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The New Arab
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No spying took place by employees of Iraqi PM's office: advisor
https://www.newarab.com/news/no-spying-took-place-employees-iraqi-pms-office-advisor
Published: September 8, 2024 00:00
The reports have caused a stir in Iraq, which has seen a period of relative stability since Sudani was brought to power in late 2022.
Gaza war reaches 12th month with truce hopes slim
https://www.newarab.com/news/gaza-war-reaches-12th-month-truce-hopes-slim
Published: September 7, 2024 23:46
Israeli attacks on Gaza showed no sign of slowing down as the conflict entered its twelfth month on Saturday with Palestinians enduring months of displacement.
Top US diplomat Antony Blinken to head to UK for talks on Gaza
https://www.newarab.com/news/top-us-diplomat-antony-blinken-head-uk-talks-gaza
Published: September 7, 2024 22:55
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is due to visit Washington later next week in his second visit to the White House since becoming leader in July.
US: Iran transferred short-range ballistic missiles to Russia
https://www.newarab.com/news/us-iran-transferred-short-range-ballistic-missiles-russia
Published: September 7, 2024 21:09
Washington said that Iran's reach threatens stability beyond the Middle East, in response to reports of a missile transfer to Russia.
Lebanon says Israeli attack kills 3 emergency workers
https://www.newarab.com/news/lebanon-says-israeli-attack-kills-3-emergency-workers
Published: September 7, 2024 18:52
Lebanon's civil defence said in a statement that three of its employees were killed in "an Israeli strike that targeted a firefighting vehicle".
Gaza couple’s wedding brings joy to displaced people at school
https://www.newarab.com/news/gaza-couples-wedding-brings-joy-displaced-people-school
Published: September 7, 2024 16:52
A Palestinian couple got married at a school housing displaced people at the Nuseirat camp, bringing joy to people suffering as a result of Israel's war
Turkey's Erdogan calls for Islamic alliance against Israel
https://www.newarab.com/news/turkeys-erdogan-calls-islamic-alliance-against-israel
Published: September 7, 2024 16:13
Turkey's president made the statement following reports from Palestinian and Turkish officials regarding the killing of an American woman by Israeli troops.
Iraq's Kurdish authorities extradite activist to Iran: group
https://www.newarab.com/news/iraqs-kurdish-authorities-extradite-activist-iran-group
Published: September 7, 2024 15:21
An Iranian Kurdish activist was extradited from Iraq's autonomous Kurdish region back to Iran, according to a leading Kurdish opposition group.
Israeli forces mutilate boy after killing him in West Bank
https://www.newarab.com/news/israeli-forces-mutilate-boy-after-killing-him-west-bank
Published: September 7, 2024 15:17
Israeli forces have killed a teenage boy during an assault on the town of Tubas in the northern West Bank, later mutilating his body with a bulldozer.
Libya’s coast guard intercepts 64 Europe-bound migrants
https://www.newarab.com/news/libyas-coast-guard-intercepts-64-europe-bound-migrants
Published: September 7, 2024 14:31
Libya's coast guard intercepted a boat carrying dozens of Europe-bound migrants and returned them to shore, authorities reported on Saturday.
Family demands independent probe into Israel killing of American
https://www.newarab.com/news/family-demands-independent-probe-israel-killing-american
Published: September 7, 2024 14:02
The death of a Turkish-American activist has led to her family seeking accountability and transparency regarding the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Israeli killing of American-Turkish activist condemned worldwide
https://www.newarab.com/news/israeli-killing-american-turkish-activist-condemned-worldwide
Published: September 7, 2024 12:13
Israel's killing of an American-Turkish woman, Aysenur Eygi, sparked anger and calls for accountability from governments, activists, and NGOs around the world.
UAE's Etihad finds 'no issues' with engines of A350 fleet
https://www.newarab.com/news/uaes-etihad-finds-no-issues-engines-a350-fleet
Published: September 7, 2024 11:48
UAE carrier Etihad Airways has reported that its inspections of the Airbus A350 fleet revealed no issues with the engines.
