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Trump says Iran peace deal to be signed Sunday, opening Hormuz
https://www.newarab.com/news/trump-says-iran-peace-deal-be-signed-sunday-opening-hormuz
Published: June 13, 2026 17:30
US President Donald Trump said a long-awaited deal to end the war with Iran and in the Middle East is scheduled to be signed on Sunday.
Prioritise Lebanon interests over Iran, PM Salam tells Hezbollah
https://www.newarab.com/news/prioritise-lebanon-interests-over-iran-pm-salam-tells-hezbollah
Published: June 13, 2026 17:01
The Lebanese prime minister has repeatedly accused Iran of interfering in internal Lebanese affairs and using Lebanon as a bargaining chip.
Israeli, Palestinian groups urge G7 support for two-state solution
https://www.newarab.com/news/israeli-palestinian-groups-urge-g7-support-two-state-solution
Published: June 13, 2026 16:24
Israeli and Palestinian civil society groups delivered an appeal in France on Friday to urge the international community not to abandon a two-state solution.
Syria arrests former Assad official linked to Daraa abuses
https://www.newarab.com/news/syria-arrests-former-assad-official-linked-daraa-abuses
Published: June 13, 2026 16:15
The interior ministry said on Saturday it had detained Raafat Anwar Al-Amoudi, who is accused of participating in enforced disappearances during the uprising.
Belgium seek statement start as Egypt chase first World Cup win
https://www.newarab.com/news/belgium-seek-statement-start-egypt-chase-first-world-cup-win
Published: June 13, 2026 16:07
Belgium are transitioning to a younger squad under coach Rudi Garcia while retaining experienced players ahead of upcoming fixtures.
Israeli settlers shoot, injure disabled Palestinian man in WB
https://www.newarab.com/news/israeli-settlers-shoot-injure-disabled-palestinian-man-wb
Published: June 13, 2026 15:51
The head of the Palestinian village of Duma confirmed that the man suffered from a mental disability and was held by Israeli forces after being shot.
Thousands turn out for anti-racism rally after Belfast unrest
https://www.newarab.com/news/thousands-turn-out-anti-racism-rally-after-belfast-unrest
Published: June 13, 2026 15:47
Thousands gathered in Belfast for an anti-racism rally over unrest sparked by a viral stabbing incident and subsequent nights of disorder in Northern Ireland.
Morocco coach says 'don't fear' Brazil ahead of World Cup opener
https://www.newarab.com/news/morocco-coach-says-dont-fear-brazil-ahead-world-cup-opener
Published: June 13, 2026 15:01
Morocco coach Mohamed Ouahbi has urged his players not to fear Brazil ahead of their World Cup opener, saying the Atlas Lions are ready for the challenge.
France say Israeli spy firm behind fake Palestinian aid charity
https://www.newarab.com/news/france-say-israeli-spy-firm-behind-fake-palestinian-aid-charity
Published: June 13, 2026 15:00
Israeli private intelligence firm BlackCore has been accused by French authorities of running disinformation operations in several Western countries.
Syrian president has no intention of intervening in Lebanon
https://www.newarab.com/news/syrian-president-has-no-intention-intervening-lebanon
Published: June 13, 2026 14:55
Damascus says it will not intervene in Lebanon, pushing back on suggestions from US officials of a potential Syrian role in the conflict.
India FM calls Rubio over Gulf ship attacks
https://www.newarab.com/news/india-fm-calls-rubio-over-gulf-ship-attacks
Published: June 13, 2026 14:46
External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar raised concerns directly with Marco Rubio following attacks on Indian-crewed ships in the Gulf of Oman.
Rotting body found near Iran's World Cup training venue
https://www.newarab.com/news/rotting-body-found-near-irans-world-cup-training-venue
Published: June 13, 2026 14:32
A body was found near Iranās training base in Mexico during the World Cup, though there is no indication the incident was connected to the team.
