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Al-Arab (العرب) is the Arabic term meaning "the Arabs." It denotes the Arab peoples as a linguistic and cultural group and is used to refer to the Arab world—countries where Arabic is predominant—as well as to Arab communities outside those areas. In historical and contemporary usage, the term encompasses language, culture, and shared heritage linked by Arabic linguistic ties and collective identity. It appears in scholarly writing, journalism, and political discourse to describe this ethnolinguistic community and its regional networks.

In media and branding, the name Al-Arab is a common choice for newspapers, online portals, and other outlets targeting Arabic-speaking audiences. Brands may pair it with additional qualifiers to specify a country or domain, producing variants such as Al-Arab News or other newspaper titles. The use of the name signals a connection to Arab identity and an appeal to Arab readers, though editorial stance, ownership, and geographic focus vary by outlet.

Related topics include Arabs, the Arab world, the Arabic language, and pan-Arabism.