Egypt
701,124
Iraq
714,952
Syria
1,241,162
Israel
207,515
Jordan
187,065
Lebanon
259,976
Yemen
543,395
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there Arabic-language Telegram channels?
Thousands — covering news, religion, politics, crypto and entertainment in Arabic. The Middle East has some of the most active Telegram broadcasting ecosystems in the world, with channels from Saudi Arabia, Egypt, UAE and Iraq regularly reaching hundreds of thousands of subscribers.
Is Telegram used for news in Iran and Turkey?
Critically in both countries. In Iran, Telegram is officially banned but remains the primary source of independent news for tens of millions using VPN. In Turkey, where access to social media has been periodically restricted, Telegram channels serve as a reliable alternative for political and current affairs content.
How popular is Telegram in the Gulf region?
UAE and Saudi Arabia have high Telegram penetration, particularly for business, crypto and financial content. Gulf-based channels often publish in both Arabic and English, reaching regional and international audiences. Qatar, Kuwait, Oman and Bahrain all have active Telegram broadcasting communities.