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In Florida, Trump vows to deal with Cuba after Iran settled

https://www.newarab.com/news/florida-trump-vows-deal-cuba-after-iran-settled

Published: October 23, 2026 22:17

Trump, who won 68% of the Cuban American vote in Florida in the 2024 election, said American naval forces from Iran will stop at Cuba on the way home.

Detained migrants no right to bond hearings, US court rules

https://www.newarab.com/news/detained-migrants-no-right-bond-hearings-us-court-rules

Published: October 23, 2026 20:24

The ruling, if left to stand, would eliminate a key avenue for detained migrants to argue for release.

UN sounds alarm on besieged Yemen city Taiz

https://www.newarab.com/news/un-sounds-alarm-besieged-yemen-city-taiz

Published: October 23, 2026 18:39

Houthi fighters have encircled Taiz since early October, blocking the road that links it to interim capital Aden.

Signs point to renewed major US military ops against Iran

https://www.newarab.com/news/signs-point-renewed-major-us-military-ops-against-iran

Published: October 23, 2026 18:28

Neither country has engaged in major attacks on land-based targets since early September, but that may soon change.

UN condemns 'horrifying toll' of drone attacks in Sudan

https://www.newarab.com/news/un-condemns-horrifying-toll-drone-attacks-sudan

Published: October 23, 2026 17:45

Aid workers estimate that the war between the SAF and the paramilitary RSF, which erupted in April 2023, has killed more than 200,000 people.

Ethiopia's Tigray rebels urged to disarm

https://www.newarab.com/news/ethiopias-tigray-rebels-urged-disarm

Published: October 23, 2026 17:36

Redae Halefom Woldeselassie said rebel forces were collapsing and urged fighters to enter a disarmament and reintegration program.

Are Israel's drones signalling a new escalation with Hezbollah?

https://www.newarab.com/news/are-israels-drones-signalling-new-escalation-hezbollah

Published: October 23, 2026 17:34

The visible presence of drones demonstrates Israel’s ability to monitor and threaten Hezbollah, but it does not reveal what Israel intends to do next.

Iran has plans to hit Gulf undersea cables if war resumes

https://www.newarab.com/news/iran-has-plans-hit-gulf-undersea-cables-if-war-resumes

Published: October 23, 2026 17:22

The plans for possible attacks reflect a conviction in Iran's ​leadership that renewed US military campaign would be met with a stronger response than before.

Thailand revokes Israeli woman's visa over 'bad behaviour'

https://www.newarab.com/news/thailand-revokes-israeli-womans-visa-over-bad-behaviour

Published: October 23, 2026 16:58

Thailand has revoked an Israeli woman’s visa after complaints of alleged aggressive behaviour, threats and refusal to pay fees on Koh Phangan.

Protests, clashes erupt in Tunisia over recent deaths

https://www.newarab.com/news/protests-clashes-erupt-tunisia-over-recent-deaths

Published: October 23, 2026 16:47

Protesters clashed with police across the country as anger is swelling over living conditions and the killing of two civilians.

Netanyahu vows collective punishment after Hebron shooting

https://www.newarab.com/news/netanyahu-vows-collective-punishment-after-hebron-shooting

Published: October 23, 2026 16:42

Netanyahu's announcement extends Israeli policies of collective punishment that have displaced 33,000 Palestinians from refugee camps in the northern West Bank.

UAE reports oil spill from tanker as ships attacked during war

https://www.newarab.com/news/uae-reports-oil-spill-tanker-ships-attacked-during-war

Published: October 23, 2026 16:23

Many residents in the north of the country have reported chemical smells on social media in recent days.

Israel’s olive harvest attacks demand full UK sanctions

https://www.newarab.com/opinion/israels-olive-harvest-attacks-demand-full-uk-sanctions

Published: October 23, 2026 16:02

As Israeli settlers wreak havoc on Palestine’s olive harvest, Britain must move beyond limited sanctions and impose a full arms embargo, writes Ryvka Barnard.

