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Trump says staff secretary Scharf to be new White House counsel

https://www.newarab.com/news/trump-says-staff-secretary-scharf-be-new-white-house-counsel

Published: August 9, 2026 22:30

Trump named Will Scharf as White House counsel from September, replacing David Warrington amid legal challenges over the president’s $400m ballroom project

Rockfall at Egypt's largest gold mine kills worker, injures five

https://www.newarab.com/news/rockfall-egypts-largest-gold-mine-kills-worker-injures-five

Published: August 9, 2026 21:41

A rockfall at Egypt’s Sukari gold mine killed one worker and injured five, prompting an investigation and suspension of operations in the affected area

Israel closes Palestinian Christian village to halt settlers

https://www.newarab.com/news/israel-closes-palestinian-christian-village-halt-settlers

Published: August 9, 2026 21:22

Israel has barred Israelis from entering the predominantly Christian West Bank village of Taybeh, citing escalating settler violence, amid repeated attacks

Iran says no deal unless demads met, Israel rejects Gaza plan

https://www.newarab.com/news/iran-says-no-deal-unless-demads-met-israel-rejects-gaza-plan

Published: August 9, 2026 17:07

Fragile negotiatioins are continuing between Iran and the US despite additional conditions for the reopening of Hormuz

Israel’s 'New East' Golan military project nearly 80% complete

https://www.newarab.com/news/israels-new-east-golan-military-project-nearly-80-complete

Published: August 9, 2026 16:47

Israel's expanding trench-and-berm system along the occupied Golan comes as rights groups warn that it is expanding its occupation of Syrian territory

Trump accused of Islamophobia over El-Sayed 'two Americas' post

https://www.newarab.com/news/trump-accused-islamophobia-over-el-sayed-two-americas-post

Published: August 9, 2026 16:39

Trump contrasted himself and Melania with Abdul El-Sayed and his hijab-wearing wife, drawing accusations of Islamophobia

Eight-year-old child with rare condition stranded in Gaza

https://www.newarab.com/news/eight-year-old-child-rare-condition-stranded-gaza

Published: August 9, 2026 16:30

Eight-year-old Muhammad Fasfous, suffering from a rare condition enlarging his liver and kidneys, is unable to leave Gaza for treatment

El-Sayed spoke with Obama as Michigan Democrats look to unite

https://www.newarab.com/news/el-sayed-spoke-obama-michigan-democrats-look-unite

Published: August 9, 2026 16:01

Michigan Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed says he hopes Barack Obama will campaign with him ahead of November’s midterm elections.

At least 11 killed in Houthi strikes on Yemen's Mokha

https://www.newarab.com/news/least-11-killed-houthi-strikes-yemens-mokha

Published: August 9, 2026 15:45

At least 11 people were killed in Houthi missile and drone strikes on Mokha, as the Iran-backed group also targeted Saudi oil infrastructure on Sunday.

Iran's Pezeshkian met Supreme Leader Khamenei: state media

https://www.newarab.com/news/irans-pezeshkian-met-supreme-leader-khamenei-state-media

Published: August 9, 2026 14:14

Iranian state media reports a recent meeting between President Masoud Pezeshkian and Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei amid ongoing regional tensions.

UAE extradites suspected cartel boss to Ireland

https://www.newarab.com/news/uae-extradites-suspected-cartel-boss-ireland

Published: August 9, 2026 13:34

The United Arab Emirates has handed over alleged Irish crime gang boss Daniel Kinahan to Irish authorities, the UAE state news agency (WAM) reported.

Syria and Russia reach deal on future of Tartous, Hmeimim bases

https://www.newarab.com/news/syria-and-russia-reach-deal-future-tartous-hmeimim-bases

Published: August 9, 2026 13:18

Syria and Russia agree to transform Moscow’s military facilities at Hmeimim and Tartus into joint training and rehabilitation centres within three months.

