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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.

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

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 Doha. The technical discussions focused on the Strait of Hormuz and $6 billion in frozen Iranian funds. The IAEA has had no inspector access

July 8, 2026

by Arab Desk

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

Millions of mourners fill Tehran's Azadi Avenue during the state funeral procession for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on July 6, 2026

Millions March Through Tehran as Khamenei’s Coffin Passes and Mourners Hang Trump Effigy

Millions packed Tehran on Monday for Khamenei's funeral procession, where mourners hung a Trump effigy and

Russia steps up strikes against Ukraine ahead of VE Day celebrations

The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine said in its morning update on the war that up to 16 missile strikes targeted the cities of Kharkiv, Kherson, Mykolaiv and Odessa,

October 2, 2025

Conflicts, Military and War·News

Germany.. Industrial production fell more than expected in March

Germany’s statistics office said on Monday that the country’s industrial production fell 3.4% last March, compared with growth it had recorded the previous month at 2.1%. In a Reuters poll, analysts expected

May 8, 2023

Climate·News

What is at stake in the next Turkish elections?

Presidential and legislative elections are scheduled for May 14, with a possible second round on May 28. The elections will not only determine who will run the country, but also how it

October 2, 2025

Conflicts, Military and War·Government and Politics·News

Oil security… Does the Sudanese conflict threaten oil pipelines in the south?

South Sudan’s Oil Minister But Kang Chol previously said oil production in his country was continuing as usual despite the fierce conflict in Sudan, where the crude is exported. South Sudan relies

May 8, 2023

News

De Gea foul gives Liverpool hope of Golden Square

With the Red Devils’ loss, the gap between fourth-placed Manchester United and fifth-placed Liverpool has narrowed to one point, although United still have a game less. Manchester United’s loss, which has played

May 8, 2023

News

8 dead in crash outside Texas immigrant shelter

Texas State Police said at least 10 other people were injured, including the driver, whom authorities said they were preparing to arrest. Brownsville Police Department official Martin Sandoval said police don’t know

May 8, 2023

News

Mysterious Chinese spacecraft returns to Earth after 276 days

Media said the unmanned spacecraft returned as planned to the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China on Monday. No details were provided on what the spacecraft was, the technologies tested and

May 8, 2023

News

Mohamed bin Zayed and Bashar Al-Assad discuss strengthening bilateral relations

During the call held last night, the two sides discussed the relations between the two brotherly countries and ways to strengthen joint cooperation in various fields to serve their mutual interests. President

May 8, 2023

News

In the video, a snapshot of King Charles’ anger before the coronation

The King arrived at Westminster Abbey earlier than expected and had to wait five minutes outside before entering the chapel. The king looked angry to Camilla: “It’s boring, you can never be

May 8, 2023

News

Including a family of 11. 22 dead in a shipwreck in India

Authorities and local media reported that the accident happened in the coastal town of Tanur in Malappuram district of Kerala state and rescue operations are underway. Dozens of people helped out overnight

May 8, 2023

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Arab Desk

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

Millions March Through Tehran as Khamenei’s Coffin Passes and Mourners Hang Trump Effigy

Russia steps up strikes against Ukraine ahead of VE Day celebrations

Germany.. Industrial production fell more than expected in March

What is at stake in the next Turkish elections?

Oil security… Does the Sudanese conflict threaten oil pipelines in the south?

De Gea foul gives Liverpool hope of Golden Square

8 dead in crash outside Texas immigrant shelter

Mysterious Chinese spacecraft returns to Earth after 276 days

Mohamed bin Zayed and Bashar Al-Assad discuss strengthening bilateral relations

In the video, a snapshot of King Charles’ anger before the coronation

Including a family of 11. 22 dead in a shipwreck in India

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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