What local elections reveal about the future of UK politics
Local election results underscore the growing fragmentation of British politics as the two-party system weakens and Reform and the Greens fill the vacuum
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Israel votes on controversial public trial bill for Palestinians
Human rights groups have warned that the bill could violate international law, with Adalah saying it 'represents a total collapse of the rule of law'.
After electoral collapse, UK Labour risks political oblivion
After electoral collapse, UK Labour risks political oblivion Submitted by Tom Blackburn on Mon, 05/11/2026 - 15:40 A new leader may dislodge Starmer, only to discover that the social foundations underpinning the party machinery have permanently eroded A farm tractor features an image of British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and anti-Labour Party messaging during a protest in London on 3 March 2026…
EU hits Israel settlers with new sanctions over W. Bank violence
The EU approved fresh sanctions targeting Israeli settler groups and individuals accused of fuelling escalating violence against Palestinians in the West Bank.
UK sanctions 12 Iran-linked people, entities
The Foreign Office imposed the UK travel bans and asset freezes on nine people, two shadow banking exchange houses and the allegedly criminal Zindashti network.
Birmingham jury fails to convict pro-Palestine activist accused of supporting Hamas
Birmingham jury fails to convict pro-Palestine activist accused of supporting Hamas Submitted by Areeb Ullah on Mon, 05/11/2026 - 15:47 Majid Freeman denied terrorism-related charges as the court ordered a retrial over social media posts about Gaza and Palestinian resistance Majid Freeman, also known as Majid Novsarka, appeared before Birmingham Crown Court on charges related to posts he made on…
Israel jails soldiers for desecrating Virgin Mary statue in Lebanon
The Israeli military faced global condemnation after photos circulated showing soldiers desecrating a Virgin Mary statue amid the onslaught on Lebanon.
Lebanon urges US to put pressure on Israel to stop attacks and demolitions
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun, in a meeting with U.S. Ambassador to Lebanon Michel Issa, called for pressure on Israel to abide by the truce and halt attacks.
Israeli elections: Can a Bennett-Lapid alliance oust Netanyahu?
The alliance aims to unseat Netanyahu in October elections, but analysts doubt it will break his hold on power or produce a meaningful shift in Israeli policy
Under-threat UK PM Starmer vows to prove 'doubters' wrong
Starmer is facing scathing criticism over his failure to denounce the war on Gaza, the scandal over Peter Mandelson, and the cost of living crisis in the UK.
Macron denies plans to send French warships to Strait of Hormuz
Speaking during an official visit to Kenya on Sunday, Macron said France had "never envisaged" deploying naval forces into the strait itself.
What is Trump's 'Project Freedom Plus' plan against Iran?
"We may go back to Project Freedom if things don't happen, but it'll be Project Freedom Plus, meaning Project Freedom plus other things," Trump said.
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Ceasefire on 'life support', Trump says, as he rejects 'stupid' Iranian peace offer
Ceasefire on 'life support', Trump says, as he rejects 'stupid' Iranian peace offer Submitted by Yasmine El-Sabawi on Mon, 05/11/2026 - 20:40 This comes as the US Treasury imposes a new round of sa…
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Narenda Modi tells Indians to stop buying gold, work from home, as Iran war dents economy
Narenda Modi tells Indians to stop buying gold, work from home, as Iran war dents economy Submitted by MEE staff on Mon, 05/11/2026 - 21:42 The prime minister's comments show how India's foreign ex…
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US imposes new sanctions over Iran oil sales to China
The United States on Monday issued sanctions against 12 individuals and entities that it said facilitated the sale and shipment of Iranian oil to China.
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Syria says two soldiers killed in attack in northeast
Syria said two soldiers were killed in an attack by unidentified assailants in the country's northeast on Monday.
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NYT report finds Israel spent over $1mn on Eurovision campaign
A New York Times investigation found that Israel spent more than $1 million and coordinated a state-backed campaign to influence Eurovision voting.
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رحيل "أحد رموز المسرح المصري" الممثل عبد الرحمن أبو زهرة
توفي الممثل المصري عبد الرحمن أبو زهرة الإثنين عن عمر ناهز 92 عاما بعد أن قضى الأسابيع القليلة الماضية بالعناية الطبية الفائقة بسبب أمراض الشيخوخة، وفق ما أعلنت عائلته. ونعى نجله أحمد أبو زهرة وأ…
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Americans don't think Trump has explained Iran war goals: poll
Two out of three Americans think President Donald Trump has not clearly explained why the country has gone to war with Iran, according to a Reuters/Ipsos poll.