'Green Rafah': Reconstruction or a new model of Israeli control?

https://www.newarab.com/news/green-rafah-reconstruction-or-new-model-israeli-control

Published: August 9, 2026 12:58

Israel's 'Green Rafah' plan raises fears reconstruction could entrench Gaza's division and create a new model of long-term Israeli control

Netanyahu rejects US Gaza plan

https://www.newarab.com/news/netanyahu-rejects-us-gaza-plan

Published: August 9, 2026 12:25

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that Israel has rejected US President Donald Trump's Board of Peace 15-point plan for Gaza.

Morocco, Algeria reach WAFCON semi-finals and World Cup

https://www.newarab.com/news/morocco-algeria-reach-wafcon-semi-finals-and-world-cup

Published: August 9, 2026 11:13

Morocco and Algeria reach the WAFCON semi-finals and qualify for the 2027 Women’s World Cup after dramatic quarter-final victories.

Turkey says expects Egypt to join defence pact

https://www.newarab.com/news/turkey-says-expects-egypt-join-defence-pact

Published: August 9, 2026 10:41

Turkey expects Egypt to join a new defence pact with Saudi Arabia and Pakistan aimed at strengthening regional security amid the Middle East war.

Israeli group 'funding settlers accused of killing Palestinians'

https://www.newarab.com/news/israeli-group-funding-settlers-accused-killing-palestinians

Published: August 9, 2026 09:35

A PLO report has identified Israeli group Honenu as funding and defending settlers accused of attacks against Palestinians in the occupied West Bank

Yemen's Houthis say struck refinery on Saudi's Red Sea coast

https://www.newarab.com/news/yemens-houthis-say-struck-refinery-saudis-red-sea-coast

Published: August 9, 2026 09:09

Yemen’s Houthis said they attacked an oil facility Sunday in southwestern Saudi Arabia, the latest attack by the Iranian-backed rebels on the kingdom.

Houthis attack Saudi oil facility as Iran sets Hormuz demands

https://www.newarab.com/news/houthis-attack-saudi-oil-facility-iran-sets-hormuz-demands

Published: August 9, 2026 08:41

Yemen’s Houthis claim responsibility for an Aramco facility attack in Jazan province, while Iran sets tough conditions for reopening Hormuz

RSF turns to tribal mobilisation after Sudan battlefield losses

https://www.newarab.com/news/rsf-turns-tribal-mobilisation-after-sudan-battlefield-losses

Published: August 8, 2026 16:50

The RSF is seeking fresh tribal recruits in Darfur after battlefield setbacks, as Sudan's army and allied forces push west towards Darfur

Abdul El-Sayed criticises Egypt’s lack of democracy

https://www.newarab.com/news/abdul-el-sayed-criticises-egypts-lack-democracy

Published: August 8, 2026 16:36

Abdul El-Sayed has spoken out against US taxpayer funding for Egypt, saying he does not want to support policies that impose a 'strangling grip' on Egyptians.

How does Iran view the new Mecca Defence Agreement?

https://www.newarab.com/news/how-does-iran-view-new-mecca-defence-agreement

Published: August 8, 2026 16:29

Iran has reacted to the Mecca Defence Agreement cautiously, calling for Muslim unity while seeing itself as a potential target of the new deal

Leaking tanker off Omani coast is sinking deeper

https://www.newarab.com/news/leaking-tanker-omani-coast-sinking-deeper

Published: August 8, 2026 15:55

A sanctioned tanker grounded off Oman, the Caroline Bezengi, appears to be sinking and leaking rapidly escalating amounts of crude oil

Colombia’s Israel reset: What will happen under De la Espriella?

https://www.newarab.com/news/colombias-israel-reset-what-will-happen-under-de-la-espriella

Published: August 8, 2026 15:21

Colombia’s new government plans to restore full ties with Israel after Petro severed diplomatic relations in 2024 over the genocidal war on Gaza

Israel troops build earth barrier in Lebanese army-held town

https://www.newarab.com/news/israel-troops-build-earth-barrier-lebanese-army-held-town

Published: August 8, 2026 15:11

Israeli forces entered Zawtar al-Gharbiya and built a barrier, violating a June deal meant to transfer control of the Lebanese village to Beirut’s army

Hamas says still ready to go ahead with Gaza plan

https://www.newarab.com/news/hamas-says-still-ready-go-ahead-gaza-plan

Published: August 8, 2026 14:40

Hamas says it is ready to advance the US-backed Gaza peace plan but is urging Washington to pressure Israel, which denies agreeing to its next phase.