France to deploy 70,000 police ahead of new protests

https://www.newarab.com/news/france-deploy-70000-police-ahead-new-protests

Published: October 23, 2026 16:01

A fresh wave of demonstrations is expected across France on Saturday, with authorities stepping up security measures and imposing restrictions on protests.

Lebanon's Fatima Hassan makes history with two Muay Thai golds

https://www.newarab.com/features/lebanons-fatima-hassan-makes-history-two-muay-thai-golds

Published: October 23, 2026 15:53

The New Arab Meets: Fatima Hassan on defying gender stereotypes, women's sport, and inspiring girls to pursue their dreams despite Lebanon's hardships

Casualties feared as multi-storey building collapses in Nairobi

https://www.newarab.com/news/casualties-feared-multi-storey-building-collapses-nairobi

Published: October 23, 2026 15:52

Nairobi is undergoing a rapid construction boom, with high-rise buildings appearing all over the city.

Algerian urea exports to France under threat as tensions persist

https://www.newarab.com/news/algerian-urea-exports-france-under-threat-tensions-persist

Published: October 23, 2026 15:41

The two countries sought to repair relations last year, even at one point declaring that the relationship was back to normal, but the ties have soured again.

Deadly 'terrorist' attacks in Jordan, France

https://www.newarab.com/news/deadly-terrorist-attacks-jordan-france

Published: October 23, 2026 15:18

At least six people have been killed and 28 injured in a shooting at a funeral in Jordan's Karak region.

West Bank attacks , Iran-US deal rumours, and Egypt in Yemen

https://www.newarab.com/podcast/west-bank-attacks-iran-us-deal-rumours-and-egypt-yemen

Published: October 23, 2026 15:00

This week, we discuss the violence in West Bank targeting the Palestinian olive harvest, the possibility of a US-Iran deal, and Sisi's comments on Yemen.

Kneecap, Hozier urge Ireland to act over Gaza student visas

https://www.newarab.com/news/kneecap-hozier-urge-ireland-act-over-gaza-student-visas

Published: October 23, 2026 14:51

Irish artists including Kneecap and Hozier are urging Taoiseach Micheal Martin to intervene after 55 Gaza students were denied study visas.

Lewis Hamilton presses for ‘free Palestine’ at conference

https://www.newarab.com/news/lewis-hamilton-presses-free-palestine-conference

Published: October 23, 2026 14:46

The seven-time Formula One champion called for a free Palestine as he pushed for Formula One to return to Africa.

Deadly France shooting a 'racist, probably Islamophobic' attack: mayor

https://www.newarab.com/news/deadly-france-shooting-racist-probably-islamophobic-attack-mayor

Published: October 23, 2026 14:36

The shooting, which Interior Minister Laurent Nunez called "a terrorist crime," took place in a town outside Paris on Friday.

Syria's Suweida: Analysts warn of Israeli agenda behind unrest

https://www.newarab.com/news/syrias-suweida-analysts-warn-israeli-agenda-behind-unrest

Published: October 23, 2026 12:56

Analysts warn that National Guard militia escalation in Syria's Suweida may serve Israeli interests, amid suspected arms supplies and rising tensions.

7 killed in church shooting in southern Jordan: state TV

https://www.newarab.com/news/7-killed-church-shooting-southern-jordan-state-tv

Published: October 23, 2026 12:50

Authorities were pursuing the suspects, the television said, citing the Public Security Directorate.

Netanyahu invites Modi to Israel ceremony with Flydubai pilot

https://www.newarab.com/news/netanyahu-invites-modi-israel-ceremony-flydubai-pilot

Published: October 23, 2026 12:15

Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu says he invited India's Narendra Modi to light a torch alongside pilot Smit Machchhar injured during the recent Flydubai attack.

UK tells public to keep three days' emergency supplies at home

https://www.newarab.com/news/uk-tells-public-keep-three-days-emergency-supplies-home

Published: October 23, 2026 11:54

The British government advised the public on Friday to keep three days of emergency supplies at home.