Funeral for slain Iranian Supreme Leader Khamenei set for July
https://www.newarab.com/news/funeral-slain-iranian-supreme-leader-khamenei-set-july
Published: June 13, 2026 13:59
Iran has announced funeral arrangements for former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, who was killed in February, with ceremonies planned in Tehran, Qom and Mashhad.
Mediator Pakistan expects US-Iran deal within 24 hours
https://www.newarab.com/news/mediator-pakistan-expects-us-iran-deal-within-24-hours
Published: June 13, 2026 11:56
Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said on Saturday that the final text of the agreement has been reached, marking what he described as significant.
Mayor among dead as Israeli attacks hit south Lebanon districts
https://www.newarab.com/news/mayor-among-dead-israeli-attacks-hit-south-lebanon-districts
Published: June 13, 2026 11:21
Israeli air and drone strikes hit multiple areas in southern Lebanon, killing at least five people including a municipal mayor.
Thousands of Syrians trapped in Netherlands asylum limbo
https://www.newarab.com/news/thousands-syrians-trapped-netherlands-asylum-limbo
Published: June 13, 2026 10:56
Legal experts say new rules aimed at speeding up asylum processing are unlikely to ease the backlog of more than 50,000 applicants.
US deports Iran activist to Central African Republic: lawyer
https://www.newarab.com/news/us-deports-iran-activist-central-african-republic-lawyer
Published: June 13, 2026 09:33
A US deportation flight landed in the Central African Republic on Friday, carrying nationals from Iran, Afghanistan, Turkey and Georgia.
US says downed multiple Iran drones as both insist deal closer
https://www.newarab.com/news/us-says-downed-multiple-iran-drones-both-insist-deal-closer
Published: June 13, 2026 09:01
US forces have "downed" several Iranian drones targeting commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz, the military said late Friday.
A little distraction hurts nobody?
https://www.newarab.com/graphic-truth/little-distraction-hurts-nobody
Published: June 13, 2026 08:34
The New Arab/Al-Araby Al-Jadeed Cartoon of the Day by Palestinian-Jordanian editorial cartoonist Emad Hajjaj.
US, Iran signal a peace deal is near; Israel bombs Lebanon
https://www.newarab.com/news/us-iran-signal-peace-deal-near-israel-bombs-lebanon
Published: June 13, 2026 08:29
US-Iran peace talks edge towards an agreement and await final signatures, as residents in south Lebanon flee after further Israeli evacuation warnings.
UAE to unlock billions of dollars for Iran, sources say
https://www.newarab.com/news/uae-unlock-billions-dollars-iran-sources-say
Published: June 12, 2026 23:40
The UAE denies reports that it agreed to release billions to Iran as negotiations continue to end the United States' war on Iran
Iran-US peace deal near as talks reach final stage
https://www.newarab.com/news/iran-us-peace-deal-near-talks-reach-final-stage
Published: June 12, 2026 23:11
Iran and the US say a peace deal is closer than ever, though key disputes remain over uranium enrichment and sanctions relief.
Head of Palestinian football not given visa to attend World Cup
https://www.newarab.com/news/head-palestinian-football-not-given-visa-attend-world-cup
Published: June 12, 2026 22:48
Palestinian football chief Jibril Rajoub awaits a US visa for the 2026 FIFA World Cup amid growing concerns over entry restrictions.
Vatican envoy's aid convoy stopped by Israeli army in S. Lebanon
https://www.newarab.com/news/vatican-envoys-aid-convoy-stopped-israeli-army-s-lebanon
Published: June 12, 2026 21:47
An Israeli military unit stopped a Vatican-led aid convoy in southern Lebanon, forcing it to reroute as border villages remain isolated.
Palestine Action activists sentenced as terrorists in UK court
https://www.newarab.com/news/palestine-action-activists-sentenced-terrorists-uk-court
Published: June 12, 2026 17:01
Four members of the 'Filton 25' were sentenced for destroying equipment at an Israel-based defence firm's UK factory.