Lebanon detains Assad-era general, weighs his handover to Syria

https://www.newarab.com/news/lebanon-detains-assad-era-general-weighs-his-handover-syria

Published: August 8, 2026 14:05

Lebanon has detained former Syrian army commander Maj. Gen. Adel Issa and is considering extraditing him to Syria over alleged crimes under Assad’s rule

UAE says Iran attacked ADNOC vessel with missile in Hormuz

https://www.newarab.com/news/uae-says-iran-attacked-adnoc-vessel-missile-hormuz

Published: August 8, 2026 13:24

The UAE accused Iran of attacking an ADNOC-linked tanker in the Strait of Hormuz, calling it piracy and demanding Tehran end attacks and fully reopen Hormuz

Yemen government forces launch counterattack against Houthis

https://www.newarab.com/news/yemen-government-forces-launch-counterattack-against-houthis

Published: August 8, 2026 12:58

Yemeni government forces struck Houthi positions across several fronts after days of deadly attacks in Marib, Hadramawt and Saudi Arabia

Iran says Hormuz deal close but will not open the strait

https://www.newarab.com/news/iran-says-hormuz-deal-close-will-not-open-strait

Published: August 8, 2026 12:42

Iran and Oman are nearing a deal on a new Strait of Hormuz shipping route, but Tehran says reopening the vital waterway still depends on wider conditions

Is Yemen going back to war after deadly Houthi strikes?

https://www.newarab.com/news/yemen-going-back-war-after-deadly-houthi-strikes

Published: August 8, 2026 10:58

Deadly Houthi attacks and government retaliation are eroding Yemen's post-2022 calm, raising fears of a wider war involving Saudi Arabia.

Concerns over judge as Palestine activists face 'terror' charges

https://www.newarab.com/news/concerns-over-judge-palestine-activists-face-terror-charges

Published: August 8, 2026 10:22

A hearing set for 21 August will determine whether five Palestine Action activists will be convicted of terror offences, despite their trial having concluded

Lebanon, Israel agree on countries to verify Hezbollah disarm

https://www.newarab.com/news/lebanon-israel-agree-countries-verify-hezbollah-disarm

Published: August 8, 2026 08:43

Lebanon and Israel have agreed to a shortlist of potential foreign troop contributors to oversee Hezbollah’s disarmament, despite the group's rejection

US and Iran expected to reach Hormuz deal soon

https://www.newarab.com/news/us-and-iran-expected-reach-hormuz-deal-soon

Published: August 8, 2026 07:59

The US, Iran and Oman are expected to announce an agreement on the Strait of Hormuz amid reports of progress in negotiations

US expects deal 'soon' on Strait of Hormuz between Iran and Oman

https://www.newarab.com/news/us-expects-deal-soon-strait-hormuz-between-iran-and-oman

Published: August 8, 2026 02:28

A US official who declined to be named said that progress is being made concerning a deal on the Strait of Hormuz between Iran and Oman.

Iraqi PM, Saudi intelligence chief discuss regional security

https://www.newarab.com/news/iraqi-pm-saudi-intelligence-chief-discuss-regional-security

Published: August 8, 2026 01:48

In his meeting in Saudi Arabia, Zaidi said Iraq would not allow its territory to be used to launch attacks or activities targeting any other country.

Ceuta tragedy: Were Moroccan migrants used as political pawns?

https://www.newarab.com/opinion/ceuta-tragedy-were-moroccan-migrants-used-political-pawns

Published: August 7, 2026 23:25

The Ceuta tragedy raises troubling questions about Moroccan authorities, Israel and whether desperate migrants were sacrificed to political agendas.

