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.

Iranian IRGC speedboat approaches US Navy vessels in the Persian Gulf

Iran Rules Out US Talks in Qatar as Trump Claims a Tuesday Meeting in Doha

Iran's foreign ministry says it has no plans to negotiate with the United States in Qatar in the coming days, contradicting President Trump's claim that a meeting is set for Tuesday in

June 29, 2026

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Iranian Revolutionary Guard fast boat in the Strait of Hormuz as US strikes test the Iran ceasefire

US Strikes Iran Near Hormuz, Testing the Truce Washington Signed

The truce was seventeen days old when American warplanes struck Iran's coast over a drone attack near the Strait of Hormuz. Iran's Revolutionary Guard says it has already hit back, leaving a deal sold as the off-ramp from war as

June 28, 2026

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Satellite view of the Strait of Hormuz between Iran and Oman

Iran IRGC Strikes Evergreen Ship on UN Hormuz Route, IMO Halts Sailor Evacuation

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps struck a Singapore-flagged Evergreen container ship following the UN's southern Hormuz

Ships navigating the Strait of Hormuz evacuation corridor before the IMO suspended the programme

IMO Halts Hormuz Evacuation After Cargo Ship Hit on Route Iran Explicitly Rejected

The IMO suspended its Hormuz evacuation after the Ever Lovely was struck on the corridor Iran

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Israel warns Europe: Recognize Palestine, and we’ll illegally annex the West Bank

Israel has issued stern warnings to European countries considering the recognition of a Palestinian state, threatening to annex parts of the occupied West Bank in retaliation. This development comes amid increasing international

July 19, 2025

Conflicts, Military and War·News

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Iran warns Europe, ‘Trigger Mechanism’ will end nuclear agreement

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi issued a stern warning on Monday, cautioning European nations against activating the “snapback” mechanism, commonly referred to as the “trigger mechanism,” as part of the 2015 nuclear

May 13, 2025

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Palestinian President expresses gratitude to Russia for support

The Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas met with Russian President Vladimir Putin at the Kremlin, expressing profound gratitude for Russia’s unwavering support for Palestine, especially amid the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza. President

May 11, 2025

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Houthis claim strikes on southern Israeli airport and US aircraft carrier

Yemen’s Houthi rebel movement, known officially as Ansar Allah, has intensified its campaign against the US and Israel by claiming responsibility for drone and missile strikes on Israel’s Ramon Airport and the

May 10, 2025

Conflicts, Military and War·News

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US preaches peaceful nukes to Iran while expanding its own arsenal

US Vice President JD Vance recently stated that the United States is open to Iran developing a peaceful civil nuclear program, provided it does not lead to nuclear weaponization. This position was

May 8, 2025

Conflicts, Military and War·News

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Gaza’s humanitarian crisis deepens amidst Hamas executions and Israeli blockade

The Gaza Strip is witnessing an unprecedented humanitarian catastrophe. As Israel’s blockade tightens, leading to severe food shortages, Hamas has executed several individuals accused of looting and collaborating with Israel. This development

May 5, 2025

Conflicts, Military and War·News

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UAE advances global investment strategy

The United Arab Emirates’ Ministry of Investment, established in 2023, is driving the nation’s ambition to become a premier global investment hub, leveraging strategic policies, economic diversification, and sustainable development initiatives. The

April 30, 2025

Economy·News

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Palestinian paramedic, freed from Israeli detention following IDF attack on aid convoy

The release of a Palestinian paramedic, Asaad al-Nsasrah, after 37 days in Israeli detention has sparked outrage and intensified calls for accountability. Al-Nsasrah was detained following a ruthless Israeli military assault on

September 12, 2025

Conflicts, Military and War·News

US Navy loses $60M jet in Red Sea, sparks military readiness

The US Navy’s loss of a $60 million F/A-18E Super Hornet fighter jet, which fell overboard from the USS Harry S. Truman aircraft carrier in the Red Sea on Monday, has sparked

April 29, 2025

Conflicts, Military and War·News

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ICJ hearings slam Israel and US for blocking Gaza aid

The International Court of Justice (ICJ) opened hearings Monday to scrutinize Israel’s role in the worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza, where a nearly two-month blockade has left 2.3 million Palestinians facing starvation,

September 12, 2025

Conflicts, Military and War·News

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Iran Rules Out US Talks in Qatar as Trump Claims a Tuesday Meeting in Doha

US Strikes Iran Near Hormuz, Testing the Truce Washington Signed

Iran IRGC Strikes Evergreen Ship on UN Hormuz Route, IMO Halts Sailor Evacuation

IMO Halts Hormuz Evacuation After Cargo Ship Hit on Route Iran Explicitly Rejected

Israel warns Europe: Recognize Palestine, and we’ll illegally annex the West Bank

Iran warns Europe, ‘Trigger Mechanism’ will end nuclear agreement

Palestinian President expresses gratitude to Russia for support

Houthis claim strikes on southern Israeli airport and US aircraft carrier

US preaches peaceful nukes to Iran while expanding its own arsenal

Gaza’s humanitarian crisis deepens amidst Hamas executions and Israeli blockade

UAE advances global investment strategy

Palestinian paramedic, freed from Israeli detention following IDF attack on aid convoy

US Navy loses $60M jet in Red Sea, sparks military readiness

ICJ hearings slam Israel and US for blocking Gaza aid

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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