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The Eastern Herald’s Arab Desk covers the Middle East and Arab world, including Gaza, Israel-Palestine, Lebanon, Hezbollah, Iran, regional conflicts, diplomacy and political developments shaping the region.

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Houthis Claim Seven Attacks on Saudi Airports and Aramco Facilities

The Houthis say they fired missiles and drones at Riyadh and Dammam airports, Aramco facilities in Yanbu and other Saudi targets. Saudi authorities had not confirmed the claims, and it was unclear

October 24, 2026

by Arab Desk

Official portrait of US President Donald Trump

Report Says Trump Leans Toward Resuming Iran Strikes, With No Decision Made

The Wall Street Journal reports that Trump is leaning toward renewing military action against Iran, but no final decision has been made. He has pledged not to attack before the November 3 midterms.

October 24, 2026

by Arab Desk

Palestinian Vice President Hussein al-Sheikh at a meeting with ambassadors in Ramallah, West Bank, file photo

Palestinian Authority Moves to Postpone First Elections in 20 Years

The Palestinian Authority has told France its November 28 legislative elections will be delayed by several

NASA satellite view of the Strait of Hormuz between Iran and the Arabian Peninsula, captured December 2, 2020

IRGC Says Oil Tanker Hit Mine and Caught Fire in Strait of Hormuz

Iran's Revolutionary Guards say a crude-oil tanker hit a mine and burned in the Strait of

US-Qatari measures against a financial network for supporting “Hezbollah”

The US State Department announced, on Wednesday, that “the United States and Qatar have taken coordinated actions against a financial network (based in the Gulf region) because of its support and financing

September 30, 2021

Conflicts, Military and War·News

Tunisia .. The appointment of a female prime minister between “praise” and “violating the constitution”

The announcement by Tunisian President Kais Saied , on Wednesday, of the appointment of Najla Boden as head of the new government in the country, sparked mixed reactions from Tunisian parties, politicians

September 30, 2021

Government and Politics·News

Turkey and Iraq are discussing the rehabilitation of an oil pipeline

Iraqi Oil Minister Ihsan Abdul Jabbar and Turkish Ambassador to Baghdad Ali Reza Konai discussed, on Wednesday, the rehabilitation of the oil pipeline that extends from Kirkuk in northern Iraq to the

September 30, 2021

Economy·News

Moroccan army official discusses strengthening military cooperation in the UAE

The Inspector-General of the Moroccan Army, Belkheir Al-Farouk , discussed, on Tuesday, in the UAE, the strengthening of military cooperation between the two countries. And Belkheir Al-Farouk, Inspector General of the Royal

September 29, 2021

Conflicts, Military and War·News

The Sudanese army confirms its readiness to secure its borders with Ethiopia

The Sudanese Defense Minister, Yassin Ibrahim , announced, on Tuesday, the readiness of the army forces to secure his country’s eastern borders with Ethiopia, following Khartoum’s announcement to confront a new incursion

September 29, 2021

Conflicts, Military and War·News

Algeria regrets France’s decision to reduce visas for its citizens

The Algerian Foreign Ministry said, on Tuesday, that it “regrets ” the French authorities’ decision to reduce the visas of its citizens, on the eve of their discussions on immigration. This came

September 29, 2021

News

Saudi Arabia announces the start of a dialogue with the European Union on its human rights file

On Tuesday, Saudi Arabia announced the start of a dialogue with the European Union regarding the Kingdom’s human rights file. And the Saudi Press Agency, (SPA) , reported that “the first round

September 29, 2021

News

Saudi Arabia .. Foreign reserves rise 3 percent in August

Official data showed, on Tuesday, that the foreign reserve assets of the Saudi Arabian Monetary Agency (the central bank) increased by 3 percent last August, on a monthly basis. The Saudi Central

September 29, 2021

Economy·News

Lebanon.. So far, there is no specific visit to Syria or Saudi Arabia

Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati announced on Monday that he has not yet visited Syria or Saudi Arabia. On September 10, the Mikati government was formed, after 13 months of stumbling; Because

September 29, 2021

Government and Politics·News

France calls for Libyan elections to be held on time

On Monday, French Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian stressed the need to hold the Libyan elections on their scheduled date, December 24, calling on “all parties to fulfill their obligations.” This came

September 29, 2021

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Arab Desk

Houthis Claim Seven Attacks on Saudi Airports and Aramco Facilities

Report Says Trump Leans Toward Resuming Iran Strikes, With No Decision Made

Palestinian Authority Moves to Postpone First Elections in 20 Years

IRGC Says Oil Tanker Hit Mine and Caught Fire in Strait of Hormuz

US-Qatari measures against a financial network for supporting “Hezbollah”

Tunisia .. The appointment of a female prime minister between “praise” and “violating the constitution”

Turkey and Iraq are discussing the rehabilitation of an oil pipeline

Moroccan army official discusses strengthening military cooperation in the UAE

The Sudanese army confirms its readiness to secure its borders with Ethiopia

Algeria regrets France’s decision to reduce visas for its citizens

Saudi Arabia announces the start of a dialogue with the European Union on its human rights file

Saudi Arabia .. Foreign reserves rise 3 percent in August

Lebanon.. So far, there is no specific visit to Syria or Saudi Arabia

France calls for Libyan elections to be held on time

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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