US sanctions Dubai crypto exchange for aiding Iran's IRGC

https://www.newarab.com/news/us-sanctions-dubai-crypto-exchange-aiding-irans-irgc

Published: August 7, 2026 23:08

The US has sanctioned the Dubai-based crypto currency exchange Shelbit for helping the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps evade sanctions.

Morocco: Taxi drivers jailed in 'harsh ruling' after Ceuta surge

https://www.newarab.com/news/morocco-taxi-drivers-jailed-harsh-ruling-after-ceuta-surge

Published: August 7, 2026 21:21

Judges in Tetouan found seven taxi drivers guilty 'facilitating the illegal exit of Moroccans and foreigners through unauthorised border points'.

Spain warns Italy with retaliation if border checks not lifted

https://www.newarab.com/news/spain-warns-italy-retaliation-if-border-checks-not-lifted

Published: August 7, 2026 18:26

Spain called Italy's measures suspending its visa-free Schengen travel deal with Spain following the Ceuta crisis 'unfair, contrary to the EU's interests'.

The Iran-Oman Hormuz deal: A breakthrough, but what comes next?

https://www.newarab.com/analysis/iran-oman-hormuz-deal-breakthrough-what-comes-next

Published: August 7, 2026 18:06

Analysis: The real test of the Hormuz deal is whether it can turn a tactical compromise into a durable diplomatic opening between the US and Iran

Yemen: Houthi attacks kill five as rebels target oil-rich Marib

https://www.newarab.com/news/yemen-houthi-attacks-kill-five-rebels-target-oil-rich-marib

Published: August 7, 2026 17:18

A Houthi drone strike in Marib killed three members of government forces, while two civilians were killed after residential areas were shelled.

Pro-Gaza scholar wins settlement against Minnesota university

https://www.newarab.com/news/pro-gaza-scholar-wins-settlement-against-minnesota-university

Published: August 7, 2026 16:59

Raz Segal won a $250,000 settlement against the University of Minnesota which he says offers a small but vital opening for academics targeted over Palestine

'We mourn them': Ceuta migrant crisis death toll exceeds 140

https://www.newarab.com/news/we-mourn-them-ceuta-migrant-crisis-death-toll-exceeds-140

Published: August 7, 2026 16:42

The death toll following the Ceuta migration incident last week has reached over 140, in one of Morocco's deadliest incidents concerning migration.

Mecca defence pact: A new 'Sunni NATO' in the Middle East?

https://www.newarab.com/news/mecca-defence-pact-new-sunni-nato-middle-east

Published: August 7, 2026 16:19

Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan's new defence pact creates an Article 5-style guarantee, raising major questions for Israel and Iran.

Death penalty sought for Syrian 'regime mufti' Ahmad Hassoun

https://www.newarab.com/news/death-penalty-sought-syrian-regime-mufti-ahmad-hassoun

Published: August 7, 2026 15:48

Death penalty sought for former Grand Mufti Ahmad Hassoun, with Syria's transitional justice court due to issue a verdict on 24 Augu.

Mecca defence agreement signed amid war, Hormuz tensions

https://www.newarab.com/news/mecca-defence-agreement-signed-amid-war-hormuz-tensions

Published: August 7, 2026 15:26

The defence agreement's signatories say the pact 'meant an attack on any member would be regarded as an attack on all,' as Iran-related tensions continue

Is the US really running out of munitions in its war on Iran?

https://www.newarab.com/news/us-really-running-out-munitions-its-war-iran

Published: August 7, 2026 15:22

Trump reportedly demanded that his Secretary of War, Pete Hegseth, answer as to why he had been misled on munitions shortages

Mossad officials sacked over failed Iran regime change plot

https://www.newarab.com/news/mossad-officials-sacked-over-failed-iran-regime-change-plot

Published: August 7, 2026 13:46

Current and former Mossad figures cited by Israeli media have accused Benjamin Netanyahu and Mossad chief Roman Gofman of scapegoating the sacked officials

Trump’s Board of Peace to construct Moroccan army base in Gaza

https://www.newarab.com/news/trumps-board-peace-construct-moroccan-army-base-gaza