Who is Amer Ghalib, Trump's new advisor on Arab-American affairs

https://www.newarab.com/news/who-amer-ghalib-trumps-new-advisor-arab-american-affairs

Published: October 23, 2026 11:44

The former mayor of Hamtramck, Michigan, was the first Arab-American and Muslim-American elected official to endorse Trump for president.

Eritrea detains Yemeni fishermen for forced labour

https://www.newarab.com/investigations/eritrea-detains-yemeni-fishermen-forced-labour

Published: October 23, 2026 10:44

Yemeni fishermen face torture, forced labour and confiscation of boats in Eritrea, while dozens remain detained amid limited official intervention.

Hijab ban in Azerbaijan raise fears over religious freedom

https://www.newarab.com/features/hijab-ban-azerbaijan-raise-fears-over-religious-freedom

Published: October 23, 2026 10:39

Azerbaijan's hijab restrictions are keeping girls and teachers out of schools, sparking protests and raising questions about secularism and religious freedom

European, Mideast foreign ministers hold talks in Istanbul

https://www.newarab.com/news/european-mideast-foreign-ministers-hold-talks-istanbul

Published: October 23, 2026 08:50

Fidan praised regional cooperation Friday, saying, "Lasting solutions cannot be imposed from outside."

Iranian film Head to Head asks: What if men wore the hijab?

https://www.newarab.com/features/iranian-film-head-head-asks-what-if-men-wore-hijab

Published: October 23, 2026 08:49

In her debut feature, director Ghasideh Golmakani imagines a film set where men must dress as women. We speak to her about using comedy to challenge sexism

Standoff hits Sudanese consumers as Egypt halts cargo trucks

https://www.newarab.com/news/standoff-hits-sudanese-consumers-egypt-halts-cargo-trucks

Published: October 23, 2026 08:11

Egypt serves as a vital gateway for Sudan's access to global markets, particularly as international sanctions continue to cripple Sudanese businesses.

Gaza faces starvation as Israel blocks commercial trucks

https://www.newarab.com/news/gaza-faces-starvation-israel-blocks-commercial-trucks

Published: October 23, 2026 07:52

Israel's disruption to commercial supplies has already driven up prices and made basic goods increasingly out of reach for Palestinians in Gaza.

Hebron shooting: 2 Palestinians killed, 6 Israelis wounded

https://www.newarab.com/news/hebron-shooting-2-palestinians-killed-6-israelis-wounded

Published: October 23, 2026 07:25

Likud said in a statement that "Netanyahu gave the instruction to cancel all political events planned by Likud this morning following the grave attack..."

Trump hints of new strikes on Iran, ministers gather in Istanbul

https://www.newarab.com/news/trump-hints-new-strikes-iran-ministers-gather-istanbul

Published: October 23, 2026 06:37

As US president Donald Trump hinted of more military action on Iran soon, European and Middle East foreign ministers gathered in Turkey for security talks.

Never be, never see: Metallica's cowardly silence on Palestine

https://www.newarab.com/opinion/never-be-never-see-metallicas-cowardly-silence-palestine

Published: October 22, 2026 23:14

Metallica’s frontman calling for ‘no politics’ in music contradicts the band’s own history of anti-war songs and activism, argues Shan Karemani.

Libya central bank raided hours after governor's exit

https://www.newarab.com/news/libya-central-bank-raided-hours-after-governors-exit

Published: October 22, 2026 16:50

The bank raid comes just months after bank governor Naji Issa first announced his resignation, which the parliament rejected at the time.

Malaysia concerned over Waze data falling into Israeli hands

https://www.newarab.com/news/malaysia-concerned-over-waze-data-falling-israeli-hands

Published: October 22, 2026 16:42

Malaysia is urging Waze users to consider switching to TuJu, a locally developed navigation app, over concerns about personal data being accessible to Israel

Inside Israel's deepening ties with Bosnia's Serb separatists

https://www.newarab.com/analysis/inside-israels-deepening-ties-bosnias-serb-separatists

Published: October 22, 2026 16:39

Analysis: As Israel faces growing international isolation, its deepening ties with the Republika Srpska could further strain Bosnia's fragile post-war order

Tunisia military court sentences opposition figure Olfa Hamdi to four years in prison

https://www.newarab.com/news/tunisia-military-court-sentences-opposition-figure-olfa-hamdi-four-years-prison

Published: October 22, 2026 16:35

Opposition politician Olfa Hamdi was detained at Tunisia's main airport after disembarking from a flight in February and now faces four years behind bars.