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Trump to suspend US gas tax as Iran war spikes prices
The US president said on Monday that he plans to suspend a federal gasoline tax as consumers deal with surging energy prices in the wake of the Iran war.
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Libya-linked vessels fire on migrant rescue ship
An aid group said Monday that armed vessels opened fire on a humanitarian rescue ship off Libya's coast after it saved about 90 migrants from a wooden boat.
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From local election loss to Mandelson fiasco, Starmer must go
Peter Mandelson’s appointment raised serious questions about Starmer’s leadership. Labour’s catastrophic local election results have intensified them.
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Birmingham jury fails to convict pro-Palestine activist accused of supporting Hamas
Birmingham jury fails to convict pro-Palestine activist accused of supporting Hamas A jury was unable to convict a Palestinian activist who stands accused of supporting terrorism and encouraging su…
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World losing 100 million barrels a week of oil with Hormuz closed, Saudi Aramco chief says
World losing 100 million barrels a week of oil with Hormuz closed, Saudi Aramco chief says Submitted by MEE staff on Mon, 05/11/2026 - 18:14 Amin Nasser says their is a disconnect between oil futur…
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What local elections reveal about the future of UK politics
Local election results underscore the growing fragmentation of British politics as the two-party system weakens and Reform and the Greens fill the vacuum
The New Arab — Culture -
Israel votes on controversial public trial bill for Palestinians
Human rights groups have warned that the bill could violate international law, with Adalah saying it 'represents a total collapse of the rule of law'.
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After electoral collapse, UK Labour risks political oblivion
After electoral collapse, UK Labour risks political oblivion Submitted by Tom Blackburn on Mon, 05/11/2026 - 15:40 A new leader may dislodge Starmer, only to discover that the social foundations un…
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EU hits Israel settlers with new sanctions over W. Bank violence
The EU approved fresh sanctions targeting Israeli settler groups and individuals accused of fuelling escalating violence against Palestinians in the West Bank.
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UK sanctions 12 Iran-linked people, entities
The Foreign Office imposed the UK travel bans and asset freezes on nine people, two shadow banking exchange houses and the allegedly criminal Zindashti network.
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Birmingham jury fails to convict pro-Palestine activist accused of supporting Hamas
Birmingham jury fails to convict pro-Palestine activist accused of supporting Hamas Submitted by Areeb Ullah on Mon, 05/11/2026 - 15:47 Majid Freeman denied terrorism-related charges as the court o…
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Israel jails soldiers for desecrating Virgin Mary statue in Lebanon
The Israeli military faced global condemnation after photos circulated showing soldiers desecrating a Virgin Mary statue amid the onslaught on Lebanon.
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Lebanon urges US to put pressure on Israel to stop attacks and demolitions
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun, in a meeting with U.S. Ambassador to Lebanon Michel Issa, called for pressure on Israel to abide by the truce and halt attacks.
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Israeli elections: Can a Bennett-Lapid alliance oust Netanyahu?
The alliance aims to unseat Netanyahu in October elections, but analysts doubt it will break his hold on power or produce a meaningful shift in Israeli policy
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Under-threat UK PM Starmer vows to prove 'doubters' wrong
Starmer is facing scathing criticism over his failure to denounce the war on Gaza, the scandal over Peter Mandelson, and the cost of living crisis in the UK.
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Macron denies plans to send French warships to Strait of Hormuz
Speaking during an official visit to Kenya on Sunday, Macron said France had "never envisaged" deploying naval forces into the strait itself.
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What is Trump's 'Project Freedom Plus' plan against Iran?
"We may go back to Project Freedom if things don't happen, but it'll be Project Freedom Plus, meaning Project Freedom plus other things," Trump said.
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Iran war ceasefire grows increasingly shaky after Trump rejects Tehran's latest proposal
The ceasefire between the US and Iran is becoming increasingly fragile, as noth countries traded rejections on the proposals presented.
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Hezbollah drone kills Israeli soldier in south Lebanon
An analysis published last week by The New Arab said Israeli security and military institutions were facing a "structural and operational failure".
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Israeli settlers force Palestinian family to rebury dead father
Mohammad was forced to exhume his father's body from its grave only hours after burial, before reburying him in a neighbouring village.
