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Best Middle East News Apps

235+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.2 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated August 2026

Out of 235+ middle east news apps on iOS, 20 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Compare top Middle East News Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Middle East and Gulf NewsMiddle East and Gulf NewsFree—YesNoAug 2026
2Al Jazeera - الجزيرةAl Jazeera - الجزيرةFree4.8★ (84K)YesNoSep 2026
3All Israel NewsAll Israel NewsFree4.9★ (289)NoNoAug 2026
4Al Jazeera EnglishAl Jazeera EnglishFree4.0★ (61)NoNoSep 2026
5Arab NewsArab NewsFree2.6★ (28)NoNoAug 2026
6Gulf News - Latest UAE NewsGulf News - Latest UAE NewsFree4.6★ (402)YesNoAug 2026
7Israel News: Breaking StoriesIsrael News: Breaking StoriesFree4.5★ (420)YesYesAug 2026
8Masdar: Middle East NewsMasdar: Middle East NewsFree—YesNoJul 2026

Top Picks for Middle East News

Al Jazeera - الجزيرة#2

Al Jazeera - الجزيرة by Al Jazeera Network

Global News, One App
Strong Contender
📡 News
4.8😊(84K ratings)
FreeAds
#64in News
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Access breaking global news, in-depth analysis, and live broadcasts from around the world. Stay informed with tailored stories, podcasts, and breaking news alerts on politics, sports, and current events.

What We Love

  • 🌍 Wide coverage of global news
  • 📰 Reliable and unbiased reporting
  • 🔍 In-depth analysis and investigative journalism
  • 🌍 Diverse perspectives beyond Western media

Room to Improve

  • 🔀 Difficulty navigating the app, especially on tablets
  • ⚠️ Concerns about potential bias in reporting on certain topics
  • 🔋 High data consumption and battery drain
All Israel News#3

All Israel News by All Israel News

Israel & Jewish World Insights
Worth Considering
📰 Magazines & Newspapers
4.9(289 ratings)
Free
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Get the latest news, in-depth analysis, and expert commentary on Israel, the Middle East, and Jewish life globally. Stay informed with breaking news, cultural insights, and multimedia content, with options for offline reading and push notifications.

More Middle East News apps to explore

4
Al Jazeera English
Al Jazeera English
Al Jazeera English
Breaking News, Live Video
Free

This application provides breaking news and live video updates. It is being phased out in favor of a new, updated version available on the App Store.

Breaking news alertsLive video streamingNews updates
📡 News
(61)
ad-supported
5
Arab News
Arab News
Arab News
by Saudi Research and Publishing Co.
Free

Stay informed with the latest news and breaking updates from the Middle East. This app provides in-depth analysis and explainers to help you understand regional changes.

Latest Middle East newsBreaking news updatesDeep analysis
📡 News
(28)
free
6
Gulf News - Latest UAE News
Gulf News - Latest UAE News
Gulf News - Latest UAE News
Breaking News From UAE & World
Free

Access breaking news from the UAE and around the world with real-time alerts and in-depth reporting. Stay updated on business, sports, lifestyle, and more, with local insights and global perspectives.

Breaking news notificationsComprehensive news coverageLive gold rates
📡 News
(402)
free with in-app purchases
7
Israel News: Breaking Stories
Israel News: Breaking Stories
Israel News: Breaking Stories
Latest updates on Israel news
Free

Stay informed with comprehensive and unbiased news coverage of Israel and the Middle East. Customize your feed with key topics and receive push notifications for prominent stories. Engage with a community of supporters and save articles for later reading.

Balanced coverage from leading sourcesCustomizable news feedPush notifications for breaking stories
📡 News
(420)
free with in-app purchases
8
Masdar: Middle East News
Masdar: Middle East News
Masdar: Middle East News
Middle East Current Affairs
Free
📰 Magazines & Newspapers
(0)
9
JPOST - Israel News
JPOST - Israel News
JPOST - Israel News
by The Jerusalem Post
Free

Access the daily ePaper edition of a prominent Israeli newspaper. Stay informed about complex events affecting life in Israel with in-depth reporting spanning decades of the region's history.

