Middle East news Archives

Houthis Announce Naval Blockade Against Saudi Arabia

Yemen’s Houthi movement has announced an immediate naval blockade against Saudi Arabia, raising concerns over further disruptions to global shipping and energy supplies through the strategically important Bab al-Mandeb Strait.…

Admin July 21, 2026

International

Iran Offers Maritime Support in Strait of Hormuz Amid US Peace Talks Pause

Iran’s Ports and Maritime Organisation has announced that it is fully prepared to provide maritime, technical, and medical support to commercial vessels operating in the Strait of Hormuz and nearby…

Admin May 7, 2026

International

US Strike Damages Iranian Plane, Aid Mission to India May Be Hit

A reported U.S. airstrike at Mashhad airport in Iran on Monday has allegedly damaged an aircraft belonging to Mahan Air, raising concerns over a planned humanitarian mission to New Delhi.…

Admin March 31, 2026

International

Lebanon Rejects Normalization with Israel, Focuses on Reconstruction

Lebanese Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri reaffirmed that normalization with Israel is out of the question, emphasizing the country’s firm stance despite ongoing regional tensions. Speaking to Lebanese Asharq Al-Awsat, Berri…

Admin November 9, 2025

International

Saudi Grant Aims to Stabilize Yemen’s Economy

Yemen's Presidential Leadership Council (PLC) has welcomed fresh Saudi economic support worth 1.38 billion Saudi riyals (around 368 million USD) aimed at stabilizing the country’s fragile economy and advancing local…

Admin September 21, 2025

International

Houthis Down 18th US Drone Amid Escalating Yemen Conflict

Yemen's Houthi forces announced on Wednesday that they have successfully shot down a US MQ-9 Reaper drone over Al-Jawf province, marking the 18th such incident since October 2023. In a…

admin April 9, 2025