Gaza: Polio vaccination drive for children enters second phase
https://www.newarab.com/news/gaza-polio-vaccination-drive-children-enters-second-phase
Published: September 7, 2024 10:21
At least 35,000 children have been vaccinated so far, however medical charities and staff have raised concerns over the challenges up against them.
Algeria's aging president expected to breeze to second term
https://www.newarab.com/news/algerias-aging-president-expected-breeze-second-term
Published: September 7, 2024 09:45
Algerians began voting in a presidential election expected to bring a second term for the incumbent Abdelmadjid Tebboune who is hoping for a high turnout.
Gaza: Israeli strikes kill 13 as polio vaccinations resume
https://www.newarab.com/news/gaza-israeli-strikes-kill-13-polio-vaccinations-resume
Published: September 7, 2024 09:01
Israeli strikes killed at least 13 Palestinians across the Gaza Strip on Friday as health officials resumed vaccinations against polio
Turkey spy chief visits Libya amid political standoff
https://www.newarab.com/news/turkey-spy-chief-visits-libya-amid-political-standoff
Published: September 7, 2024 02:57
The head of Turkey' National Intelligence Agency travelled to Tripoli in an attempt to break the political deadlock that has shut down Libya's oil exports.
UN suspects war crimes in Sudan, calls for peacekeeping force
https://www.newarab.com/news/un-suspects-war-crimes-sudan-calls-peacekeeping-force
Published: September 7, 2024 02:34
A UN report has said that both sides in Sudan's civil war have committed war crimes and recommends an impartial peacekeeping force to protect civilians.
UN says more than 700,000 affected by South Sudan floods
https://www.newarab.com/news/un-says-more-700000-affected-south-sudan-floods
Published: September 7, 2024 02:04
Over 700,000 people have been affected by devastated by flooding across South Sudan, with the number continuing to rise.
Man charged over alleged plot to attack New York Jewish center
https://www.newarab.com/news/man-charged-over-alleged-plot-attack-new-york-jewish-center
Published: September 7, 2024 01:21
The US Department of Justice have charged a man with planning an attack on a Jewish centre in Brooklyn to coincide with the beginning of the war on Gaza.
Indian plane makes emergency landing in Turkey after bomb threat
https://www.newarab.com/news/indian-plane-makes-emergency-landing-turkey-after-bomb-threat
Published: September 7, 2024 01:04
A flight from Mumbai to Frankfurt was forced to land in eastern Turkey following a bomb threat found in the lavatory of the plane.
UN investigator accuses Israel of Gaza 'starvation campaign'
https://www.newarab.com/news/un-investigator-accuses-israel-gaza-starvation-campaign
Published: September 7, 2024 00:04
An independent UN investigator has concluded that Israel is waging a deliberate campaign of starvation against the people of Gaza.
Russia, China, Iran 'trying to influence US election'
https://www.newarab.com/news/russia-china-iran-trying-influence-us-election
Published: September 6, 2024 23:23
US intelligence is warning that Russia, China and Iran are attempting to influence the upcoming US elections using various different mechanisms.
Jordan FM: Displacement of Palestinians will be 'act of war'
https://www.newarab.com/news/jordan-fm-displacement-palestinians-will-be-act-war
Published: September 6, 2024 22:35
Jordan's FM hit out at Benjamin Netanyahu's conduct in both the West Bank and Israel, calling any attempts to displace Palestinians akin to 'an act of war'.
Iraq deal would see hundreds of troops withdraw in first year
https://www.newarab.com/news/iraq-deal-would-see-hundreds-troops-withdraw-first-year
Published: September 6, 2024 22:06
Washington and Baghdad have reached an understanding that will see a phased withdrawal of US-led coalition forces from the country by 2026.
New sexual abuse claim against Palestinian in Israeli jail
https://www.newarab.com/news/new-sexual-abuse-claim-against-palestinian-israeli-jail
Published: September 6, 2024 20:13
A Palestinian man was reportedly sexually abused and brutally beaten on multiple occasions by Israeli prison guards, his lawyer has said.