Daily ePaper editionIn-depth reporting on IsraelHistorical context of events
📡 News
(595)
free with in-app purchases
10
AP News
AP News
AP News
Breaking World & Local News
Free

Get breaking world and local news, along with trending headlines. This app offers a personalized news feed, custom alerts, and in-depth content hubs for major events. Access award-winning photos, videos, and articles.

Breaking news updatesLocal news coveragePersonalized news feed
📡 News
(359K)
ad-supported
11
AL-MONITOR
AL-MONITOR
AL-MONITOR
Independent Middle East News
Free

Access independent reporting and analysis on the Middle East. Get real-time notifications, personalized content feeds, and multimedia features. Stay informed with in-depth coverage and insights from the region.

24/7 real-time notificationsPersonalized content feedsMultimedia content (interviews, podcasts, videos)
📡 News
(76)
free with in-app purchases
12
IsraelAM - Israel News
IsraelAM - Israel News
IsraelAM - Israel News
Israel News Summary
Free

Get the latest Israel news headlines from major Hebrew and English news sources. This app aggregates top stories and provides direct feeds from prominent Israeli news outlets.

Summarizes top Israel news headlinesAggregates Hebrew newsAggregates English news
📰 Magazines & Newspapers
(4)
free
13
The National - UAE, World News
The National - UAE, World News
The National - UAE, World News
Breaking News, Opinion & Video
Free

Access top stories and breaking news from the UAE, Middle East, and the world. Enjoy quality journalism across various topics, including business, politics, and lifestyle, with dedicated UAE and International editions. Listen to podcasts and save articles for later reading.

Breaking news alertsSave articles for laterAudio features and podcasts
📡 News
(30)
free
14
Albawaba Arabic News
Albawaba Arabic News
Albawaba Arabic News
by jkinfoway
Free
📡 News
(0)
15
Israel News +
Israel News +
Israel News +
Israel & Jewish News
Free
📡 News
(0)
16
Haaretz - Israel News
Haaretz - Israel News
Haaretz - Israel News
News from the Middle East
Free

Access award-winning journalism with constantly updated news, opinion, and analysis from Israel and the Middle East. Stay informed on breaking news, in-depth features, and exclusive interviews.

Breaking news updatesOpinion and analysisIncisive commentary
📡 News
(605)
free with in-app purchases
17
Beefeed
Beefeed
Beefeed
News in Lebanon, ME, Worldwide
Free
📡 News
(0)
18
Israel News.
Israel News.
Israel News.
Middle East and Jewish World
Free

Stay informed with breaking, top, and latest news from Israel and the Jewish world. This app offers a clean, simple interface designed for easy reading of content from popular newspapers and websites.

Breaking news updatesTop news storiesLatest news from Israel
📡 News
(1)
free with in-app purchases
19
Africa Trade News
Africa Trade News
Africa Trade News
latest business news in Africa
Free

Stay informed on African and Middle Eastern markets with timely business and economic news. Access in-depth analysis, expert commentary, and exclusive reports. Bookmark articles for offline reading and enjoy immersive audio and video content.

Latest business and economic newsExclusive analysis and reportsBookmark articles for offline reading
📡 News
(0)
free
20
Chaldean News
Chaldean News
Chaldean News
by Chaldean News, LLC
Free

Stay informed about the Chaldean community in Metro Detroit with news, podcasts, and videos. This publication has served the community since 2004, highlighting key events and profiles.

Community news updatesPodcastsVideo profiles
📡 News
(2)
free

FAQ about Middle East News

Are there free middle east news apps for iPhone?
Yes — 20 of the top middle east news apps we rank are free to download, including Middle East and Gulf News and Al Jazeera - الجزيرة.
Middle East and Gulf News shows ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 235+ middle east news apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

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