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The ICRC said it had been 'closely monitoring' the situation, including a visit with Akhras on Thursday
A Berlin arts university has withdrawn funding from 'The School for Unlearning Zionism'.
How Arab American voters could swing Michigan against Trump
In-depth: The Arab American vote could play a crucial role in the battleground state of Michigan, with the community getting ready for close, and possibly contested, results.
Sudan protester killed as police clear streets: medics
At least 14 protesters were also wounded and more suffered breathing difficulties as a result of the 'extreme violence,' medics said.
Lebanon begins consultations to pick new prime minister
Lebanon's President Michel Aoun is holding meetings with the country's parliamentarians to name a new prime minister.
Saudi commission insists no minors to face death penalty
Human Rights Watch says Saudi prosecutors are seeking the death penalty against eight Saudi men, some of whom allegedly committed as children.
Lebanon's exit from crisis hinges on new PM: president
Lebanon's President Michel Aoun said the country's next prime minister will have to lead reforms and battle corruption.
Sudan closes Khartoum roads amid online calls for protests
Soldiers have been deployed across Khartoum to close off roads amid calls for protests.
Iranian woman arrested for 'cycling without hijab'
A short video shot with a mobile phone was circulated on Monday on social media networks showing a bare-headed woman cycling in front of a ...
Sudan trial defence rejects case against ousted Bashir
The trial of Omar al-Bashir and others over a 1989 coup heard defence arguments dismissing charges of illegal use of military force.
How a Biden White House can end Yemen's war
Comment: If Biden is serious about ending Yemen's war, he must listen to Yemeni-Americans' calls for ending US support for Saudi Arabia and ...
Turkish Cypriots elect pro-Erdogan presidential candidate
Ersin Tatar, a right-wing candidate favoured by Turkish President Erdogan, has narrowly won presidential elections in the unrecognised Turkish ...
Israel and Bahrain formalise diplomatic relations after normalisation deal
Israel and Bahrain have officially signed a deal establishing diplomatic relations, as well as seven memorandums of understanding in fields ...
Palestinian prisoner undeterred after 83 days of hunger strike
Having refused food for over 80 days, Maher al-Akhras is continuing his hunger strike against his administrative detention.
Hundreds march in Lebanon to mark year of protests
People took to the streets to remember the start of the protest movement which changed the political landscape of Lebanon.
Pro-Iran protesters torch Kurd party offices in Baghdad
Supporters of Hashed al-Shaabi on Saturday burned down the main Kurdish party's headquarters in Baghdad after criticism from a Kurdish ex-minister.
Lebanon marks first anniversary of protest movement
It has been one year since the protests erupted in Lebanon, and the coronavirus pandemic has paused the movement.
Yemen in Focus: Joyous prisoner release after years-long misery
This week we focus on a long-anticipated prisoner release in Yemen.
Lebanon sets grim record of daily coronavirus cases: 1,550
Lebanon's covid-19 cases have shot up, prompting concern from authorities as the country still reels from the Beirut explosion which destroyed ...
Lebanon's revolution: How art turned into a political weapon
On the first anniversary of Lebanon's October uprising, The New Arab speaks to the artists who used their talent to amplify voices on the ground.
Seven shot dead during east Sudan protest: medics
Seven people were shot during a demonstration in eastern Sudan.
Gone but not forgotten: The fight for Syria's disappeared
As the war draws on in Syria, the fight to remember those missing becomes increasingly difficult. But Wafa Ali Mustafa remains determined to ...
Setbacks and subtle victories: One year of Lebanon protests
Despite setbacks, Lebanon's uprising has made some gains.
Kyrgyzstan's president steps down amid political unrest
Kyrgyzstan's President Sooronbay Jeenbekov resigned on Thursday, saying he wanted to bring an end to the crisis sparked by disputed ...
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