Published: August 7, 2026 13:39

The Board of Peace has reportedly given a contract to Arkel International to build an outpost in Gaza where Moroccan troops will be present

Ben Shapiro’s new 'Infidels' movie accused of Islamophobia

https://www.newarab.com/news/ben-shapiros-new-infidels-movie-accused-islamophobia

Published: August 7, 2026 13:16

Run Hide Fight: Infidels has drawn criticism for conflating pro-Palestine activism with Islamic State group violence and recycling post-9/11 anti-Muslim tropes

Techno-Authoritarianism

https://www.newarab.com/graphic-truth/techno-authoritarianism

Published: August 7, 2026 12:44

The New Arab/Al-Araby Al-Jadeed Cartoon of the Day by Palestinian-Jordanian editorial cartoonist Emad Hajjaj.

Thousands back British actress Nadia Sawalha against ITV dispute

https://www.newarab.com/news/thousands-back-british-actress-nadia-sawalha-against-itv-dispute

Published: August 7, 2026 12:27

Sawalha has threatened legal action against the broadcaster, accusing it of penalising her for her support for the rights of the Palestinian people.

Turkey, Pakistan, and Saudi Arabia signs mutual defence pact

https://www.newarab.com/news/turkey-pakistan-and-saudi-arabia-sign-mutual-defence-pact

Published: August 7, 2026 12:14

The deal stipulates that an armed attack on either of the three countries will be regarded as an attack against them all.

Settler who killed Palestinian activist charged with homicide

https://www.newarab.com/news/settler-who-killed-palestinian-activist-charged-homicide

Published: August 7, 2026 12:01

Awdah Hathaleen captured his own killing by settler Yinon Levi on video, as the latter fired towards residents of the village of Umm al-Khair

Fears for civilians amid new Sudan army offensives against RSF

https://www.newarab.com/news/fears-civilians-amid-new-sudan-army-offensives-against-rsf

Published: August 7, 2026 11:07

Fighting between the Sudanese Army and the RSF has increased in recent weeks, as the army looks to make further gains after victories in North Kordofan.

Omar Badawy on cutting through prejudice with comedy

https://www.newarab.com/features/omar-badawy-cutting-through-prejudice-comedy

Published: August 7, 2026 10:31

The New Arab Meets: Comedian Omar Badawy to discuss how satire, storytelling and stand-up can challenge stereotypes and bring audiences together

Syria's MoH: 14 wounded, no deaths in Damascus minibus blast

https://www.newarab.com/news/syrias-moh-14-wounded-no-deaths-damascus-minibus-blast

Published: August 7, 2026 08:43

A little-known group calling itself "Minbar Ansar al-Rasoul" issued a statement claiming responsibility for the attack.

Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan to sign joint defence deal

https://www.newarab.com/news/saudi-arabia-turkey-and-pakistan-sign-joint-defence-deal

Published: August 7, 2026 08:32

The pact follows nearly a year of negotiations and as the Iran war exposes Gulf states' security vulnerabilities.

Houthi attacks kill 58 Saudi-backed Yemeni govt forces

https://www.newarab.com/news/houthi-attacks-kill-58-saudi-backed-yemeni-govt-forces

Published: August 7, 2026 08:09

A military official, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said Thursday's attacks on troop camps were the worst in Yemen since 2022.

Uganda authorises Gaza troop deployment under disarmament plan

https://www.newarab.com/news/uganda-authorises-gaza-troop-deployment-under-disarmament-plan-0

Published: August 7, 2026 07:35

The Ugandan Parliament passed a motion supporting President Yoweri Museveni's decision to "deploy the Uganda People's Defence Forces in the Gaza Strip..."

Gaza's high school graduates face battle for higher education

https://www.newarab.com/news/gazas-high-school-graduates-face-battle-higher-education

Published: August 7, 2026 07:10

Before Israel's genocidal war, Gaza had 38 universities and colleges serving tens of thousands of students. Around 80% of these institutions have been hit.