How cultural workers are protecting South Lebanonās memory
https://www.newarab.com/news/how-cultural-workers-are-protecting-south-lebanons-memory
Published: June 12, 2026 16:58
Conceived as an open, nationwide civil initiative, a new project aims to protect southern Lebanonās cultural memory from Israel's brutal war.
Israeli firm accused of meddling in Scotland, New York elections
https://www.newarab.com/news/israeli-firm-accused-meddling-scotland-new-york-elections
Published: June 12, 2026 16:50
French authorities have alleged that Israeli private intelligence firm BlackCore meddled in democratic elections in Scotland and New York.
UK Arab community 'alarmed' after Belfast anti-migrant violence
https://www.newarab.com/news/uk-arab-community-alarmed-after-belfast-anti-migrant-violence
Published: June 12, 2026 16:43
The Arab Community Conference condemned the "senseless" targeting of minorities during anti-migrant protests in Northern Ireland this week.
US investigating prominent Iran war critic Trita Parsi: report
https://www.newarab.com/news/us-investigating-prominent-iran-war-critic-trita-parsi-report
Published: June 12, 2026 16:36
The US State Department ruled out plans to revoke Parsiās green card, saying however that it could not rule out future immigration decisions against him
85% of Lebanon's displaced not given shelter by government
https://www.newarab.com/news/85-lebanons-displaced-not-given-shelter-government
Published: June 12, 2026 16:12
A study finds 85% of displaced people in Lebanon live outside official shelters, bearing housing and survival costs themselves.
Is the UK complicit in Israeli abuse of Gaza flotilla activists?
https://www.newarab.com/opinion/uk-complicit-israeli-abuse-gaza-flotilla-activists
Published: June 12, 2026 16:04
The UKās handling of detained flotilla activists suggests a willingness to look away when ally Israel is accused of abuse, writes Nadeem Dawud.
Syria probing leak of hundreds of foreign ministry documents
https://www.newarab.com/news/syria-probing-leak-hundreds-foreign-ministry-documents
Published: June 12, 2026 16:02
Syria launched an investigation into a leak of hundreds of documents from the Foreign Ministry documents, while saying it was not the result of a cyber attack.
Sadiq Khan opposes London Israeli settlement property event
https://www.newarab.com/news/sadiq-khan-opposes-london-israeli-settlement-property-event
Published: June 12, 2026 15:35
A London event promoting homes in illegal West Bank settlements is under scrutiny as the Green Party condemned āprofiting from the theft of Palestinian land".
Trump says Iran's leaked deal terms are untrue
https://www.newarab.com/news/trump-says-irans-leaked-deal-terms-are-untrue
Published: June 12, 2026 14:56
Trump has rejected Iran's reported version of the US-Iran MOU, calling the 14-point draft false amid conflicting claims on sanctions relief and nuclear terms.
London must not become a marketplace for stolen Palestinian land
https://www.newarab.com/opinion/london-must-not-become-marketplace-stolen-palestinian-land
Published: June 12, 2026 14:27
The Israeli property fair taking place in London turns occupation, exile and dispossession into an investment opportunity, argues Tamara Alfarisi.
Around 1.3 million Syrian refugees returned in 2025: UNHCR
https://www.newarab.com/news/around-13-million-syrian-refugees-returned-2025-unhcr
Published: June 12, 2026 13:55
Around 1.3 million Syrian refugees have returned to their country despite continued difficulties including limited job opportunities and high costs of housing
Morocco sentences 18 people over Gen Z protests
https://www.newarab.com/news/morocco-sentences-18-people-over-gen-z-protests
Published: June 12, 2026 13:11
More than 2,400 people have faced prosecution over the protests, while over 1,400 were already in detention by October of last year.