Syria sends arrest warrants for Bashar, Maher Assad to Interpol

https://www.newarab.com/news/syria-sends-arrest-warrants-bashar-maher-assad-interpol

Published: October 22, 2026 16:33

Syrian courts have issued in absentia rulings against Bashar al-Assad, his brother Maher and former regime officials over serious human rights abuses.

Canada opens free trade talks with Turkey

https://www.newarab.com/news/canada-opens-free-trade-talks-turkey

Published: October 22, 2026 16:31

Canada and Turkey have also identified potential for cooperation in nuclear energy, and announced a partnership agreement in the defence industry.

UN expert urges Indonesia to reconsider involvement in Trump's Gaza board

https://www.newarab.com/news/un-expert-urges-indonesia-reconsider-involvement-trumps-gaza-board

Published: October 22, 2026 16:21

Francesca Albanese said Indonesia joining the Board of Peace is dangerous as it is being shaped by Israel and lacks a Palestinian voice.

Voters prioritize costs and Iran over investigating Trump for next Congress, AP-NORC poll finds

https://www.newarab.com/news/voters-prioritize-costs-and-iran-over-investigating-trump-next-congress-ap-norc-poll-finds-0

Published: October 22, 2026 16:12

The poll results show that voters are more concerned with key issues, such as making things more affordable and the Iran war.

Palestinian youths shield US journalist from Israeli settlers

https://www.newarab.com/news/palestinian-youths-shield-us-journalist-israeli-settlers

Published: October 22, 2026 16:10

US photojournalist Heidi Levine says Palestinian youths formed a “protective shield” to save her during a brutal attack by Israeli settlers.

Pro-Israel lobby AIPAC drops endorsements amid US backlash

https://www.newarab.com/news/pro-israel-lobby-aipac-drops-endorsements-amid-us-backlash

Published: October 22, 2026 16:07

AIPAC's retreat from direct donations and endorsements reflects growing US opposition to Israel, but its political spending will continue.

Ben-Gvir arms more West Bank settlers ahead of Israeli elections

https://www.newarab.com/news/ben-gvir-arms-more-west-bank-settlers-ahead-israeli-elections

Published: October 22, 2026 15:54

Israel's Ben-Gvir has expanded gun permit eligibility to 11 more West Bank settlements as security officials warn of escalating settler violence after elections

Abdul El-Sayed appoints Jewish liaison amid Michigan Senate race

https://www.newarab.com/news/abdul-el-sayed-appoints-jewish-liaison-amid-michigan-senate-race

Published: October 22, 2026 15:43

Abdul El-Sayed has appointed Lenore Goldman as Jewish outreach director as he battles Republican Mike Rogers in a tight Michigan Senate race.

Syria arrests Assad-era brigadier general over civilian attacks

https://www.newarab.com/news/syria-arrests-assad-era-brigadier-general-over-civilian-attacks

Published: October 22, 2026 15:00

Brigadier General Abdul Hakim Wanous is among six Assad-era suspects detained in Hama over alleged attacks and abuses against civilians.

Saudi Aramco evacuates HQ for first time since Yemen war resumed

https://www.newarab.com/news/saudi-aramco-evacuates-hq-first-time-yemen-war-resumed

Published: October 22, 2026 14:55

Saudi Aramco evacuated its Dhahran headquarters amid Houthi attacks and ordered staff to work remotely for the first time since the Yemen war resumed

US midterms: Where key candidates stand on Israel, Gaza and Iran

https://www.newarab.com/analysis/us-midterms-where-key-candidates-stand-israel-gaza-and-iran

Published: October 22, 2026 14:40

Analysis: As the US midterms gather pace, here's a rundown of where candidates in five key Senate races stand on Israel, Gaza, and Iran

Lebanon-Israel talks in US end without breakthrough

https://www.newarab.com/news/lebanon-israel-talks-us-end-without-breakthrough

Published: October 22, 2026 14:16

Two days of US-hosted military talks between Lebanon and Israel appear to have ended without progress, as Israel refuses to halt its attacks on Lebanon.

