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The Arab Desk leads The Eastern Herald's reporting on the Middle East and North Africa. The desk has covered the Gaza-Israel war since October 2023, the Iran-Israel war of 2025-2026, the fall of the Assad government in Syria, Hezbollah's political and military shifts in Lebanon, the war in Yemen, and the diplomatic realignment of the Gulf states under the Abraham Accords and the Saudi-Iranian rapprochement.

Tankers in Strait of Hormuz near Musandam Oman as US-Iran military strikes intensify July 9 2026

Iran Strikes US Bases in Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain and Jordan as Airstrikes Kill 14

Iran's IRGC struck US bases in Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain and Jordan in its widest retaliation yet, targeting Al Udeid, America's largest regional base, with drones. At least 14 Iranians were killed and

July 9, 2026

by Arab Desk

Donald Trump speaks at the NATO summit after declaring the interim Iran peace accord is over.

Trump Declares Iran Peace Accord ‘Over’, US Strikes Resume, Middle East Tensions Spiral

President Donald Trump declared on Wednesday that the interim memorandum of understanding intended to end the conflict between the US and Iran was “over,” signaling a dramatic collapse in diplomatic efforts and raising fresh concerns about a broader regional war.

July 8, 2026

by Arab Desk

Trump Says Iran's Denuclearization Is Moving Along Well as Talks Focus on Shipping Fees

Trump Says Iran’s Denuclearization Is ‘Moving Along Well.’ The Talks Covered Shipping Fees.

President Trump said 'the denuclearization of Iran is moving along well' after July 1 talks in

A woman walks past an anti-Israeli mural in Tehran, Iran, June 2026, during the ongoing Iran-Israel conflict

Iran Strikes Two Vessels in Strait of Hormuz as Doha Ceasefire Talks Collapse

Iran struck two commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday as a tanker caught

Roma snatched a tough win over Leverkusen in the European League semi-finals

Bove, a Roma Academy rookie, scored the winning goal in the 63rd minute after following Tammy Abraham’s shot, which was saved by Leverkusen goalkeeper Lukas Hradecky. The visitors nearly equalized at the

May 12, 2023

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Saudi Arabia announces end to evacuations from Sudan

The Saudi Foreign Ministry said in a statement on its Twitter account: “The Kingdom has completed the implementation of all humanitarian evacuations of its citizens and nationals of sisterly and friendly countries

May 12, 2023

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Russia comments on the reports of the Ukrainian breakthrough from the front: under control

The ministry said: “The statements reported by the chains on the defensive breaches that occurred in different parts of the line of contact do not correspond to reality.” The ministry also confirmed

October 2, 2025

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European League.. Juventus snatch a draw in Seville

Moroccan striker Youssef Al-Nusairi scored early in the first half with a perfect shot from close range, and Sevilla could have extended their lead before the end of the first half. Juventus,

May 12, 2023

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Weak US economic data sends black gold prices plunging

Oil prices fell nearly 2% to a one-week low on Thursday as a political standoff over the U.S. debt ceiling added to recession fears in the world’s biggest oil consumer. Read the

May 12, 2023

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Will climate technology change the face of industry?

The International Energy Agency predicts that the market for these technologies will more than triple by 2030, to around $650 billion. This boom will be reflected in increased employment in the sector,

May 12, 2023

Climate·News

Signing of a preliminary agreement in principle between the Sudanese army and the Rapid Support Forces

According to the sources, the Sudanese army and the Rapid Support Forces have announced their commitment to carry out humanitarian work and meet the needs of civilians. The declaration included the army

May 12, 2023

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The “tragic end” of the world’s most famous male duck

The male duck, nicknamed “Long Boa”, arrived on the York University campus in Britain in 2019, and has been widely admired ever since. The bird has gained great fame since its image

May 12, 2023

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Elon Musk announces… a new head of “Twitter”

“My role will transition to Executive Chairman and Chief Technology Officer, overseeing products, software and computers,” he added in a tweet. However, he did not mention the candidate’s name. The move should

October 2, 2025

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Changes on Twitter.. a president in place of Musk, and the latter announces his new position

“My role will transition to Executive Chairman and Chief Technology Officer, overseeing products, software and computers,” Musk added in a tweet. In his tweet, which he posted on his official Twitter account,

October 2, 2025

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Iran Strikes US Bases in Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain and Jordan as Airstrikes Kill 14

Trump Declares Iran Peace Accord ‘Over’, US Strikes Resume, Middle East Tensions Spiral

Trump Says Iran’s Denuclearization Is ‘Moving Along Well.’ The Talks Covered Shipping Fees.

Iran Strikes Two Vessels in Strait of Hormuz as Doha Ceasefire Talks Collapse

Roma snatched a tough win over Leverkusen in the European League semi-finals

Saudi Arabia announces end to evacuations from Sudan

Russia comments on the reports of the Ukrainian breakthrough from the front: under control

European League.. Juventus snatch a draw in Seville

Weak US economic data sends black gold prices plunging

Will climate technology change the face of industry?

Signing of a preliminary agreement in principle between the Sudanese army and the Rapid Support Forces

The “tragic end” of the world’s most famous male duck

Elon Musk announces… a new head of “Twitter”

Changes on Twitter.. a president in place of Musk, and the latter announces his new position

Radical Islam is being appreciated by Indian authorities too

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

Ahmadis in Bangladesh face fresh threat of persecution

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