Walz: Gaza demonstrators are protesting for the 'right reasons'
https://www.newarab.com/news/walz-gaza-demonstrators-are-protesting-right-reasons
Published: September 6, 2024 19:28
In an apparent shift in tone from Biden, Tim Walz has said that those protesting against Israel's war on Gaza are doing so for the right reasons.
Tunisia candidate Zammel detained hours after release
https://www.newarab.com/news/tunisia-candidate-zammel-detained-hours-after-release
Published: September 6, 2024 16:46
A court in Manouba, west of Tunis, ordered his temporary release late Thursday after he spent four days in detention.
Hollywood stars call for US arms embargo on Israel amid Gaza war
https://www.newarab.com/news/hollywood-stars-call-us-arms-embargo-israel-amid-gaza-war
Published: September 6, 2024 16:42
Celebrities including Mark Ruffalo and Cynthia Nixon have urged the US to stop supplying Israel with weapons as it continues its indiscriminate attacks on Gaza
Syria rebels cuts ties with Turkey-backed opposition government
https://www.newarab.com/news/syria-rebels-cuts-ties-turkey-backed-opposition-government
Published: September 6, 2024 16:25
The Syrian Levant Front armed group has said it will cease cooperation with the Syrian opposition 'interim government' after a disastrous meeting.
Hamas releases Gaza before and after video to tune of indie band
https://www.newarab.com/news/hamas-releases-gaza-and-after-video-tune-indie-band
Published: September 6, 2024 16:17
Hamas' armed wing published a video showcasing how life was before the heavy Israeli bombardment of Gaza, using a song from the Egyptian band Cairokee.
Trump tells Jewish voters Israel would be 'gone' under Harris
https://www.newarab.com/news/trump-tells-jewish-voters-israel-would-be-gone-under-harris
Published: September 6, 2024 16:04
Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump told a group of Jewish voters that Israel would disappear under a Harris administration.
Mayors decry Smotrich's 'racist' budget cut to Palestinian towns
https://www.newarab.com/news/mayors-decry-smotrichs-racist-budget-cut-palestinian-towns
Published: September 6, 2024 15:12
Smotrich's cuts will lead to an increase in poverty in Israel's Palestinian towns, and a decrease in public services and education programmes, mayors said.
Egyptian MB members 'silenced' during Sisi's Turkey visit
https://www.newarab.com/news/egyptian-mb-members-silenced-during-sisis-turkey-visit
Published: September 6, 2024 15:10
Sisi's visit to Ankara this week is his first since he took office following an over a one-decade-old rift.
Man who targeted asylum hotel receives longest UK riot sentence
https://www.newarab.com/news/man-who-targeted-asylum-hotel-receives-longest-uk-riot-sentence-0
Published: September 6, 2024 14:57
Thomas Birley was jailed for nine years for his role in violence outside the Holiday Inn Express hotel near Rotherham, northern England.
Haunted by the rubble: Morocco's quake survivors PTSD struggle
https://www.newarab.com/news/haunted-rubble-moroccos-quake-survivors-ptsd-struggle
Published: September 6, 2024 14:24
"For me, the quake has never stopped. I still see it and feel it every day," says Omar Ouzart, a villager.
UK: Met police U-turn on pro-Palestine protests restrictions
https://www.newarab.com/news/uk-met-police-u-turn-pro-palestine-protests-restrictions
Published: September 6, 2024 13:54
The UK Met police backtracked on restrictions placed on a pro-Palestine march in London following backlash from organisers and activists.
Israeli forces kill US citizen in W. Bank with 'gunshot to head'
https://www.newarab.com/news/israeli-forces-kill-us-citizen-w-bank-gunshot-head
Published: September 6, 2024 13:38
Witnesses and local media said Israeli forces shot the woman, who was described as an activist, during a campaign to protect farmers.