Hezbollah links Lebanon to US-Iran deal amid tensions with govt
https://www.newarab.com/news/hezbollah-links-lebanon-us-iran-deal-amid-tensions-govt
Published: June 12, 2026 12:39
According to a draft US-Iran deal, a full ceasefire could be implemented for 60 days in Lebanon, ending all hostilities in the country's south.
Gaza watches 2026 World Cup despite Israel's genocide
https://www.newarab.com/news/gaza-watches-2026-world-cup-despite-israels-genocide
Published: June 12, 2026 12:24
"The same country hosting the worldās biggest football tournament is also the country that has supported Israel throughout this war."
Plan for a 'Central Region Province' in Libya is falling apart
https://www.newarab.com/news/plan-central-region-province-libya-falling-apart
Published: June 12, 2026 12:08
These municipalities span a geographical area surrounding the city of Misrata, from west of Sirte in the east to Tarhuna, southeast of Tripoli.
World's first gig economy treaty adopted at the ILO
https://www.newarab.com/news/worlds-first-gig-economy-treaty-adopted-ilo
Published: June 12, 2026 11:54
The convention applies to all platform workers, regardless of their employment status, according to the text adopted by ILO members.
What we know so far about the reported USāIran MOU
https://www.newarab.com/news/what-we-know-so-far-about-reported-us-iran-mou
Published: June 12, 2026 11:28
Iran published a 14-point draft MOU which appears to provide for an immediate ceasefire on all fronts, including Lebanon, alongside a withdrawal of US forces
Gazan rapper Shamaly's story of survival through music
https://www.newarab.com/features/gazan-rapper-shamalys-story-survival-through-music
Published: June 12, 2026 11:17
The New Arab Meets: Shamaly, the Gazan rapper documenting life before, during, and after genocide through music born in war-torn Gaza
Iran-linked Handala claims hack of FBI drones
https://www.newarab.com/news/iran-linked-handala-claims-hack-fbi-drones
Published: June 12, 2026 10:52
The US State Department has offered a reward of up to $10 million for information leading to the identification of the group's members.
UK charities donated £28 million to illegal Israeli settlements
https://www.newarab.com/news/uk-charities-donated-ps28-million-illegal-israeli-settlements
Published: June 12, 2026 10:05
Labour MP Melanie Ward has found that at least 32 UK charities that have sent £28 million to settlements in recent years
Donald Trump lost support with independents: poll
https://www.newarab.com/news/donald-trump-lost-support-independents-poll
Published: June 12, 2026 09:20
About 4 in 10 independent votersā42%āvoted for Trump in 2024, up from 37% in the 2020 presidential election.
Trauma lingers in Mosul 12 years on from fall to freedom from IS
https://www.newarab.com/news/trauma-lingers-mosul-12-years-fall-freedom
Published: June 12, 2026 09:19
Twelve years on, residents continue to demand accountability as questions about how Mosul's collapse happened in the first place remain unanswered.
UN says Taliban arrest 30 women for violating hijab rules
https://www.newarab.com/news/un-says-taliban-arrest-30-women-violating-hijab-rules
Published: June 12, 2026 08:47
"The arrests have heightened fear and apprehension among women and girls across Afghanistan," UN Women said.
Visa Auto Rejection (VAR) at Trumpās World Cup
https://www.newarab.com/graphic-truth/visa-auto-rejection-var-trumps-world-cup
Published: June 12, 2026 08:16
The New Arab/Al-Araby Al-Jadeed Cartoon of the Day by Palestinian-Jordanian editorial cartoonist Emad Hajjaj.
Cautious calm as Trump claims Iran deal to be signed 'shortly'
https://www.newarab.com/news/cautious-calm-trump-claims-iran-deal-be-signed-shortly
Published: June 12, 2026 06:23
United States President Donald Trump claims that aĀ deal with TehranĀ is close to being finalised and signed, while the Iranian side is a bit more cautious.
