Arab League

Arab League, Egypt praise UNRWA renewal as future in Gaza remains uncertain

While the US halted UNRWA funding, and Israel banned it outright after links with terror groups were disclosed last year, Arab countries celebrate its renewal by the UN General Assembly.

 A torn UNRWA logo is seen among destruction in Rafah, in southern Gaza, January 22, 2025
Jordan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi at a press conference in Amman, September 10, 2025.

Jordan, Arab Parliament welcome Gaza ceasefire agreement

 United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres exits the press room after speaking at the United Nations prior to a meeting about the ongoing conflict in Gaza, at the United Nations Headquarters in New York City, U.S., November 6, 2023

'Peace finally feels obtainable': World welcomes imminent release of hostages, Gaza deal signing

Qatar's Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani walks as he is welcomed by Jordan's King Abdullah upon his arrival at Marka military airport, in Amman, Jordan, September 17, 2025

Qatar’s bloody fingerprints: The double game of a terror sponsor - opinion


Can the Arab world’s $53 billion plan for Gaza succeed? - analysis

Arab states unveiled a $53 billion Gaza plan - but the US, Israel, and Hamas remain unconvinced.

Members of the Al-Qassam Brigades, the military wing of Hamas, and mourners attend the funeral of Al-Qassam fighters who were killed during the war between Israel and Hamas in the Al-Shati camp, in Gaza City, February 28, 2025.

Guterres to join Arab League Summit to discuss Gaza reconstruction

Arab countries have rejected Trump's idea that the US should take over Gaza and redevelop it as a "Riviera of the Middle East."

 UNITED NATIONS Secretary-General Antonio Guterres speaks during a Security Council meeting last month. He is the last person in the world who still believes that the Palestinians interest the Iranians, the writer maintains.

Saudi Arabia's diplomatic ambitions: From Iran to Ukraine, Riyadh seeks bigger role - analysis

Saudi Arabia seeks to elevate its global influence by mediating key conflicts, including US-Iran nuclear talks and Russia-Ukraine peace efforts, amid shifting alliances and a new world order.

 Steve Witkoff and Saudi Arabian Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. (Illustrative)

Riyadh is the Arab world's new real leader - opinion

Egypt's demographic and economic challenges have weakened its position, creating a vacuum that has been filled by an increasingly assertive Saudi crown prince.

 FOREIGN MINISTERS and other delegates participating in a meeting on the future of Syria pose for a group photo, in Riyadh, earlier this month. Saudi Arabia has assumed a prominent role under the leadership of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, say the writers.

Israel must start saying 'no' to most invidious issues that seek to delegitimize identity - opinion

The time has come, I suggest, to declare – in as straightforward a manner as possible – Israel’s fundamental positions that are at the core of the conflict that Arabs have with Zionism.

 The flag of Israel in the blue sky stock image.

Iranian FM and Quds Force do outreach to Iraq - analysis

High-level meetings in Tehran signal deepening Iran-Iraq security cooperation, while Iran simultaneously advances its regional agenda through talks with Turkey, Russia, and Lebanon.

 Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi looks on before a meeting with Qatar's Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, in Tehran, Iran, August 26, 2024.

Syria's Foreign Minister Mekdad outlines key diplomatic priorities amid regional shifts - analysis

In a recent interview with UAE's Al-Ain media, Syrian Foreign Minister Faisal Mekdad discussed Syria's evolving foreign policy as it reenters the Arab diplomatic sphere.

 Iran's acting foreign minister Ali Bagheri Kani attends a press conference with Syrian Foreign Minister Faisal Mekdad in Damascus, Syria June 4, 2024

Arab League denies softening stance on Hezbollah terror label - analysis

The Arab League clarifies it hasn't softened its stance on Hezbollah, stating previous comments were taken out of context amid rising regional tensions with Israel.

 Bahrain's Foreign Minister Abdullatif bin Rashid al-Zayani speaks as Secretary-General of the Arab League Ahmed Aboul Gheit looks on during a press conference after the 33rd Arab Summit, in Manama, Bahrain, May 16, 2024.

Why is the Arab League reaching out to Hezbollah? - analysis

There is a lot of speculation that this means that the Arab League no longer views Hezbollah as a terrorist group.

 HEZBOLLAH LEADER Hassan Nasrallah delivers a video address, watched at an event in Beirut’s southern suburbs, last month.

Arab leaders meet in Bahrain for summit regarding Gaza and regional development

Arab League summit convenes in Bahrain to address the Gaza conflict and regional integration. Concerns arise over Israel's isolation amid shifting alliances and diplomatic challenges.

 Bahrain King’s Representative for Humanitarian Work and Youth Affairs, Sheikh Nasser bin Hamad al-Khalifa receives Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas upon his arrival to attend the 33rd Arab Summit, in Manama, Bahrain. Uploaded on 16/5/2024