Lebanon's ex-bank governor 'broke down in tears' during arrest
https://www.newarab.com/news/lebanons-ex-bank-governor-broke-down-tears-during-arrest
Published: September 6, 2024 13:33
Former Lebanese Central Bank Governor Riad Salameh reportedly broke down in tears during his arrest while avoiding being photographed in handcuffs.
US caution Israel that naval forces can't protect them 'forever'
https://www.newarab.com/news/us-caution-israel-naval-forces-cant-protect-them-forever
Published: September 6, 2024 13:27
US officials reportedly told Israel that US naval forces deployed in the region cannot stay there to protect them indefinitely.
Ala Eddine Slim on creating alternate worlds through cinema
https://www.newarab.com/features/ala-eddine-slim-creating-alternate-worlds-through-cinema
Published: September 6, 2024 13:27
Tunisian filmmaker Ala Eddine Slim talks more about his unique third feature, Agora, which grabbed the Pardo Verde award at the 77th Locarno Film Festival
Where do UK Tory leadership hopefuls stand on the Middle East?
https://www.newarab.com/news/where-do-uk-tory-leadership-hopefuls-stand-middle-east
Published: September 6, 2024 12:46
Five Conservative politicians are competing to be the new party leader after Rishi Sunak's resignation following their dramatic defeat in the general election.
Blinken says Gaza ceasefire deal '90 percent ready'
https://www.newarab.com/news/blinken-says-gaza-ceasefire-deal-90-percent-ready
Published: September 6, 2024 12:32
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said there were still gaps in the agreement in how Israeli captives and Palestinian prisoners are exchanged.
Journalist unions 'concerned' over Richard Medhurst arrest in UK
https://www.newarab.com/news/journalist-unions-concerned-over-richard-medhurst-arrest-uk
Published: September 6, 2024 11:59
The NUJ and IFJ have issued a joint statement sharing concerns over the 24-hour arrest of British journalist Richard Medhurst under the terrorism act.
'Purely military approach' not the solution in Gaza: German FM
https://www.newarab.com/news/purely-military-approach-not-solution-gaza-german-fm
Published: September 6, 2024 11:38
Annalena Baerbock's remarks come amid increased pressure on Israel's government to reach a deal to secure the release of the remaining captives.
The stain on Western media press vests is from the blood of Gaza
https://www.newarab.com/opinion/stain-western-media-press-vests-blood-gaza
Published: September 6, 2024 11:28
The Western media's skewed coverage of Israel's assault on Gaza has exposed its rotten core, led by client journalism and deadly spin, says Myriam Francois.
German migration commissioner proposes Rwanda deportation plan
https://www.newarab.com/news/german-migration-commissioner-proposes-rwanda-deportation-plan
Published: September 6, 2024 11:21
Germany's Special Representative for Migration Agreements said the EU could use asylum facilities in Rwanda, which were initially intended for the UK.
MENA Sports Wrap: The Arab athletes at 2024 Paris Paralympics
https://www.newarab.com/news/mena-sports-wrap-arab-athletes-2024-paris-paralympics
Published: September 6, 2024 10:44
Arab athletes are picking up medals at the 2024 Paralympic Games in Paris, as a shock result was seen at a major snooker tournament held in Saudi Arabia.
Polio vaccinations are not enough to keep children in Gaza alive
https://www.newarab.com/opinion/polio-vaccinations-are-not-enough-keep-children-gaza-alive
Published: September 6, 2024 10:06
Simply pausing & not stopping Israel’s bombing of Gaza to vaccinate children at risk of polio shows the limits of efforts to save them, writes Yara Asi.
Despite a new 'moderate' president, Iran's execution surge
https://www.newarab.com/news/despite-new-moderate-president-irans-execution-surge
Published: September 6, 2024 09:14
While campaigns against capital punishment persist outside Iran's prisons, political prisoners organised a hunger strike every Tuesday.
