Topic: Middle East

Middle East coverage follows the region’s conflicts, diplomacy, security and humanitarian pressures, from Israel and the Palestinian territories to Iran, the Gulf and neighbouring states. It also tracks the international powers, trade routes and political decisions that shape events across the area.

Developments in the Middle East can affect civilian lives, regional stability, energy supplies and global relations. This hub brings together reporting and analysis to help readers follow the immediate news and the wider context.

  • Howe going as spending rules bite – troubles for Newcastle’s Saudi owners

    Eddie Howe has left Newcastle United after a disappointing Premier League campaign and a transfer window shaped by the need to sell players, with Matthias Jaissle reportedly set to replace him. The departure raises questions about whether the club’s Saudi-backed owners can still deliver their ambition of making Newcastle one of the world’s leading clubs…

  • Salman Rushdie attacker convicted of federal terrorism charges, motivated by Iranian fatwa

    Hadi Matar has been convicted of federal terrorism charges for stabbing author Salman Rushdie at a public event in western New York in 2022. Prosecutors said the attack was intended to carry out Iran’s longstanding fatwa against Rushdie over *The Satanic Verses*, underscoring the continuing reach of threats linked to the novel. A jury found…

  • Fetterman unloads on reporter from ‘trash’ anti-Israel outlet, asks why it loves ‘Hamas and Iran’

    US Senator John Fetterman criticised a reporter from Drop Site News, describing the outlet as “trash” and accusing it of being hostile to Israel. The exchange reflects Fetterman’s increasingly outspoken defence of Israel and his criticism of parts of the media and Democratic coalition that take a more critical view of Israeli policy. Fetterman, a…

  • Trump’s warning becomes reality after Iran’s failed attack and more top headlines

    Fox News First’s morning newsletter leads with a report that Donald Trump’s warning to Iran had become reality after what it describes as a failed Iranian attack. The edition also highlights calls for Anthony Fauci to face possible jail time and reports on former Democratic staffers and diversity, equity and inclusion figures influencing Smithsonian leadership.…

  • San Sebastian Sets 2026 New Directors Lineup 

    San Sebastian Film Festival has announced the filmmakers selected for its 2026 New Directors programme, which showcases first and second feature films and runs from 18 to 26 September. The sidebar will bring together emerging directors from 13 countries, underlining the festival’s role in introducing international new talent. Jaime Lorente’s Spanish debut The Bad Son…

  • Trump retaliates after Iran attack as expert warns regime is growing more dangerous

    The United States resumed airstrikes inside Iran after what it described as Tehran’s attempted surprise ballistic-missile attack on American forces in the Middle East. The response marks a renewed escalation in tensions, while an Iran expert warned that the government may be increasingly prepared to challenge Washington despite weakened military capabilities. US Central Command said…

  • SEE IT: GOP senator flips script on agitators tied to pro-CCP, Singham network

    Republican Senator Rick Scott was confronted by CODEPINK activists who criticised his positions on the war in Iran, Gaza and US sanctions on Cuba. The encounter matters because it highlights the continuing public pressure on US politicians over foreign policy, as well as scrutiny of activist groups’ funding and international links. Fox News described CODEPINK…

  • Ukraine and Iran wars converge as Trump seeks breakthroughs

    The article text was not accessible, so its reporting and claims cannot be summarised reliably. Its title indicates it examines how the wars in Ukraine and Iran may be increasingly interconnected as Donald Trump seeks diplomatic or political breakthroughs. No further details, sources, figures or context were available beyond the title because the webpage returned…

  • Football transfer rumours: Jack Grealish to make Saudi switch to Al-Hilal?

    Manchester City’s Jack Grealish is reportedly attracting interest from Saudi Pro League club Al-Hilal after being left out of City’s pre-season tour. The report also outlines several possible moves involving Premier League clubs, with Bournemouth’s young Brazilian winger Rayan drawing attention from leading European sides. Liverpool are said to value Curtis Jones at about £35m…

  • Risk Of All-Out War Surges As U.S. And Iran Trade More Missile Strikes

    The United States and Iran exchanged further missile strikes on Thursday, raising fears that their five-month conflict could escalate into a wider regional war. The renewed attacks followed a brief pause that had fuelled hopes of diplomacy, but there was no public sign of progress towards a settlement as violence spread to countries hosting US…