Israel releases Hamas co-founder after two years of detention
https://www.newarab.com/news/israel-releases-hamas-co-founder-after-two-years-detention
Published: June 12, 2026 00:56
Hassan Yousef, a Hamas leader in the West Bank, was arrested and detained soon after the 7 October 2023 events and held since.
Co-hosts Mexico kick off 2026 World Cup with a victory
https://www.newarab.com/news/co-hosts-mexico-kick-2026-world-cup-victory
Published: June 11, 2026 23:35
The World Cup's opening match featured co-hosts Mexico beat South Africa 2-0 at the Azteca Stadium in Mexico City.
US planning 'to deport' Iranians to Central African Republic
https://www.newarab.com/news/us-planning-deport-iranians-central-african-republic
Published: June 11, 2026 21:42
The US is reportedly aiming to deport 20 people, including Iranians, Syrians, and Afghans to the Central African Republic.
Trump claims 'great' Iran deal, Tehran says no decision yet
https://www.newarab.com/news/trump-claims-great-iran-deal-tehran-says-no-decision-yet
Published: June 11, 2026 21:26
Trump claims that 'a great settlement' has been made with Iran with a potential signing this weekend, but Tehran says a decision has yet to be finalised.
2026 World Cup: Spain, France go in as tournament favourites
https://www.newarab.com/news/2026-world-cup-spain-france-go-tournament-favourites
Published: June 11, 2026 18:41
La Roja and Les Bleus will be entering the World Cup as the favourites to win this year's World Cup, kicking off in the US, Mexico, and Canada.
Eight Arab teams, one dream: What to expect at the World Cup
https://www.newarab.com/analysis/eight-arab-teams-one-dream-what-expect-world-cup
Published: June 11, 2026 17:20
A record eight Arab nations will take part in the expanded 2026 World Cup. From Morocco's proven pedigree to Jordan's debut, expectations are higher than ever
UNICEF warns of surge in Israeli killing of Palestinian children
https://www.newarab.com/news/unicef-warns-surge-israeli-killing-palestinian-children
Published: June 11, 2026 17:02
UNICEF has condemned the āintolerable priceā Palestinian children are paying for Israelās escalating military operations and settler violence
Sudan war: Drone strikes in key city of El-Obeid kill 23
https://www.newarab.com/news/sudan-war-drone-strikes-key-city-el-obeid-kill-23
Published: June 11, 2026 16:56
Drones warfare continues to kill scores across Sudan as the conflict between the army and the RSF paramilitaries sees no end in sight.
Arab parties fail to form joint list before Israeli election
https://www.newarab.com/news/arab-parties-fail-form-joint-list-israeli-election
Published: June 11, 2026 16:45
Palestinian parties in Israel appear increasingly likely to contest elections separately amid disputes over strategy, representation and electoral alliances
Exclusive: Dual-use materials for Hezbollah FPVs can't be banned
https://www.newarab.com/news/exclusive-dual-use-materials-hezbollah-fpvs-cant-be-banned
Published: June 11, 2026 16:28
A political commentator close to Hezbollah claimed that Lebanese authorities had imposed a ban following Israel's failure to curb Hezbollah's drones.
Somali referee Artan, banned by US, to officiate UEFA Super Cup
https://www.newarab.com/news/somali-referee-artan-banned-us-officiate-uefa-super-cup
Published: June 11, 2026 15:56
Omar Artan, turned away by the US as he was due to referee at the World Cup, will now officiate the UEFA Super Cup final.
As Arab fans, here's why we must not let Trump ruin World Cup 26
https://www.newarab.com/opinion/arab-fans-heres-why-we-must-not-let-trump-ruin-world-cup-26
Published: June 11, 2026 15:21
Arab fans will watch the 2026 World Cup with pride and resentment, finding joy in a tournament that has often excluded them, writes Melo Doumani.