Israeli forces withdraw from Jenin, raid other cities
https://www.newarab.com/news/israeli-forces-withdraw-jenin-raid-other-cities
Published: September 6, 2024 08:52
Israeli forces withdrew from Jenin after a 10-day violent assault, leaving key infrastructure heavily damaged. Meanwhile, Israeli forces raided other cities.
Israel razes Gaza homes, UN says situation 'beyond catastrophic'
https://www.newarab.com/news/israel-razes-gaza-homes-un-says-situation-beyond-catastrophic
Published: September 6, 2024 08:34
Israeli strikes in central and southern Gaza left several people dead and missing under the rubble, local sources said.
As US university classes resume, so do concerns for free speech
https://www.newarab.com/news/us-university-classes-resume-so-do-concerns-free-speech
Published: September 6, 2024 08:19
"I don't know what's ahead... I can just tell you in general that folks on this side are worried about the administration shutting things down."
Israeli war threat leaves Lebanese diaspora with travel dilemma
https://www.newarab.com/features/israeli-war-threat-leaves-lebanese-diaspora-travel-dilemma
Published: September 6, 2024 06:18
With warnings to avoid travel to Lebanon amid growing regional tensions, we speak to the diaspora community about the fear of visiting home and the guilt of not
Lebanon justice ministry accuses Salameh of financial crimes
https://www.newarab.com/news/lebanon-justice-ministry-accuses-salameh-financial-crimes
Published: September 5, 2024 17:06
Riad Salameh, the disgraced former central bank governor in Lebanon, has been accused of 'illicit enrichment through public funds' by the justice ministry.
US 'discussing deal with Hamas' to release American captives
https://www.newarab.com/news/us-discussing-deal-hamas-release-american-captives
Published: September 5, 2024 16:53
Biden administration officials have said all options are being considered, but insisted a Hamas-Israel deal is the best course of action.
Syrian hospitals face major funding shortfalls, risking closure
https://www.newarab.com/news/syrian-hospitals-face-major-funding-shortfalls-risking-closure
Published: September 5, 2024 16:42
The health system in Syria is facing increasingly challenges as humanitarian conditions continue to fester and international donor fatigue.
Oil-rich UAE completes Arab world's first nuclear plant
https://www.newarab.com/news/oil-rich-uae-completes-arab-worlds-first-nuclear-plant
Published: September 5, 2024 16:07
The Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant, the Arab world's first, will reportedly generate 25 percent of the electricity needs of the UAE.
Amnesty urges war crimes probe over Israel razing of east Gaza
https://www.newarab.com/news/amnesty-urges-war-crimes-probe-over-israel-razing-east-gaza
Published: September 5, 2024 15:30
The NGO said Israel unlawfully destroyed agricultural land and buildings, razing entire neighbourhoods as it seeks to expand a 'buffer zone' in east Gaza.
Israeli captive's family say Netanyahu missed chance to save her
https://www.newarab.com/news/israeli-captives-family-say-netanyahu-missed-chance-save-her
Published: September 5, 2024 15:24
Carmel Gat's family confirmed the authenticity of the video on Wednesday evening, just days after her body was returned to Israeli on Sunday.
ICC officials receiving threats over Israeli ministers warrants
https://www.newarab.com/news/icc-officials-receiving-threats-over-israeli-ministers-warrants
Published: September 5, 2024 15:22
The ICC's chief prosecutor revealed some officials of the court have been receiving personal threats from Russian and Israeli supporters.
Turkey blocks Gaza bound flotilla carrying 5,000 tonnes of aid
https://www.newarab.com/news/turkey-blocks-gaza-bound-flotilla-carrying-5000-tonnes-aid
Published: September 5, 2024 15:21
Turkish activists have been trying to ship aid to Gaza, where the besieged enclave is at risk of famine.
Reconstruction efforts in Libya are cementing Haftar's ambitions
https://www.newarab.com/analysis/reconstruction-efforts-libya-are-cementing-haftars-ambitions
Published: September 5, 2024 14:41
In-depth: Khalifa Haftar's sons are using huge billion-dollar reconstruction projects with murky funding to entrench their power in eastern Libya.