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Sudan drone strikes killed at least 880 civilians between January and April: UN
Drone strikes in Sudan have intensified in recent months, sparking fears that the war is entering a "new, even deadlier phase," the UN said.
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Gaza doc dropped by BBC wins BAFTA, creators blast 'censorship'
After being dropped by the BBC, the broadcasting rights for the documentary were picked up by Channel 4 and Zeteo.
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How smokers in Gaza are using molokhia instead of tobacco
In the absence of affordable tobacco and amid restrictions on imports, including cigarettes, Palestinians who smoke have turned to plant-based substitutes.
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Exclusive: Iran agrees to hold nuclear talks within 30 days
Iran agreed to discuss its nuclear programme within 30 days as part of a 14-point response to a US proposal to end the war.
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Body found of one of two missing US soldiers in Morocco: Moroccan army
The Moroccan army said on Sunday it found the body of a US soldier who went missing during an international training exercise in the south of the country.
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Israel's war on Gaza fuels surge in babies born with deformities
Doctors in Gaza report a sharp rise in babies born with deformities as Israeli bombardment, toxic fumes, hunger & collapsed prenatal care devastate pregnancies
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Iran releases Nobel laureate Narges Mohammadi on bail
Narges Mohammadi was released on bail following serious concern from activists over her health, after she was hospitalised for 10 days.
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South Korea condemns attack on cargo ship in Strait of Hormuz, vows response
South Korea condemned an attack against a cargo ship operated by a shipper this month in the Strait of Hormuz, with experts saying it resulted in a fire.
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Iran war 'not over,' uranium must be removed: Netanyahu
Netanyahu said in an interview that the war with Iran is far from over, and the country's stockpile of enriched uranium must be 'taken out' first.
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Exclusive: Iraqi officials say US shielded 'secret Israeli base'
Iraqi officials told The New Arab the US helped cover up a secret Israeli base in Najaf after Iraqi troops came under attack near the site in March.
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Trump says Iran truce on 'life support', rejects peace proposal
US President Donald Trump called Tehran's peace proposal 'totally unacceptable,' while Israel stepped up its bombing campaign in Lebanon despite a truce.
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Iran two-tier internet cuts citizens off as elites stay online
A nationwide internet blackout in Iran, imposed during the US-Israel war, has left millions of citizens struggling to communicate, work and access information
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Middle East conflicts a danger for whales off S.Africa: study
Middle East conflicts are increasing dangers for whales off South Africa as shipping routes shift away from the Red Sea and Strait of Hormuz, researchers warn.
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UK, France to host defence ministers meeting on Hormuz
UK and France to host multinational defence talks on securing Strait of Hormuz shipping routes after Iran warned against naval deployments.
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Trump rejects Iran peace terms, Tehran warns of new attacks
US President Donald Trump dismisses Iran’s response to peace proposal, warning of deepening crisis in Middle East war negotiations.
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Jailed Iran peace laureate Mohammadi moved to hospital in Tehran
Imprisoned Nobel Peace Prize winner Narges Mohammadi moved to Tehran hospital after heart attack and granted temporary suspension of her sentence.
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Istanbul Greek Orthodox school inaugurated after renovation
Renovation of Istanbul’s historic Halki Greek Orthodox seminary to finish in September, patriarchate says
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India PM urges reduced fuel use amid Middle East war disruption
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi calls for fuel conservation as Middle East conflict hits supplies
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Trump expected to 'apply pressure' on Xi over Iran: US official
US President Donald Trump is set to press Chinese President Xi Jinping on Iran and Chinese oil ties during high-stakes Beijing summit.
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Lebanon says two paramedics killed by Israeli strikes in south
Israeli strikes killed two paramedics in southern Lebanon on Sunday despite a ceasefire with Hezbollah since April.
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One killed as Somali forces break up protest: opposition
Somali opposition figures and witnesses said one person was killed Sunday after security forces opened fire to break up an anti-government protest.
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Qatar condemns drone attack on cargo ship in Gulf
The attack came after Iran allowed a Qatari gas tanker through the Strait of Hormuz for the first time since the start of the war.
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Egypt repatriates 1,300 from Libya in illegal migration cases
Egypt has secured the release of 1,379 nationals who were detained in Libya over illegal migration cases, amid efforts to curb the growing issue.
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