Hormuz deal close, with Trump saying Iran war to end soon

https://www.newarab.com/news/hormuz-deal-close-trump-saying-iran-war-end-soon

Published: August 7, 2026 06:18

US President Donald Trump says he expects the war on Iran to end "pretty soon" as Iran and Oman near deal to reopen Hormuz.

How anti-Palestinian racism drives Britain’s two-tier policing

https://www.newarab.com/opinion/how-anti-palestinian-racism-drives-britains-two-tier-policing

Published: August 6, 2026 22:33

Over 2,000 Britons served in the Israeli military during the Gaza genocide, yet the British state targeted Palestine solidarity instead, writes Jeanine Hourani.

Lebanon debates Solidere's future as Beirut considers extension

https://www.newarab.com/news/lebanon-debates-solideres-future-beirut-considers-extension

Published: August 6, 2026 17:03

Beirut is weighing a decades-long extension for Solidere, reopening fierce debate over the company that reshaped the city's downtown after the civil war.

Ex-Muslim Republican loses primary 'because of Arabic name'

https://www.newarab.com/news/ex-muslim-republican-loses-primary-because-arabic-name

Published: August 6, 2026 16:58

Voters from Donald Trump's MAGA base appeared unconvinced by Amir Hassan's story of converting from Islam to Christianity,

Carrefour deepens Israel expansion, supplying security ministry

https://www.newarab.com/news/carrefour-deepens-israel-expansion-supplying-security-ministry

Published: August 6, 2026 16:39

The French company is reported to have signed a contract with Israel’s Ministry of Security to provide foodstuffs to the ministry’s hospitality lounges.

UK charity regulator probing funds sent to Israeli settlements

https://www.newarab.com/news/uk-charity-regulator-probing-funds-sent-israeli-settlements

Published: August 6, 2026 16:28

The Charity Commission told The New Arab that there is no time frame on the probe, which seeks to establish the amount and purpose of the donations.

$100k raised for Burger King worker fired over 'Free Palestine'

https://www.newarab.com/news/100k-raised-burger-king-worker-fired-over-free-palestine

Published: August 6, 2026 16:07

A fundraiser has raised over $127,000 for a Burger King employee who was sacked after saying 'Free Palestine' to a customer who identified himself as Israeli.

Life of Gaza hospital director in 'tangible and imminent danger'

https://www.newarab.com/news/life-gaza-hospital-director-tangible-and-imminent-danger

Published: August 6, 2026 15:48

Physicians for Human Rights-Israel has filed a petition requesting an independent investigation into Dr. Abu Safiya's case amid reports of torture

Inside Fatiha El Ghorri’s journey to British comedy fame

https://www.newarab.com/features/inside-fatiha-el-ghorris-journey-british-comedy-fame

Published: August 6, 2026 15:39

The New Arab Meets: Fatiha El Ghorri to discuss breaking barriers in British comedy, embracing her identity and finding humour in life’s challenges

NGOs urge war crime probe into Israel's killing of Amal Khalil

https://www.newarab.com/news/ngos-urge-war-crime-probe-israels-killing-amal-khalil

Published: August 6, 2026 15:01

Evidence gathered at the site of the killing of Lebanese journalist Amal Khalil earlier this year points to a war crime committed by Israel, HRW says.

How Ceuta is rejecting the far-right's anti-migrant agenda

https://www.newarab.com/opinion/how-ceuta-rejecting-far-rights-anti-migrant-agenda

Published: August 6, 2026 14:37

Ceuta’s centuries-old coexistence among Muslim, Christian, Jewish and Hindu communities is challenging the far right’s attempts to sow division.

Mo Salah completes two-year move to Turkey's Trabzonspor

https://www.newarab.com/news/mo-salah-completes-two-year-move-turkeys-trabzonspor

Published: August 6, 2026 14:07

The 34-year-old Egyptian international reached "a two-year agreement" with the club on the Black Sea coast who will compete in the Europa League play-off round.