Trump vows to hit Iran 'very hard,' take over oil infrastructure
https://www.newarab.com/news/trump-vows-hit-iran-very-hard-take-over-oil-infrastructure
Published: June 11, 2026 15:12
The US president renewed threats to hit Iran āvery hardā, amid US contingency plans for limited ground operations, fuelling fears of a wider escalation.
Israel to set up Jenin military base amid refugee displacement
https://www.newarab.com/news/israel-set-jenin-military-base-amid-refugee-displacement
Published: June 11, 2026 15:00
Israel is moving ahead with plans for a permanent military installation in Jenin, a step it has not taken in the West Bank since the 1993 Oslo Accords.
Egypt sees silver lining in Hormuz closure as Suez traffic rises
https://www.newarab.com/news/egypt-sees-silver-lining-hormuz-closure-suez-traffic-rises
Published: June 11, 2026 14:38
The closure of Hormuz has driven a sharp rebound in oil flows and revenues through Egyptās Suez Canal, even as overall traffic remains below pre-2023 levels
A 40-year wait: Iraq's long road back to the World Cup
https://www.newarab.com/analysis/40-year-wait-iraqs-long-road-back-world-cup
Published: June 11, 2026 14:08
Iraq's journey back to the World Cup traces the story of a country overcoming war, invasions, and sanctions to claim a place at the biggest tournament on earth
UK lawyers slam plan to jail Palestine activists as 'terrorists'
https://www.newarab.com/news/uk-lawyers-slam-plan-jail-palestine-activists-terrorists
Published: June 11, 2026 13:40
Four Palestine Action activists are due to be sentenced as 'terrorists' over their protest at an Elbit Systems site in 2024
Trump vows to take Iran oil terminals, launch new strikes
https://www.newarab.com/news/trump-vows-take-iran-oil-terminals-launch-new-strikes
Published: June 11, 2026 13:25
"The United States will be hitting Iran... VERY HARD TONIGHT," Trump wrote on his Truth Social network.
Are European sanctions on Israeli settlers too little too late?
https://www.newarab.com/opinion/are-european-sanctions-israeli-settlers-too-little-too-late
Published: June 11, 2026 13:24
Recent Western sanctions on Israeli settlers may send a message, but they fail to challenge the occupation itself, argues Rabeea Eid.
High ticket prices and visa issues haunt 2026 World Cup kickoff
https://www.newarab.com/news/high-ticket-prices-and-visa-issues-haunt-2026-world-cup-kickoff
Published: June 11, 2026 12:36
Infantino insisted that ticketsāwhich in some cases have topped $30,000āhad been priced appropriately.
Syrian president Ahmed al-Sharaa invited to US mid-June
https://www.newarab.com/news/syrian-president-ahmed-al-sharaa-invited-us-mid-june
Published: June 11, 2026 12:12
Trump's 80th birthday falls the day of the invite, and he will be hosting a cage fight on the White House lawn.
Inside Albania and Israel's quietly expanding alliance
https://www.newarab.com/analysis/inside-albania-and-israels-quietly-expanding-alliance
Published: June 11, 2026 12:00
A new agriculture deal has put Albania's steadily growing ties with Israel, and the politics shaping them, under the spotlight
UK sanctions Israeli settler orgs following TNA investigation
https://www.newarab.com/investigations/uk-sanctions-israeli-settler-orgs-following-tna-investigation
Published: June 11, 2026 11:03
UK sanctions West Bank settler groups after TNA revealed they raised millions from Western donors to purchase military gear.
Why we're still excited about the World Cup despite everything
https://www.newarab.com/podcast/why-were-still-excited-about-world-cup-despite-everything
Published: June 11, 2026 10:58
FIFA World Cup 2026, Qatar World Cup 2022, Top Mena football teams, Women's Football, Men's football
US '26 vs Qatar '22: Double standards in BBC World Cup coverage?
https://www.newarab.com/news/us-26-vs-qatar-22-double-standards-bbc-world-cup-coverage
Published: June 11, 2026 10:47
The BBC's plans to broadcast the opening ceremony of the 2026 World Cup in the US has put its coverage of the 2022 Qatar World Cup back in the spotlight
Russia is 'restructuring' its military footprint in Syria
https://www.newarab.com/news/russia-restructuring-its-military-footprint-syria
Published: June 11, 2026 10:46
This timing raises questions about the political and strategic messages Moscow intended to send regarding its relations with a post-Assad Syria.