We looked at Israel's claims about Hamas support. They are lying
https://www.newarab.com/opinion/we-looked-israels-claims-about-hamas-support-they-are-lying
Published: September 5, 2024 14:27
Misbar's investigations team has exposed major discrepancies in the Israeli army's claim that Hamas falsified polls after October 7, writes Wesam Abo Marq.
Is Israel using Gaza's 'mowing the lawn' strategy in West Bank?
https://www.newarab.com/news/israel-using-gazas-mowing-lawn-strategy-west-bank
Published: September 5, 2024 14:11
The Israeli military strategy seeks to diminish its opponents' military strength by conducting large but occasional assaults.
Bahrain: Dissidents among 450 prisoners released in royal pardon
https://www.newarab.com/news/bahrain-dissidents-among-450-prisoners-released-royal-pardon
Published: September 5, 2024 13:44
The prisoners were pardoned by Bahrain's King Hamad Al Khalifa to 'foster social cohesion', and to mark the monarch's 25th year on the throne.
Back to school for most people, except for Palestinians in Gaza
https://www.newarab.com/news/back-school-most-people-except-palestinians-gaza
Published: September 5, 2024 13:33
Out of the total number of deaths, the Israeli army killed about 9,000 students, 500 teachers, and 110 university lecturers and professors.
France: Macron names ex-Brexit negotiator Michel Barnier as PM
https://www.newarab.com/news/france-macron-names-ex-brexit-negotiator-michel-barnier-pm
Published: September 5, 2024 13:03
Barnier, the former Brexit negotiator and now France's oldest premier, is tasked with forming 'a unifying government in the service of the country'.
Grenfell inquiry: Families of UK fire victims seek prosecutions
https://www.newarab.com/news/grenfell-inquiry-families-uk-fire-victims-seek-prosecutions
Published: September 5, 2024 12:29
Families of the victims of the Grenfell blaze, many from the MENA region, are demanding criminal prosecutions following the final inquiry.
12 Syrian soldiers killed in HTS-claimed suicide attacks
https://www.newarab.com/news/12-syrian-soldiers-killed-hts-claimed-suicide-attacks
Published: September 5, 2024 12:02
The soldier death toll in northwest Syria is said to be among the highest in the region since last September, the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said.
Explainer: All you need to know about Algeria’s 2024 elections
https://www.newarab.com/news/explainer-all-you-need-know-about-algerias-2024-elections
Published: September 5, 2024 11:43
With Algeria gearing up for presidential elections on Saturday, here are some key facts on who's standing, who backs them, and what is the most likely outcome.
Israeli podcasters muse over 'erasing every being in Gaza'
https://www.newarab.com/news/israeli-podcasters-muse-over-erasing-every-being-gaza
Published: September 5, 2024 11:33
On X, the podcasters appear to have doubled down on their words, arguing that most Israelis would like to see Gaza's destruction.
Hamas accuse Netanyahu of trying to 'thwart' Gaza ceasefire deal
https://www.newarab.com/news/hamas-accuse-netanyahu-trying-thwart-gaza-ceasefire-deal
Published: September 5, 2024 11:32
Hamas also said that a new ceasefire deal 'isn't needed' as the Palestinian group had already agreed on the proposal outlined by the US at the end of May.
How Israel's war on Gaza is spilling into the West Bank
https://www.newarab.com/analysis/how-israels-war-gaza-spilling-west-bank
Published: September 5, 2024 11:15
In-depth: There are fears that Israel's military raids in the West Bank, the largest in decades, are fuelled by plans to annex the Palestinian territory.
Ignore the noise, Ireland is America's favourite Gaza gunrunner
https://www.newarab.com/opinion/ignore-noise-ireland-americas-favourite-gaza-gunrunner
Published: September 5, 2024 11:04
Ireland's symbolic gestures to Gaza mask the material military assistance it offers to its American sugar daddy, Uncle Sam, writes Adam Doyle aka Spicebag.
