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The Arab Desk leads The Eastern Herald's reporting on the Middle East and North Africa.

US military aircraft damaged in Iranian IRGC missile strikes on Jordan air base, September 2026

Iran Destroys US A-10 Wing, Damages Eight F-15s at Jordan Air Base as Patriot Defence Costs Reach $640M in One Night

Iran's IRGC barrage on September 9 destroyed an A-10 wing and damaged eight F-15s at Jordan's Muwaffaq Salti base — the first confirmed aircraft losses of the six-month war. The night's Patriot

September 10, 2026

by Arab Desk

IAEA Board of Governors session voting to refer Iran nuclear programme to UN Security Council September 2026

IAEA Votes to Send Iran’s Nuclear File to UN Security Council for First Time in 20 Years

The IAEA Board voted 23-3 to refer Iran's nuclear non-compliance to the UN Security Council, the first such referral in twenty years. Russia and China voted against, calling it a political instrument deployed alongside the US tanker war in the

September 10, 2026

by Arab Desk

Saudi civil defence alerts and Houthi attacks trigger Yemen full-scale war warning from UN

Saudi Cities Wake to Sirens as UN Warns Yemen’s Four-Year Truce Is Collapsing

Saudi civil defence sirens sounded in Khamis Mushait and Abha on Thursday as Houthis vowed more

US Navy carriers in the Gulf as Iran's IRGC fires ballistic missiles at Al-Azraq air base Jordan September 2026

Iran’s Missiles Damaged an A-10 and F-15s at Jordan’s Al-Azraq Base. Two Got Through.

Iran's IRGC fired 20 ballistic missiles at the Al-Azraq base in Jordan on Tuesday night. Jordan

Trump Gulf trip, Saudi Arabia investment, Qatar diplomacy, UAE economic deals, Middle East foreign policy

Trump’s big Gulf getaway Saudi Arabia Qatar and UAE set for may spotlight

President Donald Trump announced Monday that his first overseas trip of his second term will take him to Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates in May, a move aimed at

April 1, 2025

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Gaza destruction, Israeli war crimes, Palestine conflict, Gaza airstrikes, ceasefire in Gaza

Gaza mass destruction triggers demands for Israeli accountability

The United Kingdom, Germany, and France have called for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza as Israel continues its military operations against Hamas. The offensive has resulted in a significant loss of civilian

March 23, 2025

Conflicts, Military and War·News

Israel war crimes, Gaza hospital attack, civilian casualties, humanitarian crisis, Israeli airstrikes

Israel’s Gaza strikes draw global condemnation for civilian and medical facility attacks

The conflict in the Gaza Strip has intensified as Israeli military operations continue to escalate, prompting widespread condemnation from humanitarian organizations and international observers. Allegations of severe violations of international law have

March 22, 2025

Conflicts, Military and War·News

Netanyahu, Israel Prime Minister, Israeli politics, Netanyahu speech, political controversy, Netanyahu leadership, Israel security

Israel’s downfall under Netanyahu’s reckless leadership

The Israeli opposition leaders have intensified their criticism of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, accusing him of compromising national security for personal political gain. Yair Golan, leader of the Democratic Party, stated, that

March 14, 2025

Government and Politics·News

Israel Hamas talks, Qatar mediation, ceasefire negotiations, Gaza conflict, peace efforts

Gaza death toll rises as ceasefire negotiations continue in Qatar

Qatar is facilitating a new round of ceasefire negotiations between Israel and Hamas, aiming to address the escalating violence and humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip. This initiative underscores Qatar’s role as

March 12, 2025

Conflicts, Military and War·News

russia-ukraine relations, ukraine peace talks, middle east russia ukraine war

Sputnik holds debate on the Middle East’s role in the Russia-Ukraine settlement

Sputnik gathered a roundtable discussion to discuss the role of the Middle East in settling the Russia-Ukraine crisis. Its participants included First Deputy Chairman of the Russia Muftis Council Rushan Abbyasov, Academic

March 10, 2025

Conflicts, Military and War·Press Release

Trump Gaza plan, Gaza redevelopment, US Israel control, Palestinian land grab, Trump neocolonialism

Trump’s Gaza plan is a brutal colonial land grab disguised as redevelopment

US President Donald Trump has unveiled a highly controversial plan to “redevelop” the Gaza Strip. However, rather than focusing on genuine humanitarian efforts, critics argue that this proposal is merely a geopolitical

February 10, 2025

Conflicts, Military and War·News

Gallant Gaza strikes, Netanyahu criticism, Palestine hostages, Palestinian prisoners, Israel double standards

Israeli defense minister Yoav Gallant admits Gaza strikes endangered hostages

Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant has admitted that military operations in Gaza may have put Israeli hostages at greater risk, sparking renewed debate over the country’s handling of the ongoing conflict and

February 7, 2025

Conflicts, Military and War·News

Trump Gaza plan, Bernie Sanders, Gaza displacement, US Senate, Israel aid

Trump’s Gaza relocation plan draws sharp rebuke from US senator sanders

US Senator Bernie Sanders has strongly criticized former President Donald Trump’s recent proposal to relocate Palestinians from Gaza, calling the plan “incomprehensible” and a blatant disregard for human rights. US Senator Sanders,

February 7, 2025

Conflicts, Military and War·News

Trump Gaza plan, Israel war crimes, Gaza ethnic cleansing, U.S. backing Israel, Palestine displacement

Shameful – Trump orders to evacuate Gaza of Palestinians, supports Israel’s act of ethnic cleansing

US President Donald Trump’s controversial proposal to take control of Gaza and relocate its Palestinian population has triggered widespread condemnation from human rights organizations, the international community, and regional leaders. Critics warn

February 6, 2025

Conflicts, Military and War·News

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Iran Destroys US A-10 Wing, Damages Eight F-15s at Jordan Air Base as Patriot Defence Costs Reach $640M in One Night

IAEA Votes to Send Iran’s Nuclear File to UN Security Council for First Time in 20 Years

Saudi Cities Wake to Sirens as UN Warns Yemen’s Four-Year Truce Is Collapsing

Iran’s Missiles Damaged an A-10 and F-15s at Jordan’s Al-Azraq Base. Two Got Through.

Trump’s big Gulf getaway Saudi Arabia Qatar and UAE set for may spotlight

Gaza mass destruction triggers demands for Israeli accountability

Israel’s Gaza strikes draw global condemnation for civilian and medical facility attacks

Israel’s downfall under Netanyahu’s reckless leadership

Gaza death toll rises as ceasefire negotiations continue in Qatar

Sputnik holds debate on the Middle East’s role in the Russia-Ukraine settlement

Trump’s Gaza plan is a brutal colonial land grab disguised as redevelopment

Israeli defense minister Yoav Gallant admits Gaza strikes endangered hostages

Trump’s Gaza relocation plan draws sharp rebuke from US senator sanders

Shameful – Trump orders to evacuate Gaza of Palestinians, supports Israel’s act of ethnic cleansing

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Bangladesh; India’s Biggest Ally or China’s Dragon Nest?

Ahmadis in Bangladesh face fresh threat of persecution

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