How Israel's election is driving a surge in settler violence

https://www.newarab.com/analysis/how-israels-election-driving-surge-settler-violence

Published: August 6, 2026 13:48

In-Depth: Settler violence in the West Bank is being driven by a race to create facts on the ground before Israel's election could shift the balance of power

Iran threatened to 'black out' Gulf if US hit power plants

https://www.newarab.com/news/iran-threatened-black-out-gulf-if-us-hit-power-plants

Published: August 6, 2026 13:43

Trump said the planned strikes would have been "biggest attack since World War II", with US media reporting he was considering hitting energy infrastructure.

Lebanon-Israel talks in third day as Israeli strikes continue

https://www.newarab.com/news/lebanon-israel-talks-third-day-israeli-strikes-continue

Published: August 6, 2026 13:30

Lebanese and Israeli officials push ahead with US-mediated talks on pilot zones and prisoner swaps, even as Israeli attacks threaten to derail the negotiations.

Israel’s Social Fabric

https://www.newarab.com/graphic-truth/israels-social-fabric

Published: August 6, 2026 13:25

The New Arab/Al-Araby Al-Jadeed Cartoon of the Day by Palestinian-Jordanian editorial cartoonist Emad Hajjaj.

Israel 'systematically eroding' West Bank health system

https://www.newarab.com/news/israel-systematically-eroding-west-bank-health-system

Published: August 6, 2026 13:11

Around 75% of the Palestinian Health Ministry's 590 service branches are now only functioning one or two days a week, straining health services in the West Bank

UN rights experts urge action to avert 'silent Gaza' in Cuba

https://www.newarab.com/news/un-rights-experts-urge-action-avert-silent-gaza-cuba

Published: August 6, 2026 12:03

"The US government must cease all threats and hostile acts against Cuba's sovereignty and revoke all measures it has imposed on the country...," they said.

‘No other option’: Youth caught in Ceuta crisis speak out

https://www.newarab.com/features/no-other-option-youth-caught-ceuta-crisis-speak-out

Published: August 6, 2026 11:44

They arrived in Ceuta hoping for a better future, but many youth found themselves facing overcrowded centres, uncertainty and a lack of support

Palestine's fig capital, Tel, is being dried out by Israel

https://www.newarab.com/news/palestines-fig-capital-tel-being-dried-out-israel

Published: August 6, 2026 11:23

Once celebrated as Palestine's fig capital, the village of Tel now faces growing Israeli settlement expansion, and a threat to its future.

UN-backed panel agrees new mechanism for Libya elections chief

https://www.newarab.com/news/un-backed-panel-agrees-new-mechanism-libya-elections-chief

Published: August 6, 2026 10:34

Although the move was welcomed, analysts warn that the new mechanisms risks legitimising the political stalemate without genuine will from the actors involved

Has Iraq's anti-corruption campaign lost momentum?

https://www.newarab.com/news/has-iraqs-anti-corruption-campaign-lost-momentum

Published: August 6, 2026 10:27

In February, Iraq ranked 140th globally out of 180 countries listed in the Global Transparency Index, while it ranked eighth among the most corrupt Arab states.

Just 35% of Americans approve of US-Israeli war on Iran: poll

https://www.newarab.com/news/just-35-americans-approve-us-israeli-war-iran-poll

Published: August 6, 2026 10:15

Fifty percent of poll respondents said they thought US military action in Iran would destabilise the region over the next year.

Arab, Muslim Americans bask in joy over El-Sayed's Michigan win

https://www.newarab.com/news/arab-muslim-americans-bask-joy-over-el-sayeds-michigan-win

Published: August 6, 2026 09:31

“I just spoke with my mom in Lebanon today. Whether it’s Lebanon or Egypt, this is a race not just affecting Michigan.”

US lifts sanctions on Iraqi airline allegedly linked to IRGC

https://www.newarab.com/news/us-lifts-sanctions-iraqi-airline-allegedly-linked-irgc

Published: August 6, 2026 09:09

"FBA (Fly Baghdad Airlines) has demonstrated major changes to their operations such that their listing is no longer warranted," the official said.