Gaza: Palestinians would 'rather die' than live through more war
https://www.newarab.com/news/gaza-palestinians-would-rather-die-live-through-more-war
Published: September 5, 2024 11:02
Mental health needs have surged in Gaza with some saying they would rather die than live through more displacement and deprivation.
Meta rules 'from the river to the sea' is not hate speech
https://www.newarab.com/news/meta-rules-river-sea-not-hate-speech
Published: September 5, 2024 11:00
Meta's moderators concluded that the phrase 'from the river to the sea' should remain on Meta's platforms.
Malak Mattar on how Israel's crimes stole her joy for colour
https://www.newarab.com/features/malak-mattar-how-israels-crimes-stole-her-joy-colour
Published: September 5, 2024 09:14
Malak Mattar's powerful and distinctive art portrays the ongoing struggles of Palestinians amid Israel's ongoing genocide in Gaza
Israel kills six Palestinians in West Bank, keeps pounding Gaza
https://www.newarab.com/news/israel-kills-six-palestinians-west-bank-keeps-pounding-gaza
Published: September 5, 2024 08:18
Israel's violence on the Palestinian territories continued as six were killed in a raid on the West Bank area of Tubas, and scores more in strikes on Gaza.
Minneapolis's mosque attacked again, community shaken
https://www.newarab.com/news/minneapoliss-mosque-attacked-again-community-shaken
Published: September 5, 2024 07:20
Last week's mosque attack is the 35th in three years in Minnesota, making it by far the state with the highest rate of such hate crimes on Muslims.
Iraqi government launches probe into Baghdad's protest crackdown
https://www.newarab.com/news/iraqi-government-launches-probe-baghdads-protest-crackdown
Published: September 5, 2024 07:12
Human rights groups have condemned the security forces' violence, viewing the crackdown as emblematic of a broader culture of impunity for state violence.
Iraqi militants claim drone strike on Haifa port
https://www.newarab.com/news/iraqi-militants-claim-drone-strike-haifa-port
Published: September 5, 2024 06:57
The Islamic Resistance in Iraq claims a drone strike on Haifa Port in retaliation for Israeli atrocities in Gaza.
Jordan records mpox case in 2024, assures public 'no lockdown'
https://www.newarab.com/news/jordan-records-mpox-case-2024-assures-public-no-lockdown
Published: September 4, 2024 16:59
Jordan's health ministry has confirmed an mpox case in a non-Jordanian resident, with the patient in isolation and no plans for airport testing or lockdowns.
Netanyahu 'using Philadelphi Corridor to avoid Gaza deal'
https://www.newarab.com/news/netanyahu-using-philadelphi-corridor-avoid-gaza-deal
Published: September 4, 2024 16:55
Israeli control over the Philadelphi Corridor is contentious as Egypt's demands the corridor be demilitarised as set out by the 1979 Camp David Agreement.
Twelve migrants die trying to cross Channel to UK
https://www.newarab.com/news/twelve-migrants-die-trying-cross-channel-uk
Published: September 4, 2024 16:37
At least 12 migrants, most of them from Eritrea, have died while trying to cross the English channel, with two more missing.
The US military's anti-Houthi campaign still isn't working
https://www.newarab.com/analysis/us-militarys-anti-houthi-campaign-still-isnt-working
Published: September 4, 2024 16:23
Analysis: The US is engaged in an open-ended military campaign in the Red Sea against the Houthis while ignoring the conflict's origins.
British Jews slam chief rabbi's statement on Israel arms sales
https://www.newarab.com/news/british-jews-slam-chief-rabbis-statement-israel-arms-sales
Published: September 4, 2024 16:11
Ephraim Mirvis slammed the UK government's move, saying that Israel was going to 'extraordinary lengths ' to ensure compliance with international law.
Iran summons Australian envoy over LGBTQ+ celebration in Tehran embassy
https://www.newarab.com/news/iran-summons-australian-envoy-over-lgbtq-celebration-tehran-embassy
Published: September 4, 2024 16:08
Iran has summoned the Australian ambassador over the publication of photos from a celebration in the embassy to mark Australia's LGBTQ national day.