UK teachers' union slams IHRA definition push in schools

https://www.newarab.com/news/uk-teachers-union-slams-ihra-definition-push-schools

Published: October 22, 2026 13:25

The NEU's Daniel Kebede warns adopting the IHRA antisemitism definition in UK schools could stifle debate on Gaza and raise concerns over Palestine badges.

Why is Libya-Turkey maritime deal causing a regional dispute?

https://www.newarab.com/analysis/why-libya-turkey-maritime-deal-causing-regional-dispute

Published: October 22, 2026 13:07

Libya's approval of a maritime deal with Turkey has reignited disputes over Mediterranean gas, maritime sovereignty and shifting regional alliances.

Who is Lana Nusseibeh, the UAE nominee for UN General Secretary?

https://www.newarab.com/news/who-lana-nusseibeh-uae-nominee-un-general-secretary

Published: October 22, 2026 12:16

The veteran Emirati diplomat has spent over a decade at the UN, but regional rivalries and allegations over Sudan could complicate her bid

Iran's Khamenei meets Ghalibaf amid rising US-Israeli threats

https://www.newarab.com/news/irans-khamenei-meets-ghalibaf-amid-rising-us-israeli-threats

Published: October 22, 2026 11:22

Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei met parliament speaker Ghalibaf to discuss US-Israeli attacks, military preparations and national unity.

Will Gaza's ancient Christian community disappear forever?

https://www.newarab.com/analysis/will-gazas-ancient-christian-community-disappear-forever

Published: October 22, 2026 11:18

In-Depth: After 2,000 years of a Christian presence in Gaza, Israel's war has driven hundreds into exile, raising fears that the ancient community may vanish

Syria's Sharaa meets US envoy Barrack amid Israeli attacks

https://www.newarab.com/news/syrias-sharaa-meets-us-envoy-barrack-amid-israeli-attacks

Published: October 22, 2026 11:12

Barrack visited Syria and met with Sharaa amid ongoing Israeli attacks which killed a disabled man on Thursday

Egypt delays vote on military support for Saudi's Yemen war

https://www.newarab.com/news/egypt-delays-vote-military-support-saudis-yemen-war

Published: October 22, 2026 10:51

Egypt has delayed a vote on military support for Saudi Arabia as MPs seek clarity on the mission's scope, costs and risks of military intervention in Yemen.

Sami Abu Shehadeh: Arab voters could decide Israel's election

https://www.newarab.com/news/sami-abu-shehadeh-arab-voters-could-decide-israels-election

Published: October 22, 2026 10:37

"Opinion polls suggest the two lists could win a combined 13 to 15 seats, potentially giving Palestinian voters a decisive role," Abu Shehadeh told TNA.

Stars rally behind Sally Rooney over Palestine Action censorship

https://www.newarab.com/news/stars-rally-behind-sally-rooney-over-palestine-action-censorship

Published: October 22, 2026 10:26

Leading writers and celebrities have rallied behind Sally Rooney after her books were withdrawn from UK sale over her support for Palestine Action.

Guardians of Heritage: Saving Gaza's history from the rubble

https://www.newarab.com/features/guardians-heritage-saving-gazas-history-rubble

Published: October 22, 2026 10:19

From shattered mosques to bombed homes, Guardians of Heritage is recovering and documenting Gaza's historic artefacts amid Israel's widespread destruction

French authorities ban some student protests

https://www.newarab.com/news/french-authorities-ban-some-student-protests

Published: October 22, 2026 09:58

With the government refusing to respond to students' demands, the school demonstrations and blockades have morphed into larger protests.