Israeli war denies Gaza sports journalists 2026 World Cup access
https://www.newarab.com/features/israeli-war-denies-gaza-sports-journalists-2026-world-cup-access
Published: June 11, 2026 10:31
Years after covering the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, Gaza-based journalists who once worked at international sporting events are now unable to leave the territory
Israel to allocate $338 million for illegal settlement expansion
https://www.newarab.com/news/israel-allocate-338-million-illegal-settlement-expansion
Published: June 11, 2026 10:30
The expansion of these 61 illegal settlements has been accompanied in recent years by a rise in Israeli settler violence.
Who is Todd Blanche, and will he become US Attorney General?
https://www.newarab.com/news/who-todd-blanche-and-will-he-become-us-attorney-general
Published: June 11, 2026 10:20
Trump's decision has raised alarms among Democrats, some of whom are actively advocating against Todd Blanche, who requires Senate confirmation.
Belfast 'pogroms' fuelled by anti-migrant accounts online
https://www.newarab.com/news/belfast-pogroms-fuelled-anti-migrant-accounts-online
Published: June 11, 2026 09:40
Beyond the UK, the attack has been the subject of misinformation from a US-based account which falsely suggested Ogilvie was beheaded.
Euphrates floods trigger new displacement for Syrian families
https://www.newarab.com/features/euphrates-floods-trigger-new-displacement-syrian-families
Published: June 11, 2026 09:26
After years of war and displacement, Syrian families along the Euphrates are once again being forced from their homes as floodwaters engulf communities
Saudi Arabia ends years-long ban on Lebanese exports
https://www.newarab.com/news/saudi-arabia-ends-years-long-ban-lebanese-exports
Published: June 11, 2026 08:16
In April 2021, the kingdom suspended fruit and vegetable imports from Lebanon, asserting shipments were being used for drug-smuggling.
UN chief calls for release of personnel detained by Houthis
https://www.newarab.com/news/un-chief-calls-release-personnel-detained-houthis
Published: June 11, 2026 08:07
Seventy-three UN personnel remain arbitrarily detained, with one UN staff member having died in detention.
Hasakah protests prompt Syrian authorities to send fuel
https://www.newarab.com/news/hasakah-protests-prompt-syrian-authorities-send-fuel
Published: June 11, 2026 07:08
Protests in southern Hasakah push authorities to respond with fuel measures amid ongoing demands for improved living conditions.
US launches strikes, Iran responds with attacks and seals Hormuz
https://www.newarab.com/news/us-launches-strikes-iran-responds-attacks-and-seals-hormuz
Published: June 11, 2026 06:15
For a second night in a row, US and Iran have launched tit-for-tat attacks on military sites across the region.
US launches new strikes on Iran following Trump threats
https://www.newarab.com/news/us-launches-new-strikes-iran-following-trump-threats
Published: June 11, 2026 00:00
Iran's top joint military command responded to the US strikes, warning that it would fire on any vessel attempting to pass through the Strait of Hormuz
Arab states, Zelensky invited to G7 summit in France for talks
https://www.newarab.com/news/arab-states-zelensky-invited-g7-summit-france-talks
Published: June 10, 2026 23:44
The leaders of Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates have been invited to address the US-Israeli war on Iran.