Egypt ramps up Red Sea naval presence amid Damietta fallout

https://www.newarab.com/news/egypt-ramps-red-sea-naval-presence-amid-damietta-fallout

Published: August 6, 2026 08:26

The Damietta strike has left Egyptian officials worried about the security of their country's ports and sea lanes, with the Red Sea fast becoming a flashpoint.

Iran and Oman inch closer to Hormuz deal

https://www.newarab.com/news/iran-and-oman-inch-closer-hormuz-deal

Published: August 6, 2026 06:30

A deal between Oman and Iran on Hormuz is reportedly near its final stages, but the shadow of US attack still looms large.

Iran, Oman close to Hormuz deal - but reopening depends on US

https://www.newarab.com/news/iran-oman-close-hormuz-deal-reopening-depends-us

Published: August 5, 2026 22:00

Iran and Oman have agreed a route for ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz and are putting the final touches on arrangements for jointly managing the waterway.

As Abdul El-Sayed wins Michigan primary, is it the end of AIPAC?

https://www.newarab.com/opinion/abdul-el-sayed-wins-michigan-primary-it-end-aipac

Published: August 5, 2026 21:59

Abdul El-Sayed's victory underscores a deepening divide within the Democratic party as progressives take on corporate donors and AIPAC in US elections.

Yemen's Houthis say attacked two Saudi oil tankers

https://www.newarab.com/news/yemens-houthis-say-attacked-two-saudi-oil-tankers

Published: August 5, 2026 21:13

The Houthis said on Wednesday that they attacked two Saudi oil tankers, as the rebels pressed on with their maritime blockade of the kingdom.

Israel rejects US-backed Gaza, disarmament plan

https://www.newarab.com/news/israel-rejects-us-backed-gaza-disarmament-plan

Published: August 5, 2026 20:21

The Israeli military has also vowed to keep up attacks in Gaza in violation of the ceasefire, despite Hamas's agreement to surrender its weapons.

Israeli forces raid Palestinian refugee camp near Jerusalem

https://www.newarab.com/news/israeli-forces-raid-palestinian-refugee-camp-near-jerusalem

Published: August 5, 2026 18:15

Israeli forces arrested at least 20 people during a raid on the Qalandia camp whose residents fear authorities will soon move to displace them from their homes.

Israel resumes Lebanon strikes as talks underway in Rome

https://www.newarab.com/news/israel-resumes-lebanon-strikes-talks-underway-rome

Published: August 5, 2026 17:49

At least one person was killed in the strikes, which came after two Israeli troops were killed and seven wounded in a blast in the south of the country.

Mohamed Salah set to join Turkish side Trabzonspor

https://www.newarab.com/news/mohamed-salah-set-join-turkish-side-trabzonspor

Published: August 5, 2026 17:37

The Egyptian star arrived in Istanbul on Wednesday ahead of the expected move wearing the Black Sea club's burgundy and blue kit.

Egyptian TV host Sarah Khalifa sentenced to death in drugs case

https://www.newarab.com/news/egyptian-tv-host-sarah-khalifa-sentenced-death-drugs-case

Published: August 5, 2026 16:59

The verdict against the television presenter and social media influencer comes over a year after her arrest.

Why Saudi Arabia is redefining its role in the Iran war

https://www.newarab.com/analysis/why-saudi-arabia-redefining-its-role-iran-war

Published: August 5, 2026 16:49

Analysis: From airstrikes to a maritime Red Sea coalition, Saudi Arabia is adapting to a regional war that no longer allows it to remain on the sidelines

Fifth of Iranian attacks on Gulf target non-military facilities

https://www.newarab.com/news/fifth-iranian-attacks-gulf-target-non-military-facilities

Published: August 5, 2026 15:54

Iran's strikes on the Gulf have seen the UAE, Kuwait and Bahrain bear the brunt of its attacks, which have ebbed and flowed with each round of clashes.

UK academic David Miller wins landmark anti-Zionism case

https://www.newarab.com/news/uk-academic-david-miller-wins-landmark-anti-zionism-case

Published: August 5, 2026 15:04

The tribunal confirmed that anti-Zionism is a protected belief under the Equality Act, setting a precedent for UK law.