Arab Desk

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

Urgent Turkish decision after shooting at the car of the ambassador in Sudan

Official sources confirmed the shooting incident at the car of Turkish Ambassador to Sudan Ismail Cubanoglu on Saturday, noting that the vehicle was damaged. Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu told reporters in

May 6, 2023

News

Macron: France has increased its development aid by 50% in 5 years

Macron said in a video clip posted on Twitter: “In fighting global poverty, we are fighting the root causes of wars. By helping the most fragile countries to cope with the consequences

October 2, 2025

Climate·News

US F-16 crashes south of Seoul

The US Air Force said in a statement that the pilot ejected and was released safely before the fighter crashed, and was taken to the nearest hospital. “A fighter jet (F-16 Fighting

May 6, 2023

News

Because of the weather… a ‘disappointing’ amendment to the most iconic depictions of King Charles’ coronation

With the clouds dropping and rain falling over Buckingham Palace, the air show scheduled for 01:30 GMT has changed. The ‘modified’ parade will be performed by Royal Air Force ‘Red Arrows’ helicopters

May 6, 2023

Climate·News

Because of the weather… a “disappointing” modification of the most striking representations of the king’s coronation

May 6, 2023

Climate·News

Rising demand pushes the price of the yellow metal up in a week

The World Gold Council said on Friday that global demand for the gold had fallen in the first three months of 2023, as heavy buying by central banks and Chinese consumers led

May 6, 2023

News

“They will pay me with money from the Bank of Fortune.” Pique mocks ‘Barcelona’s poverty’.

During an interview, Pique was asked if Barcelona owe him any money, and he replied that the club don’t owe him as he forfeits the rest of his salary. After asking if

May 6, 2023

News

With the American Patriot, Ukraine shoots down the last Russian missile

Ukrainian Air Force Commander Mykola Oleshuk said via the “Telegram” app that a “Kinjal” ballistic missile was intercepted during a night attack on the Ukrainian capital earlier in the week . It

October 2, 2025

Conflicts, Military and War·News

Scientists explain the disappearance of “the most prominent rings in our solar system”

The researchers said that Saturn’s rings fell on the planet like an icy rain, noting that this happened because of this planet’s intense gravity. Saturn’s rings are the most extensive planetary ring

May 6, 2023

News

Biden talks about his old age…and a video of a new “lapse”.

“I’ve learned a lot of wisdom and I know more than the vast majority of people,” Biden said in his first interview since officially launching his campaign last week to an MSNBC

October 2, 2025

Government and Politics·News

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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

Urgent Turkish decision after shooting at the car of the ambassador in Sudan

Macron: France has increased its development aid by 50% in 5 years

US F-16 crashes south of Seoul

Because of the weather… a ‘disappointing’ amendment to the most iconic depictions of King Charles’ coronation

Because of the weather… a “disappointing” modification of the most striking representations of the king’s coronation

Rising demand pushes the price of the yellow metal up in a week

“They will pay me with money from the Bank of Fortune.” Pique mocks ‘Barcelona’s poverty’.

With the American Patriot, Ukraine shoots down the last Russian missile

Scientists explain the disappearance of “the most prominent rings in our solar system”

Biden talks about his old age…and a video of a new “lapse”.

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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