Carrefour shares tumble amid France protests, boycotts over Gaza

https://www.newarab.com/news/carrefour-shares-tumble-amid-france-protests-boycotts-over-gaza

Published: October 22, 2026 09:41

Carrefour shares plunged 13.8% after unrest and looting in France, adding to pressure from Gaza-related boycotts across Arab markets.

Connie Chan, vying for Pelosi's seat, stands with Gaza

https://www.newarab.com/news/connie-chan-vying-pelosis-seat-stands-gaza

Published: October 22, 2026 09:29

It is a moment that requires leadership and moral clarity that we demand our Congress be able to cast their vote, our vote, with conscience to end the genocide.

How an Israeli spyware is threatening global security

https://www.newarab.com/opinion/how-israeli-spyware-threatening-global-security

Published: October 22, 2026 09:27

Al Jazeera is the latest target of Israeli spyware weaponising digital ads for surveillance, but the attack is just the tip of the iceberg, warns Silverstein.

M3lesh: The Egyptian phrase behind a UK community initiative

https://www.newarab.com/features/m3lesh-egyptian-phrase-behind-uk-community-initiative

Published: October 22, 2026 09:16

An Egyptian expression of reassurance became the foundation for M3lesh UK, a community initiative creating spaces for connection and support

Egypt weighs Yemen intervention as ghosts of 1960s war loom

https://www.newarab.com/analysis/egypt-weighs-yemen-intervention-ghosts-1960s-war-loom

Published: October 22, 2026 09:00

Egypt appears ready to join Saudi Arabia's war in Yemen - in a limited form - but its previous involvement in the country was a disaster

Israel kills man with disability in Syria: report

https://www.newarab.com/news/israel-kills-man-disability-syria-report

Published: October 22, 2026 08:12

In recent days, Israeli forces have also uprooted vast olive groves in Quneitra province, near Deraa, according to the agency.

Two dead in eastern Saudi airport attack: aviation authority

https://www.newarab.com/news/two-dead-eastern-saudi-airport-attack-aviation-authority

Published: October 22, 2026 07:59

A total of 22 people have been killed in attacks on Saudi airports this month, according to an AFP tally of official figures.

Trump denies negotiations with Iran, says conflict to end soon

https://www.newarab.com/news/trump-denies-negotiations-iran-says-conflict-end-soon

Published: October 22, 2026 06:28

The US president claims that there has not been negotiations with Iran, adding that he thinks the situation will end "soon".

Tunisia sentences 10 anti-pollution activists over protest

https://www.newarab.com/news/tunisia-sentences-10-anti-pollution-activists-over-protest

Published: October 21, 2026 23:04

A Tunisian court sentenced 10 environmental activists over a 2020 protest against pollution from a Gabes phosphate plant, handing them one-year jail terms

Egypt says Libya-Turkey maritime deal infringes on its rights

https://www.newarab.com/news/egypt-says-libya-turkey-maritime-deal-infringes-its-rights

Published: October 21, 2026 22:13

Cairo rejected the eastern Libyan parliament’s ratification of a maritime deal with Turkey, calling it invalid and an infringement on Egypt’s Mediterranean

US orders some diplomats to leave Saudi amid Houthi attacks

https://www.newarab.com/news/us-orders-some-diplomats-leave-saudi-amid-houthi-attacks

Published: October 21, 2026 21:26

Washington ordered non-essential diplomats and government employees’ families to leave Saudi Arabia after deadly Houthi attacks

Sisi: Egypt would defend Saudi territory, rules out Yemen attack

https://www.newarab.com/news/sisi-egypt-would-defend-saudi-territory-rules-out-yemen-attack

Published: October 21, 2026 19:59

Sisi said Egyptian military support for Saudi Arabia would be limited to defending the kingdom’s territory, ruling out attacks on Yemen

Israel detains US congress candidate at West Bank olive harvest

https://www.newarab.com/news/israel-detains-us-congress-candidate-west-bank-olive-harvest

Published: October 21, 2026 18:34

Israeli forces briefly detained US congressional candidate Brad Lander as he joined activists supporting Palestinian olive harvesters facing settler threats

Millions gather in Tanta to celebrate Egypt's Sufi warrior-saint

https://www.newarab.com/news/millions-gather-tanta-celebrate-egypts-sufi-warrior-saint

Published: October 21, 2026 16:47

Millions of Egyptians descend on Tanta for the Mawlid of Ahmad al-Badawi, a medieval Sufi saint surrounded by legends of miraculous powers.

