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Algeria

The Sand War of 1963: A Brief Conflict with Long Shadows

By Mehdi El Merini / Arab America Contributing Writer The Sand War, a brief yet impactful clash between Morocco and Algeria, unfolded in the fall of 1963. Occurring just a year after Algeria’s hard-won independence from French colonial rule, the Sand War revolved around territorial disputes inherited from colonial-era borderlines. Though lasting only a few … Continued

Voices in the Shadows: The Political Influence of Religious and Ethnic Minorities in the Arab World

Photo source: Wikimedia Commons By: Rania Basria / Arab America Contributing Writer In the Arab world, a diverse tapestry of cultures, languages, and faiths coexist with the dominant Arab identity. Religious and ethnic minorities, including Christians, Druze, Kurds, and Berbers, have made major political, social, and economic contributions, influencing the region’s past and future. Arab … Continued

Irshoof: A Taste of Jordan’s Winter Traditions

Yara Marei/Arab America contributing writer. On a cold winter evening inside a small, cozy kitchen, a family gathers around a simmering pot of Irshoof, eager to share a meal passed down through generations. Like many others in Jordan, this dish tells a story of tradition, community, and resourcefulness. With each bite, you taste the rich … Continued

Rhythms of Resilience: How Urban Struggles Shaped Raï Music

By: Nissrine Bedda / Arab America Contributing Writer From the classic hits “Didi,” “Aïcha,” “1, 2, 3 Soleil,” and “C’est la vie,” the infamous Algerian-Raï singer Cheb Khaled was well-known for his joyful spirit, especially during performances. It is widely recognized that Cheb Khaled is the king of Raï music. Originating from the traditions of … Continued

Urban Warfare and Resistance: The Battle of Algiers and the Fight for Algerian Independence

By: Rania Basria / Arab America Contributing Writer The Battle of Algiers, fought between 1956 and 1957, remains one of the most crucial and terrible battles of Algeria’s War of Independence (1954-1962). The National Liberation Front (FLN) launched a guerilla warfare campaign against French colonial control during this struggle, which was focused in the capital … Continued

Rewriting the Music Playbook: Harget Kart’s Art of Fusion

By: Yara Marei / Arab America Contributing Writer Imagine a band that takes the ordinary, lights it on fire, and from the ashes creates something extraordinary. This is Harget Kart—a name that, in the Arabic Jordanian dialect, means “to burn a photo card.” Just as their name suggests, Harget Kart has set the conventional boundaries … Continued

Berenike: Secrets of an Ancient Trade Hub

Author: Yara Marei, Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction Berenike, a remote port town on Egypt’s Red Sea coast, has captured the attention of archaeologists and historians for its crucial role in ancient maritime trade. Recent discoveries at this site have provided invaluable insights into the intricate web of commercial and cultural exchanges that took place … Continued

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