Former minister Patel eliminated from UK Tory leadership race
https://www.newarab.com/news/former-minister-patel-eliminated-uk-tory-leadership-race
Published: September 4, 2024 15:55
Right-winger Priti Patel has been eliminated from the race to become the next leader of the British Tory Party, leaving five candidates remaining.
Tunisia presidential candidate Zammel remanded: reports
https://www.newarab.com/news/tunisia-presidential-candidate-zammel-remanded-reports
Published: September 4, 2024 15:37
After his arrest on Monday, Tunisian presidential candidate has been remanded in custody for allegedly forging ballot signatures.
Lebanon's Riad Salameh: financial wizard to enemy number one
https://www.newarab.com/news/lebanons-riad-salameh-financial-wizard-enemy-number-one
Published: September 4, 2024 15:34
Riad Salameh's global financial reputation was shredded after the state hit near bankruptcy in 2020 and Lebanon made global headlines for its economic downfall.
'Women, life, freedom': Iran's protest movement two years on
https://www.newarab.com/analysis/women-life-freedom-irans-protest-movement-two-years
Published: September 4, 2024 15:03
In-depth: The women-led protest movement left an indelible mark on Iranian society. But what does the future hold with reformist Masoud Pezeshkian as president?
Family of aid worker killed in Gaza by Israel calls for probe
https://www.newarab.com/news/family-aid-worker-killed-gaza-israel-calls-probe
Published: September 4, 2024 15:02
The family of James Kirby, one of seven aid workers killed by Israel in Gaza in April, has called for an investigation to establish accountability.
Stranded aid intended for Gaza dumped in Egypt's Al-Arish
https://www.newarab.com/news/stranded-aid-intended-gaza-dumped-egypts-al-arish
Published: September 4, 2024 15:00
Expired aid intended for Gaza has been dumped in Egypt's Al-Arish as the Rafah border crossing remains closed.
German foreign minister heads to Middle East in Gaza truce push
https://www.newarab.com/news/german-foreign-minister-heads-middle-east-gaza-truce-push
Published: September 4, 2024 14:24
Annalena Baerbock is heading on a tour of the Middle East to push for a ceasefire deal that would bring an end to Israel's war on Gaza.
Israel arms ban: What role does the UK play in F-35 production?
https://www.newarab.com/news/israel-arms-ban-what-role-does-uk-play-f-35-production
Published: September 4, 2024 14:22
The exemption of the F-35 from the UK arms suspension to Israel has been highlighted by charities, rights groups and MPs criticising the announcement.
A year since quake, tragedy persists everywhere except Marrakesh
https://www.newarab.com/news/year-quake-tragedy-persists-everywhere-except-marrakesh
Published: September 4, 2024 14:22
An hour from Marrakesh, the region's villages remain stuck in the quake's aftermath. Villagers still mourn their homes, businesses, and loved ones.
Suspected Turkish airstrike kills 3 civilians in Iraqi Kurdistan
https://www.newarab.com/news/suspected-turkish-airstrike-kills-3-civilians-iraqi-kurdistan
Published: September 4, 2024 14:09
The airstrike targeted a civilian car on the main road connecting the Khalakan sub-district of Sulaimaniyah to Erbil, the capital of the Kurdistan region.
Grenfell inferno 'culmination of decades of failure': UK inquiry
https://www.newarab.com/news/grenfell-inferno-culmination-decades-failure-uk-inquiry
Published: September 4, 2024 13:57
A report on the 2017 fire that killed 72 people in Grenfell Tower has found that it occurred due to gross failure by government and construction bodies.
Swiss embassy returns to Iraq capital, closed since Gulf War
https://www.newarab.com/news/swiss-embassy-returns-iraq-capital-closed-gulf-war
Published: September 4, 2024 13:29
Switzerland reopened its embassy in the Iraqi capital Baghdad on Tuesday, 33 years after it closed its diplomatic mission in the country.
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