IAEA board passes resolution, demands Iran report uranium stocks
https://www.newarab.com/news/iaea-board-passes-resolution-demands-iran-report-uranium-stocks
Published: June 10, 2026 22:27
Iran still has not informed the International Atomic Energy Agency of the fate of its nuclear material following US bombings
A Growing Gulf Between Nations
https://www.newarab.com/podcast/growing-gulf-between-nations
Published: June 10, 2026 17:49
This week, we look at the rivial between Saudi Arabia and the UAE, and the differing approach by both countries to the war in Iran.
Gaza doctor Hussam Abu Safiya to appear before Israeli court
https://www.newarab.com/news/gaza-doctor-hussam-abu-safiya-appear-israeli-court
Published: June 10, 2026 17:04
The jailed doctorās son tells The New Arab that his father is being held in unbearable conditions and fear him dying alone behind bars.
European sanctions on Israeli settlers insufficient: rights NGOs
https://www.newarab.com/news/european-sanctions-israeli-settlers-insufficient-rights-ngos
Published: June 10, 2026 16:34
The British government is being called on take more concrete steps against violent Jewish Israeli settlers in the occupied Palestinian territory.
Will Peru join Latin America's pro-Palestine bloc?
https://www.newarab.com/news/will-peru-join-latin-americas-pro-palestine-bloc
Published: June 10, 2026 16:17
Peruās razor thin election could either pull Lima into Latin Americaās pro Palestine bloc or cement it as a security first ally of Israel.
WW3: World Wrestling III in Hormuz
https://www.newarab.com/graphic-truth/ww3-world-wrestling-iii-hormuz
Published: June 10, 2026 15:59
The New Arab/Al-Araby Al-Jadeed Cartoon of the Day by Palestinian-Jordanian editorial cartoonist Emad Hajjaj.
Did CNN just out Azerbaijan as Israel's secret military partner?
https://www.newarab.com/analysis/did-cnn-just-out-azerbaijan-israels-secret-military-partner
Published: June 10, 2026 15:58
Allegations that Israel deployed military and intelligence units to Azerbaijan during the Iran war have thrust Baku's ties with Tel Aviv into the spotlight
UN's Guterres warns of risk of return to 'full war' in region
https://www.newarab.com/news/uns-guterres-warns-risk-return-full-war-region
Published: June 10, 2026 15:57
His intervention came after Iran and the United States once again traded fire following the downing of an American helicopter, further straining a ceasefire
Mariam, It's Arwa: A love story born in the chaos of revolution
https://www.newarab.com/features/mariam-its-arwa-love-story-born-chaos-revolution
Published: June 10, 2026 15:36
Book Club: 'Mariam, It's Arwa' follows two women who meet during political unrest in Cairo and begin a relationship rooted in grief and connection
Northern Ireland 'pogrom' targets migrants after knife attack
https://www.newarab.com/news/northern-ireland-pogrom-targets-migrants-after-knife-attack
Published: June 10, 2026 15:23
Groups of masked men rampaged through the streets of Belfast, setting homes ablaze, after a knife attack allegedly carried out by a Sudanese man.
Video shows moment Israeli forces kill Palestinian infant
https://www.newarab.com/news/video-shows-moment-israeli-forces-kill-palestinian-infant
Published: June 10, 2026 15:18
A new video shows the moment an Israeli soldier killed a seven-month-old baby in Hebron, with a rights group saying his family posed "no danger whatsoever".
Qatari negotiators in Tehran as Trump threatens more strikes
https://www.newarab.com/news/qatari-negotiators-tehran-trump-threatens-more-strikes
Published: June 10, 2026 14:45
Qatari mediators are currently in Tehran to try and bridge the remaining gaps to reach a US-Iran, despite continuing Israeli strikes on Lebanon.
Zoulfa Katouh tackles Islamophobia and identity in new YA novel
https://www.newarab.com/features/zoulfa-katouh-tackles-islamophobia-and-identity-new-ya-novel
Published: June 10, 2026 14:01
Book Club: We speak to Zoulfa Katouh about her new novel 'The Ocean Would Paint Me Blue,' a YA story on identity, Islamophobia, loss and resilience
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