allies despite his claims on Monday that Tehran's reaction came as a surprise

Iran FM says his last contact with Witkoff was before war began

https://www.newarab.com/news/iran-fm-says-his-last-contact-witkoff-was-war-began

Published: March 17, 2026 13:35

Iran's top diplomat said his last contact with US envoy Steve Witkoff was before the Middle East war started on 28 February, contradicting earlier reports.

Trump's Europe outburst shows president's isolation on Iran war

https://www.newarab.com/news/trumps-europe-outburst-shows-presidents-isolation-iran-war

Published: March 17, 2026 12:51

US President Trump appears to be becoming an increasingly isolated figure in his bid to build an international naval task force for the Strait of Hormuz.

Missile shrapnel fell in Jerusalem's holy sites: Israeli police

https://www.newarab.com/news/missile-shrapnel-fell-jerusalems-holy-sites-israeli-police

Published: March 17, 2026 12:40

Israeli police said they found missile and interceptor fragments at holy sites in Jerusalem's Old City on Monday after a missile salvo fired from Iran.

After the storm: The Gulf states in a post-Iran war region

https://www.newarab.com/analysis/after-storm-gulf-states-post-iran-war-region

Published: March 17, 2026 12:16

For Gulf states, the war has reinforced both the threat posed by Iran and the risks of depending on the United States as a security guarantor

Drone, rocket attacks target US embassy, other sites in Baghdad

https://www.newarab.com/news/drone-rocket-attacks-target-us-embassy-other-sites-baghdad

Published: March 17, 2026 12:16

Iraq witnessed a wave of drone and rocket attacks targeting the US embassy and one if its largest oil fields, as the country is pulled deeper into war.

Iran's Larijani, the man whose power grew during Middle East war

https://www.newarab.com/news/irans-larijani-man-whose-power-grew-during-middle-east-war

Published: March 17, 2026 11:30

Larijani's killing, if confirmed, would be a major blow against Iran, undermining a key figure seen as capable of navigating both ideology and diplomacy.

Israel strikes southern Lebanon, vows 'no return' for displaced

https://www.newarab.com/news/israel-strikes-southern-lebanon-vows-no-return-displaced

Published: March 17, 2026 11:18

Israel is escalating its ground assault and continuing strikes in southern Lebanon, as more than a million people face a prolonged displacement.

Missile debris kills one in UAE as Iran attacks on Gulf persist

https://www.newarab.com/news/missile-debris-kills-one-uae-iran-attacks-gulf-persist

Published: March 17, 2026 10:59

Authorities in Abu Dhabi confirmed that a Pakistani national was killed after being hit by debris following the interception of a missile.

Israel says killed Iran national security chief Ali Larijani

https://www.newarab.com/news/israel-says-killed-iran-national-security-chief-ali-larijani

Published: March 17, 2026 10:45

Israel said it had killed Iran's powerful national security chief as well as head of the Basij paramilitary force, in what would be a huge blow to Tehran.

Why Iran cannot legally justify its attacks on Gulf states

https://www.newarab.com/opinion/why-iran-cannot-legally-justify-its-attacks-gulf-states

Published: March 17, 2026 10:00

US-Israeli strikes on Iran triggered a retaliatory campaign across the Gulf, raising serious legal questions about sovereignty and self-defence.

Israel 'kills' Iran security chief Larijani and IRGC Basij chief

https://www.newarab.com/news/israel-kills-iran-security-chief-larijani-and-irgc-basij-chief

Published: March 17, 2026 09:17

Israel's defence minister has claimed Iran's security chief was killed in a strike, as the Middle East war - now into day 18, rages on.

US-Israel war is hurting thousands of prisoners in Iran

https://www.newarab.com/news/us-israel-war-hurting-thousands-prisoners-iran

Published: March 17, 2026 09:14

Reports from inside Greater Tehran Prison describe inmates going days without adequate food or water after an attack near the facility.

