The New Arab Weekly

This week on The New Arab Weekly podcast we look at the results of the recent midterm elections in the US and the rise of pro-Palestine candidates, the wrangling to form a government in Israel following their elections, and the failures of the Saudi-backed Yemeni government to repulse the advances of Houthi forces. Picks of the WeekBack to war? What another US-Iran conflict could look likeHow Israel's expanding occupation is deepening Syria's dilemmaMy first day as a prisoner in Israel’s Al-Naqab prisonFeatured on this episode are Matthew Hoare and Oliver Mizzi.Hosted and produced by Hugo Goodridge.Filmed and edited by Sohaib el-Nahla.If you have any questions for the panel, or any stories that you'd like us to cover, you can email the team [email protected].

Israel has been to the polls. For the first time since the October 7th attacks and the start of the genocide in Gaza, Israelis have been voting for a new parliament, and ultimately a new prime minister. This week on The New Arab Weekly podcast, we discuss the results from the election, who were the winners and losers, what do the results mean for the country, and what will it mean for Palestine and the Palestinians. Picks of the WeekLibya's maritime deal: Why Haftar is turning towards TurkeyFatima Hassan: The Lebanese Muay Thai champion who won two world titles and wants women to be seenHow long will Turkey keep its troops in Syria and Iraq?Featured on this episode are Matthew Hoare and Oliver Mizzi.Hosted and produced by Hugo Goodridge.Filmed and edited by Leif Phelps.If you have any questions for the panel, or any stories that you'd like us to cover, you can email the team [email protected].

This week on The New Arab Weekly podcast, we discuss the recent settler terrorist attacks that have targeted Palestinians harvesting the annual olive crop, journalists, and EU diplomats, the rumours of a potential bridging deal between the US and Iran, and the comments made by Egypt's President Sisi that his country should aid Saudi Arabia in Yemen, and that he won't be standing again in 2030. Picks of the WeekWaiting for an Israel that doesn’t exist'I won't accept it': Syria's camp closures leave displaced families facing uncertain returnsThe end of UNIFIL: What next for south Lebanon?Featured on this episode are Amr Salahi and Issy Maple.Hosted and produced by Hugo Goodridge.Filmed and edited by Sohaib el-Nahla.If you have any questions for the panel, or any stories that you'd like us to cover, you can email the team [email protected].

This week on The New Arab Weekly podcast, we discuss the Houthis advances in Yemen and their attacks on Saudi Arabia, the decision by PA President Mahmoud Abbas to cancel the elections in Palestine, and the rising tension in the Horn of Africa between Ethiopia and its neighbours. Picks of the WeekAs Trump mulls new strikes on Iran, what options does he have?The US is withdrawing from Iraq. Who could fill the void?Israel's 2026 election: What will it mean for the Middle East?Featured on this episode are Jon Cole and Louay Faour.Hosted and produced by Hugo Goodridge.Filmed and edited by Sohaib el-Nahla.If you have any questions for the panel, or any stories that you'd like us to cover, you can email the team [email protected].

This week on The New Arab Weekly podcast, we talk about the UK Labour Party's U-turn on Palestine at its annual conference, the Houthis continue attacks in Yemen and Saudi Arabia as government forces launch a counterattack, and Israel, the region, and the world remembers the October 7th attacks and the start of the genocide in Gaza. Picks of the WeekWhy Morocco's first female PM alone can't fix a flawed democracyMeloni’s burqa ban won’t fix Italy’s struggling schools2077: The Palestinian play looking beyond occupation to imagine a future of technological controlFeatured on this episode are Oliver Mizzi and Isabel Maple.Hosted and produced by Hugo Goodridge.Filmed and edited by Sohaib el-Nahla.If you have any questions for the panel, or any stories that you'd like us to cover, you can email the team [email protected].

This week on The New Arab Weekly podast, we discuss the appearances of Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the UN General Assembly, the secret trip by Netanyahu to the UAE and his meeting with President Mohamed bin Zayed, and the last day of the US mission in Iraq. Picks of the Week'The danger is acting on half-truths': Dr Nighat Arif on BBC's Clickbait Clinic navigating health advice in the TikTok eraWho is sabotaging Syria's recovering gas network?How AI is becoming a new battleground in Israel's electionFeatured on this episode are Lwai Faour and Assiah Hamad.Hosted and produced by Hugo Goodridge.Filmed and edited by Sohaib el-Nahla.If you have any questions for the panel, or any stories that you'd like us to cover, you can email the team [email protected].

This week on The New Arab Weekly podast, we discuss the start of the United Nations General Assembly, comments by a number of world leaders about the genocide and ethnic cleansing in Palestine, and the notable absences. Also, we give you the lowdown on the sidelines talks that happened in New York about the Strait of Hormuz. And the legislative elections in Morocco coming face-to-face with the voter apathy and a projected low turnout.Picks of the WeekYemen, grime and the search for home: Yemeni-British artist Intibint on finding her voiceA crisis on two fronts: Saudi Arabia's mounting security dilemma'Scorched earth': How Israel is remaking south LebanonFeatured on this episode are Jon Cole and Matthew Hoare.Hosted and produced by Hugo Goodridge.Filmed and edited by Sohaib el-Nahla.If you have any questions for the panel, or any stories that you'd like us to cover, you can email the team [email protected].

This week on The New Arab Weekly podcast, we look at the Houthi's advance across Yemen and the threat they are posing to shipping in the Bab el-Mandab, the Gulf meeting on the Strait of Hormuz that never happened, Trump's suggestion that he's ready to talk with Iran, and the backlash being faced by Ed Sheeran after Macklemore was removed from his tour, following his vocal support for Palestine.Picks of the Week'They wanted to break us': The silent mental health crisis facing Syria's ex-prisoners25 years after 9/11: Did Osama bin Laden really win?Achilles Shield: What Greece and Israel's defence deal means for the Middle EastFeatured on this episode are Nadda Osman and Amr Salahi.Hosted and produced by Hugo Goodridge.Filmed and edited by Sohaib el-Nahla.If you have any questions for the panel, or any stories that you'd like us to cover, you can email the team [email protected]

This week on The New Arab Weekly podcast, we discuss chaos at the Reform party conference, the UK banning trade with illegal Israeli settlments and Israel capturing the al-Taher ridge. Picks of the Week:  Israel and Turkey’s uneasy contest to shape Syria’s futureHow Israeli settler violence is altering Palestinian geographyAs US influence wanes, China expands Middle East security role   Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. And don't forget to review. 

This week on The New Arab Weekly podcast, we discuss Trump’s threats to re-start the war on Iran as well as Tehran’s response, a new major defence deal signed between Greece and Israel, and a 20-day long siege on a West Bank town.Picks of the Week:Bleeding without dignity: The nightmare of menstruation in Gaza: https://www.newarab.com/features/blee...That diamond ring on your finger could be enabling Gaza genocide: https://www.newarab.com/opinion/diamo...Gaza’s roadmap to nowhere: Why Israel won’t give up control: https://www.newarab.com/analysis/gaza... Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. And don't forget to review.