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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.

Vessels navigating the Strait of Hormuz near Oman, May 2026

Iran’s Parliament Is Running Its Own Deadline. It Converges With the MoU on August 21.

Iran's parliament National Security Commission cleared the Hormuz toll bill in spring. A full Majlis vote, Guardian Council review, and presidential signature remain. Iran's stated target is mid-August — the same moment

July 3, 2026

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Iranian and US delegations at Burgenstock Switzerland talks June 2026

The Committee Overseeing Israel’s Lebanon Withdrawal Doesn’t Include Israel.

A Lebanon oversight committee from the Burgenstock talks includes Iran, the US, Lebanon, Qatar, and Pakistan — but not Israel, whose withdrawal it supervises. Ghalibaf designated Iran's representative after coordinating with Nabih Berri; the mechanism operates with 38 days left

July 3, 2026

by Arab Desk

Cargo ships off Khor Fakkan Container Terminal UAE Gulf of Oman Strait of Hormuz June 2026

Hull War Premiums Halved in Hormuz. Seafarers Still Have the Right to Refuse.

Hull war premiums on Strait of Hormuz transits have roughly halved since the Islamabad MoU was

Israeli army tank positioned along the Israel-Lebanon border as forces remain in southern Lebanon, July 2026

The Framework Israel Signed With Lebanon Doesn’t Require Withdrawal. That’s Iran’s Problem With It.

The US brokered a Trilateral Framework between Israel, Lebanon, and the US that gives Israel a

Preacher Hamad Saleh Al-Daiya to Al-Sharq: I invite our youth to take advantage of five before five

His Eminence Sheikh Hamad Salih al-Da’iyyah emphasized that the atmosphere of faith in the month of Ramadan differs from other atmospheres in other months, because the month of Ramadan is the master

March 28, 2023

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Religious lectures continue at Katara Mosque

The daily religious lectures that the Katara Mosque hosts continue, and through it it hosts a constellation of venerable scholars who are distinguished by their vast and abundant knowledge, in the midst

March 28, 2023

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Meteorology warns of thunderstorms and strong winds on the coast and at sea tonight

The Meteorological Department warned of expected thunderstorms accompanied by strong winds on the coast, and expected thunderstorms accompanied by strong winds and high waves at sea..and predicted that the weather on the

March 28, 2023

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Doha University of Science and Technology is among the universities recognized by the American Institute of Chartered Financial Analysts

The Chartered Financial Analysts Institute in the United States of America has included Doha University of Science and Technology on its list of recognized universities. Doha University of Science and Technology said

March 28, 2023

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His Highness hosts an Iftar banquet for members of the ruling family, dignitaries and dignitaries of the country

His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Emir of Qatar, held an Iftar banquet for their Excellencies members of the ruling family, notables and dignitaries of the country on the occasion

March 28, 2023

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Erdogan: We are working to deliver 319,000 homes to those affected by the earthquake within a year.. No country can build homes so quickly

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has stated that the Turkish government intends to hand over 319,000 homes to those affected by the February 6 earthquake within one year, stressing that his government

March 28, 2023

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Video: They stole a glider intended for tourists. Two Cuban immigrants are trying to sneak into America in a bold way

Immigration is an aspiration for many people around the world, and sometimes some may be forced to take the path of illegal immigration to achieve their goals, and here they may go

March 28, 2023

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video| CNN celebrates a Qatari oasis in Al Sheehaniya.. What do you know about it?

(CNN) highlighted the oasis "Goodbye" In the desert of Al Sheehaniya municipality, an environmentally friendly oasis, 40 minutes from Doha, that blends agriculture, art, and community development. The site quoted Farah Al-Yassin,

March 28, 2023

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A Qatari refereeing team takes part in officiating the FIFA,Football,Soccer,Football,Soccer U-20 World Cup matches in Indonesia

The International Federation of Football (FIFA,Football,Soccer,Football,Soccer) selected the Qatari international arbitration team, consisting of international referee Salman Ahmed Falahi, international assistant referee Ramzan Saeed Al-Nuaimi, and international assistant referee Majid Hudiris Al-Shammari,

March 28, 2023

News·Sports

Dozens of Palestinians were injured during clashes with the occupation forces in the West Bank

Dozens of Palestinians were injured today, during clashes with the Israeli occupation forces, in the occupied West Bank. 6 Palestinians were injured, in an attack by settlers, protected by the occupation forces,

March 28, 2023

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Iran’s Parliament Is Running Its Own Deadline. It Converges With the MoU on August 21.

The Committee Overseeing Israel’s Lebanon Withdrawal Doesn’t Include Israel.

Hull War Premiums Halved in Hormuz. Seafarers Still Have the Right to Refuse.

The Framework Israel Signed With Lebanon Doesn’t Require Withdrawal. That’s Iran’s Problem With It.

Preacher Hamad Saleh Al-Daiya to Al-Sharq: I invite our youth to take advantage of five before five

Religious lectures continue at Katara Mosque

Meteorology warns of thunderstorms and strong winds on the coast and at sea tonight

Doha University of Science and Technology is among the universities recognized by the American Institute of Chartered Financial Analysts

His Highness hosts an Iftar banquet for members of the ruling family, dignitaries and dignitaries of the country

Erdogan: We are working to deliver 319,000 homes to those affected by the earthquake within a year.. No country can build homes so quickly

Video: They stole a glider intended for tourists. Two Cuban immigrants are trying to sneak into America in a bold way

video| CNN celebrates a Qatari oasis in Al Sheehaniya.. What do you know about it?

A Qatari refereeing team takes part in officiating the FIFA,Football,Soccer,Football,Soccer U-20 World Cup matches in Indonesia

Dozens of Palestinians were injured during clashes with the occupation forces in the West Bank

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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