Israeli minister's daughter found dead after rape accusation

https://www.newarab.com/news/israeli-ministers-daughter-found-dead-after-rape-accusation

Published: March 17, 2026 08:18

Earlier, Shoshana Struck appeared in a video in which she revealed details about alleged sexual abuse by her father, a rabbi, and her mother, the minister.

Serbia's weapons exports to Israel soar to record levels

https://www.newarab.com/news/serbias-weapons-exports-israel-soar-record-levels

Published: March 17, 2026 08:10

Serbia’s weapons shipments to Israel doubled in 2025, continuing despite earlier export restrictions by Belgrade.

Iraq's Kataeb Hezbollah says security commander killed

https://www.newarab.com/news/iraqs-kataeb-hezbollah-says-security-commander-killed

Published: March 16, 2026 19:44

Iraq's Kataeb Hezbollah says security commander killed. The Iran-backed group, designated by Washington as "terrorist", is part of Islamic Resistance in Iraq

Under cover of Iran war, Israel accelerates West Bank annexation

https://www.newarab.com/analysis/under-cover-iran-war-israel-accelerates-west-bank-annexation

Published: March 16, 2026 18:44

With the world's attention on the Iran war, Israel has ramped up restrictions on movement in the West Bank as settler violence against Palestinians surges

Qatar calls for dialogue, as Iran strikes on GCC states continue

https://www.newarab.com/news/qatar-calls-dialogue-iran-strikes-gcc-states-continue

Published: March 16, 2026 17:59

Qatar has been keen for dialogue to end the war, but says Iran must end its strikes on Gulf states first.

Strike kills 6 Iraqi Hashed al-Shaabi fighters near Syria border

https://www.newarab.com/news/strike-kills-6-iraqi-hashed-al-shaabi-fighters-near-syria-border

Published: March 16, 2026 17:53

A Hashed al-Shaabi official blamed the strike which killed six fighters and injured four more on the United States, who is currently waging a war on Iran.

EU-funded AI systems ‘exacerbate’ human rights violations

https://www.newarab.com/news/eu-funded-ai-systems-exacerbate-human-rights-violations

Published: March 16, 2026 17:47

EU-backed AI systems used in migration control, military tech and surveillance are enabling rights abuses across the Middle East, according 7amleh.

How have nations responded to Trump's Strait of Hormuz request?

https://www.newarab.com/news/how-have-nations-responded-trumps-strait-hormuz-request

Published: March 16, 2026 17:35

Several Western and global allies of the US have rejected calls to send warships to help reopen the Strait of Hormuz amid the ongoing Iran war.

The British Museum handling of Palestine erasure is in bad faith

https://www.newarab.com/opinion/british-museum-handling-palestine-erasure-bad-faith

Published: March 16, 2026 17:33

Helio Figueiredo argues that the British Museum's justification for removing the word ‘Palestine’ from its panels & galleries doesn't stand up to scrutiny.

Lebanese children relive trauma as Israel's war intensifies

https://www.newarab.com/features/lebanese-children-relive-trauma-israels-war-intensifies

Published: March 16, 2026 17:29

The Israeli assault on Lebanon has resumed, leaving children once again at the frontline of fear and displacement

Iran parliament speaker lays out terms for ending war, security

https://www.newarab.com/news/iran-parliament-speaker-lays-out-terms-ending-war-security

Published: March 16, 2026 17:25

The New Arab spoke to Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf about the US-Israel war on Iran, its retaliation in the Gulf, and why a ceasefire is unlikely.

Iraq hopes to ship oil to Turkey as war cuts off exports

https://www.newarab.com/news/iraq-hopes-ship-oil-turkey-war-cuts-exports

Published: March 16, 2026 17:12

The pipeline which links Kirkuk to Ceyhan, damaged in 2014 by the Islamic State group, is 'complete' but 'a 100-kilomtre section needs inspecting'.

UAE doubles down on support for US amid Iran strikes

https://www.newarab.com/news/uae-doubles-down-support-us-amid-iran-strikes

Published: March 16, 2026 17:06

Iran has told Gulf states they will end attacks on their countries if they close US bases, with the UAE doubling down on their alliance with Washington.

