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21 August 2026
Business Tech 21-08-2026 | 09:18
As war, sanctions, and the loss of Syria disrupt Tehran’s traditional funding routes, its allies are turning increasingly to local revenues, informal finance, gold, front companies, and cash transfers.
Middle East 21-08-2026 | 09:15
The war has weakened Tehran’s ability to coordinate its regional allies as one strategic bloc, while giving some factions greater room to act independently.
Opinion 21-08-2026 | 09:10
Two decades of American and Israeli calculations, Arab divisions, and Iran’s expanding militia network helped Tehran build regional influence. But the war, the collapse of its allies’ capabilities, and the failure of its strategic narrative have exposed the limits of that model.
Middle East 21-08-2026 | 09:07
After Assad’s fall, Tehran lost the sovereign corridor that connected its networks from Iraq to Lebanon, leaving only fragmented routes, cells, and smuggling channels.
Middle East 21-08-2026 | 09:02
With Yemen edging toward renewed war, the Houthis face growing pressure to divide fighters, weapons, and resources between domestic and regional fronts.
World 20-08-2026 | 17:15

Ankara rejects Israeli claims over a potential Turkish military deployment in Syria, as warnings from Israeli officials and US efforts to establish a de-escalation mechanism seek to contain tensions between the regional powers.

World 20-08-2026 | 16:20

The US Navy’s George Washington aircraft carrier arrives in the Middle East after years of service in major military operations and missions around the world.

Middle East 20-08-2026 | 16:16

The Iranian parliament speaker reaffirmed Tehran’s commitment to security agreements with Iraq, while Baghdad stressed its push to place all weapons under state control.

North Africa 20-08-2026 | 14:27

Maritime security incident reported off Yemen as armed men seize tanker in the Gulf of Aden.

GCC 20-08-2026 | 14:24

Egypt and Qatar stress de-escalation and freedom of navigation amid rising regional tensions.

Selected News

Middle East 21-08-2026 | 08:58
After nearly three years of military and political depletion, Hamas faces a new reality in Gaza, with its military capabilities, governance model, and regional position significantly weakened.
Lebanon 21-08-2026 | 08:53
As Lebanon tightens state control over arms and Iran recalibrates its regional strategy, Hezbollah faces a new equation: preserve its domestic position to retain its regional role.
Middle East 21-08-2026 | 08:34
The war has weakened Tehran’s regional network beyond weapons and leadership losses, putting its interconnected model under unprecedented pressure.
Opinion 21-08-2026 | 08:15
From the Gulf to Lebanon, Tehran is widening pressure on multiple fronts as Washington weighs escalation, negotiations and the political cost of rising tensions.
Lifestyle 20-08-2026 | 11:59

The Lebanese designer opens up about the evolving identity of Maison Rami Kadi, the role of technology and AI in couture, the importance of Lebanese craftsmanship, and his creative journey beyond fashion.

Lebanon 19-08-2026 | 16:42
The poet and Director-General of the Arab World Institute in Paris speaks to An-Nahar about the far right in France, the future of Arab culture and why preserving Arabic is essential to Arab identity.
Lebanon 21-08-2026 | 13:05
The end of capital punishment removes a key obstacle to extraditing the ship owner, but legal and diplomatic hurdles remain.
Lebanon 21-08-2026 | 11:13
Washington targets 10 individuals accused of moving hundreds of millions in cash and tightens Hezbollah sanctions.
Middle East 21-08-2026 | 09:15
The war has weakened Tehran’s ability to coordinate its regional allies as one strategic bloc, while giving some factions greater room to act independently.
Middle East 21-08-2026 | 09:07
After Assad’s fall, Tehran lost the sovereign corridor that connected its networks from Iraq to Lebanon, leaving only fragmented routes, cells, and smuggling channels.

Opinion

Opinion 21-08-2026 | 09:10
Two decades of American and Israeli calculations, Arab divisions, and Iran’s expanding militia network helped Tehran build regional influence. But the war, the collapse of its allies’ capabilities, and the failure of its strategic narrative have exposed the limits of that model.
Opinion 21-08-2026 | 08:15
From the Gulf to Lebanon, Tehran is widening pressure on multiple fronts as Washington weighs escalation, negotiations and the political cost of rising tensions.
Opinion 20-08-2026 | 13:35

As Mohammad Reza Sheibani’s visa nears expiry, Beirut faces a new dilemma over his continued presence in Lebanon after refusing to accept his credentials as ambassador and declaring him persona non grata.

Opinion 20-08-2026 | 08:12

As negotiations stall and regional tensions escalate, Al-Taher Hill emerges as a key flashpoint in the struggle between the diplomatic track and the expanding military confrontation.

Opinion 19-08-2026 | 12:24
Trump’s proposal may have stalled, but Erdoğan’s latest remarks are reviving questions over Syria’s possible role in Lebanon.
Lifestyle 20-08-2026 | 11:59

The Lebanese designer opens up about the evolving identity of Maison Rami Kadi, the role of technology and AI in couture, the importance of Lebanese craftsmanship, and his creative journey beyond fashion.

Wellbeing & longevity 18-08-2026 | 10:53

Once seen as something to hide, vitiligo is becoming a source of confidence as women step into the spotlight, challenge beauty stereotypes, and embrace their differences.

Lifestyle 15-08-2026 | 13:08
South Korea’s long-standing dog meat tradition is nearing its final chapter as a national ban approaches.
Culture 14-08-2026 | 11:00
From ancient catacombs to Byzantine masterpieces, how Christian icons became a sacred language of faith, worship and divine presence.
Culture 14-08-2026 | 10:52
From colors and reverse perspective to the meaning of Christ’s halo, a closer look at the spiritual language of Eastern Christian icons
Esport 17-08-2026 | 15:00
Team Falcons claim the Rocket League title after a dominant tournament run, with Saudi twins Yazid and Saleh Bakhshween making history and Sami “dralii” Hajji becoming the first player to win three Esports World Cup titles.
Sport 16-08-2026 | 10:30

The Argentine star missed a penalty, received a yellow card and assisted once as Inter Miami suffered their third consecutive defeat in MLS.

Sport 12-08-2026 | 15:52

After nine years at Liverpool, the Egyptian star turns down more lucrative options in Saudi Arabia and the United States to continue his European adventure with Trabzonspor.

Sport 12-08-2026 | 14:57

The Manchester City star shares romantic wedding photos from his celebrations in Italy, offering a glimpse into his private life with wife Jailan El Gabbas.

Sport 12-08-2026 | 14:36
From ballet and retail to modeling, Netflix and entrepreneurship, discover the career and family life of Georgina Rodriguez.