Mada Masr editor-in-chief questioned by Egyptian prosecutors

https://www.newarab.com/news/mada-masr-editor-chief-questioned-egyptian-prosecutors

Published: October 21, 2026 16:43

Egypt's crackdown on press freedoms continue, as authorities summoned the editor-in-chief of Mada Masr for questioning on Wednesday.

Azerbaijan blacklists Turkish politicians amid hijabs row

https://www.newarab.com/news/azerbaijan-blacklists-turkish-politicians-amid-hijabs-row

Published: October 21, 2026 16:39

Baku barred 31 Turkish nationals, including opposition politicians, in a rare rift between the allies over restrictions on hijabs in Azerbaijani schools

'Prison under the open sky': Israel seals off West Bank village

https://www.newarab.com/news/prison-under-open-sky-israel-seals-west-bank-village

Published: October 21, 2026 16:39

Israeli forces have sealed off Madama, trapping 2,500 Palestinians as residents report uprooted olive trees and growing hardship during harvest.

How Egypt's Saudi pledge aims to curb Israel's Gulf ambitions

https://www.newarab.com/analysis/how-egypts-saudi-pledge-aims-curb-israels-gulf-ambitions

Published: October 21, 2026 16:29

Analysis: Egypt's pledge to defend Saudi Arabia from the Houthis reflects Cairo's bid to preserve regional influence and curb Israel's Gulf security ambitions

Israel music showcase struggles as Gaza genocide fuels boycott

https://www.newarab.com/news/israel-music-showcase-struggles-gaza-genocide-fuels-boycott

Published: October 21, 2026 16:24

Israel’s Music Showcase Festival expects overseas attendance to halve amid growing cultural boycotts over the war on Gaza and treatment of Palestinians.

Former Palestinian envoy to be freed and expelled from Lebanon

https://www.newarab.com/news/former-palestinian-envoy-be-freed-and-expelled-lebanon

Published: October 21, 2026 16:12

Lebanon has released former Palestinian ambassador to Beirut Ashraf Dabbour under a settlement requiring him to leave the country, reported Almodon.

Sisi-GPT: Egypt launches AI 'fact-checker' amid press crackdown

https://www.newarab.com/news/sisi-gpt-egypt-launches-ai-fact-checker-amid-press-crackdown

Published: October 21, 2026 16:04

The app was launched just days after security forces detained journalists working for independent fact-checking outlet Matsad2sh.

Yemen's anti-Houthi forces prepare counteroffensive to save Taiz

https://www.newarab.com/news/yemens-anti-houthi-forces-prepare-counteroffensive-save-taiz

Published: October 21, 2026 16:00

Yemeni government and anti-Houthi forces prepare to break the siege of Taiz, as a senior commander warns of a deepening humanitarian crisis.

Israeli troops turn occupied Lebanese home into polling station

https://www.newarab.com/news/israeli-troops-turn-occupied-lebanese-home-polling-station

Published: October 21, 2026 15:43

Israeli troops are using an occupied Lebanese home as a polling station, casting ballots on land seized from the very people they have displaced.

Saudi commits to addition France diesel supplies in Macron visit

https://www.newarab.com/news/saudi-commits-addition-france-diesel-supplies-macron-visit

Published: October 21, 2026 15:43

Saudi Arabia pledged extra diesel supplies to France as Macron visited Riyadh to secure energy imports following unrest over soaring living costs

Turkey to try Netanyahu, 34 Israelis over Gaza flotilla attacks

https://www.newarab.com/news/turkey-try-netanyahu-34-israelis-over-gaza-flotilla-attacks

Published: October 21, 2026 15:27

Netanyahu and 34 other Israeli officials face trial in Turkey over attacks on Gaza-bound aid flotillas and alleged abuses of activists.