Afghanistan: Four killed by Pakistan shelling amid clashes

https://www.newarab.com/news/afghanistan-four-killed-pakistan-shelling-amid-clashes

Published: March 16, 2026 16:41

Pakistani forces fired mortar shells on the Nari village of Gurbuz district and in the Afghan Dubai area of Khost, as border clashes intensify.

China says 'maintaining communication' with US over Trump visit

https://www.newarab.com/news/china-says-maintaining-communication-us-over-trump-visit

Published: March 16, 2026 15:53

Trump is set to visit China on trade talks, which could be delayed if Beijing does not assist Washington in the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.

Houthi shells Ramadan gathering in northwest Yemen, kills eight

https://www.newarab.com/news/houthi-shells-ramadan-gathering-northwest-yemen-kills-eight

Published: March 16, 2026 15:48

Houthi shelling kills eight civilians, including children, during Ramadan iftar gathering in Hajjah province, northern Yemen.

The ripple effects of the Hormuz blockade on essential products

https://www.newarab.com/news/ripple-effects-hormuz-blockade-essential-products

Published: March 16, 2026 15:32

From the metal markets to the vital supply of fertilisers, the prolonged closure of the Strait of Hormuz is proving a source of disruption to the global economy

Appeal trial opens for Sarkozy over alleged Libyan funding

https://www.newarab.com/news/appeal-trial-opens-sarkozy-over-alleged-libyan-funding

Published: March 16, 2026 14:44

Sarkozy, who already spent 20 days in prison on charges he sought Libyan financing for his 2007 election, is presumed innocent amid his retrial.

Gulf states find land routes to circumvent Iran's Hormuz attacks

https://www.newarab.com/news/gulf-states-find-land-routes-circumvent-irans-hormuz-attacks

Published: March 16, 2026 14:39

Alternative land-based supply routes are being opened for Gulf states, as Iran continues to target shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.

Israeli forces keep al-Aqsa shut on Ramadan's Laylat al-Qadr

https://www.newarab.com/news/israeli-forces-keep-al-aqsa-shut-ramadans-laylat-al-qadr

Published: March 16, 2026 14:33

Israeli forces have maintained their ban on worshippers entering the Al-Aqsa Mosque, as the Muslim holy month of Ramadan reaches its closing nights.

How to make The New Arab your top news source on Google

https://www.newarab.com/news/how-make-new-arab-your-top-news-source-google

Published: March 16, 2026 14:25

With Google's new source preference feature, you can now choose to see more from The New Arab when searching.

EU debates how to curb energy costs as Iran war hits markets

https://www.newarab.com/news/eu-debates-how-curb-energy-costs-iran-war-hits-markets

Published: March 16, 2026 14:10

The European Commission is drafting emergency measures in order to combat the surge in energy prices caused by Israel and the US's war on Iran.

As US deploy Marines near Iran, what are the objectives?

https://www.newarab.com/news/us-deploy-marines-near-iran-what-are-objectives

Published: March 16, 2026 14:00

The US military has already moved around 2,500 Marines and other naval personnel, including select special forces units.

Hamas holds talks with Trump board as Iran war strains Gaza plan

https://www.newarab.com/news/hamas-holds-talks-trump-board-iran-war-strains-gaza-plan

Published: March 16, 2026 13:08

In the meeting, Hamas warned that they could back away from previous promises made under the Gaza ceasefire if Israel continues to impose restrictions.

‘No to war and free Palestine’: How the Oscars turned political

https://www.newarab.com/news/no-war-and-free-palestine-how-oscars-turned-political

Published: March 16, 2026 12:45

From 'No to war' plea to tributes for Iran, this year’s Oscars were a stage for global solidarity, with celebrities speaking out against US-Israel actions.

Tucker Carlson says CIA after him for Iranian officials dialogue

https://www.newarab.com/news/tucker-carlson-says-cia-after-him-iranian-officials-dialogue

Published: March 16, 2026 12:27

Right-wing commentator Tucker Carlson has been increasingly critical of Israel, claiming that the CIA is pursuing him for his journalism work.

Iran 'still set to play' at 2026 World Cup: Asia football body

https://www.newarab.com/news/iran-still-set-play-2026-world-cup-asia-football-body

Published: March 16, 2026 12:01

Amid uncertainty over Iran's participation at the upcoming World Cup, the AFC said Iran is still taking part in the tournament.

Oil rises further above $100, stocks mixed as Iran war rages

https://www.newarab.com/news/oil-rises-further-above-100-stocks-mixed-iran-war-rages

Published: March 16, 2026 11:46

Oil prices are rising globally due to the Strait of Hormuz crisis triggered by the war on Iran, exceeding the $100 mark.

US‑Israel war on Iran threatens millennia of MENA civilisation

https://www.newarab.com/features/us-israel-war-iran-threatens-millennia-mena-civilisation

Published: March 16, 2026 11:41

As the war on Iran intensifies, attacks are not only killing civilians but also devastating centuries-old palaces, museums, and archaeological treasures

How realistic is a US ground operation in Iran?

https://www.newarab.com/analysis/how-realistic-us-ground-operation-iran

Published: March 16, 2026 11:40

As speculation mounts about whether US troops will be deployed in Iran, analysts say any ground operation would be narrow and tactical, rather than large-scale

Israel has ruined TikTok but that’s the point

https://www.newarab.com/opinion/israel-has-ruined-tiktok-thats-point

Published: March 16, 2026 11:25

The ADL said TikTok was a problem for Israel. Two years later, it's now owned by a pro-Israel billionaire. Coincidence? Maura Finkelstein doesn't think so.

Israeli military begins ground incursions in southern Lebanon

https://www.newarab.com/news/israeli-military-begins-ground-incursions-southern-lebanon

Published: March 16, 2026 11:08

The Israeli military said it began 'limited' ground incursions in southern Lebanon, as the war with Hezbollah rages on and enters its third week.

Iran continues Gulf strikes hitting Fujairah, Dubai, Abu Dhabi

https://www.newarab.com/news/iran-continues-gulf-strikes-hitting-fujairah-dubai-abu-dhabi

Published: March 16, 2026 10:43

Tehran’s overnight escalation brings the conflict closer to the heart of the Gulf, with US-Israeli bombardments continuing inside Iran.

Spain v Argentina 'Finalissima' cancelled amid MidEast conflict

https://www.newarab.com/news/spain-v-argentina-finalissima-cancelled-amid-mideast-conflict

Published: March 16, 2026 10:39

The highly-anticipated 'Finalissima' between Spain and Argentina will no longer go ahead in Qatar due to regional conflict, UEFA said it decided.

Celebrate Eid Eid al-Fitr 2026 with these thoughtful gift ideas

https://www.newarab.com/features/celebrate-eid-eid-al-fitr-2026-these-thoughtful-gift-ideas

Published: March 16, 2026 10:17

Eid is almost here — a season to gather with family and friends, reflect on blessings, and give meaningful gifts that spark joy, connection, and celebration

Trump calls allies to 'secure Hormuz' as Iran attacks continue

https://www.newarab.com/news/trump-calls-allies-secure-hormuz-iran-attacks-continue

Published: March 16, 2026 09:23

Trump is seeking to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, calling on his allies for help as the US and Israeli aggression on Iran remains ongoing.

Week of fire and marches: Iran counts dead as war becomes daily

https://www.newarab.com/news/week-fire-and-marches-iran-counts-dead-war-becomes-daily

Published: March 16, 2026 09:02

The Iranian city of Tehran has learned to live with the sirens. But it has not yet learned to live with what follows them.

Iran's health system strains as 15,000 wounded flood hospitals

https://www.newarab.com/news/irans-health-system-strains-15000-wounded-flood-hospitals

Published: March 16, 2026 08:31

Damage has been reported to 18 pre-hospital emergency bases and between 14 and 18 ambulances, along with several county health centres.