Rare 700-year-old Quran manuscript to be auctioned in London

https://www.newarab.com/news/rare-700-year-old-quran-manuscript-be-auctioned-london

Published: October 21, 2026 15:24

A lavishly illuminated Quran folio from medieval Baghdad, dating to around 1310, is expected to fetch up to £70,000 at a Christie's auction in London.

JD Vance snubs Netanyahu as MAGA divisions over Israel deepen

https://www.newarab.com/news/jd-vance-snubs-netanyahu-maga-divisions-over-israel-deepen

Published: October 21, 2026 15:18

JD Vance refuses to back Netanyahu despite Trump's endorsement, amid falling US support for Israel and growing MAGA divisions over foreign policy.

'My image is mine': IAMDDB condemns Israel over propaganda video

https://www.newarab.com/news/my-image-mine-iamddb-condemns-israel-over-propaganda-video

Published: October 21, 2026 15:14

British singer-rapper IAMDDB has condemned the Israeli government for allegedly using her likeness in a propaganda video without her consent.

Race to halt US-Iran escalation as attacks on shipping intensify

https://www.newarab.com/news/race-halt-us-iran-escalation-attacks-shipping-intensify

Published: October 21, 2026 14:53

Iran's President Pezeshkian said the US should not expect to engage in negotiations while continuing the blockade

The Houthi war machine is evolving. Can Saudi Arabia keep pace?

https://www.newarab.com/analysis/houthi-war-machine-evolving-can-saudi-arabia-keep-pace

Published: October 21, 2026 14:30

Analysis: New evidence of missile-manufacturing ambitions points to a more resilient Houthi arsenal, as combined drone and missile attacks test Saudi defences

How a bizarre phrase became France's new protest slogan

https://www.newarab.com/news/how-bizarre-phrase-became-frances-new-protest-slogan

Published: October 21, 2026 13:59

'Bismillah, c'est les ténèbres' has become a rallying cry for French students mocking police racism and the stereotyping of Arab and Muslim youth.

Mourning Air: Leena Magdi on grief, loss and Sudan

https://www.newarab.com/features/mourning-air-leena-magdi-grief-loss-and-sudan

Published: October 21, 2026 13:52

Book Club: In 'Mourning Air,' Sudanese writer Leena Magdi explores grief, the loss of her brother during a protest, and her changing relationship with Sudan

Iran prepares new weapons, tactics for possible US-Israel war

https://www.newarab.com/news/iran-prepares-new-weapons-tactics-possible-us-israel-war

Published: October 21, 2026 13:21

With Iran, the US and Israel on the brink of renewed conflict, reports suggest the next war could be far more devastating than previous rounds of fighting.

Seinfeld star Jason Alexander recalls Palestinians shielding him

https://www.newarab.com/news/seinfeld-star-jason-alexander-recalls-palestinians-shielding-him

Published: October 21, 2026 13:18

Seinfeld star Jason Alexander recalls how Palestinians surrounded him to protect him during an Israeli military raid in occupied Ramallah.

Emily Feng on the Uyghur fighters who helped topple Assad

https://www.newarab.com/features/emily-feng-uyghur-fighters-who-helped-topple-assad

Published: October 21, 2026 12:57

Book Club: 'In Our Hearts Burned For Home,' journalist Emily Feng explores how Uyghur fighters helped topple Assad while fighting for a homeland of their own

El Nino could be 'literally off the monitoring charts': UN

https://www.newarab.com/news/el-nino-could-be-literally-monitoring-charts-un

Published: October 21, 2026 12:56

WMO's latest global seasonal climate updates forecast that sea surface temperatures in the tropical Pacific Ocean may rise to 3.8C above average.

How Israel's election could play out as polls forecast deadlock

https://www.newarab.com/analysis/how-israels-election-could-play-out-polls-forecast-deadlock

Published: October 21, 2026 12:47

Israel's election could leave Netanyahu and Eisenkot deadlocked, sparking weeks of coalition talks, political instability or another vote.