Israel says thousands of targets left in war on Iran

https://www.newarab.com/news/israel-says-thousands-targets-left-war-iran

Published: March 16, 2026 02:00

More than 1,200 people have been killed by US and Israeli strikes, according to Iranian health ministry figures

EU to discuss bolstering Middle East naval mission amid Iran war

https://www.newarab.com/news/eu-discuss-bolstering-middle-east-naval-mission-amid-iran-war

Published: March 16, 2026 01:13

The EU's Aspides mission was established in 2024 to protect ships from attacks by Yemen's Houthi rebel group in the Red Sea

Indian FM hails talks with Iran to open Strait of Hormuz

https://www.newarab.com/news/indian-fm-hails-talks-iran-open-strait-hormuz

Published: March 15, 2026 23:15

Two Indian-flagged liquefied petroleum gas carriers, Shivalik and Nanda Devi, carrying about 92,712 metric tons of LPG, crossed the Strait of Hormuz

UN force in Lebanon says peacekeepers fired upon

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Published: March 15, 2026 22:49

Israel said no direct talks were planned with Lebanon to end the latest war with militant group Hezbollah, which has been raging for two weeks

Five wounded in rocket attack on Baghdad airport

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Published: March 15, 2026 22:12

Security forces seized the launchpad used for the attack in the al-Radwaniya area southwest of Baghdad

Emergency stockpile oil coming soon to Iran-wracked markets: IEA

https://www.newarab.com/news/emergency-stockpile-oil-coming-soon-iran-wracked-markets-iea

Published: March 15, 2026 21:44

The bulk of the pledged reserves - 195.8 million barrels - are from member countries in the Americas

Pope decries 'atrocious violence' in Iran war, urges ceasefire

https://www.newarab.com/news/pope-decries-atrocious-violence-iran-war-urges-ceasefire

Published: March 15, 2026 20:16

The Pope warned that violence would not bring the justice, stability and peace that the peoples of the region long for

Iran wants 'review' of Arab Gulf ties, denies Saudi oil attacks

https://www.newarab.com/news/iran-wants-review-arab-gulf-ties-denies-saudi-oil-attacks

Published: March 15, 2026 19:41

In Saudi Arabia, attacks have been concentrated on the eastern region where most of the kingdom's oil is produced

Drone hits Italy-US airbase in Kuwait, no injuries

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Published: March 15, 2026 18:57

An Italian military base in Erbil, Iraqi Kurdistan, also came under drone attack late Wednesday, although again there were no injuries.

Hundreds rally in London for banned pro-Palestine march

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Published: March 15, 2026 17:56

London's Al-Quds Day march has been banned as pro-Palestine crowd protests Israeli war crimes, countered by anti-IRGC exiles backing Pahlavi.

Israeli soldiers 'beat young boys' after killing family of four

https://www.newarab.com/news/israeli-soldiers-beat-young-boys-after-killing-family-four

Published: March 15, 2026 17:55

Israeli forces reportedly beat a Palestinian boy and attempted to assault his brother after killing their parents and siblings in the West Bank

Israeli strike kills eight Palestinian police in central Gaza

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Published: March 15, 2026 17:47

Eight police officers were killed in an Israeli attack on Gaza, amid continuing daily violations of the ceasefire that have seen 660 Palestinians killed

Four children killed as storms flood towns, camps across Syria

https://www.newarab.com/news/four-children-killed-storms-flood-towns-camps-across-syria

Published: March 15, 2026 17:41

A severe storm killed four children in Raqqa as floods hit Damascus, Idlib camps and northeast Syria, causing damage, outages and displacement.

Civilians wounded as drones hit Iraqi Kurdistan region

https://www.newarab.com/news/civilians-wounded-drones-hit-iraqi-kurdistan-region

Published: March 15, 2026 17:26

Ashab al-Kahf, an Iraqi armed group aligned with Iran, claimed responsibility, saying it targeted US interests.

Iran vows to 'pursue and kill' Israel's PM Benjamin Netanyahu

https://www.newarab.com/news/iran-vows-pursue-and-kill-israels-pm-benjamin-netanyahu

Published: March 15, 2026 17:08

Iran’s IRGC has threatened to pursue and kill Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu amid new missile and drone attacks on US and Israeli targets.