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Go topBy: Ghassan Rubeiz / Arab America Contributing Writer Lebanon stands at a pivotal moment. Its parliament convenes for possible presidential elections on January 9, following a destabilizing two-year vacancy. The timing appears suitable, as exhausted political factions face tremendous pressure to act, and power dynamics have changed. Israel’s presence in South Lebanon, Hezbollah’s diminished influence following … Continued
Statue of Cleopatra VII. Photo Source: Wikimedia Commons – CC Creative Commons Zero, Public Domain Dedication By: Mehdi El Merini / Arab America Contributing Writer Cleopatra VII, the last queen of Egypt, remains one of history’s most enigmatic and compelling figures. Known for her intelligence, political acumen, and legendary love affairs with Julius Caesar and … Continued
Bonne Map of the Mediterranean and the Maghreb or Barbary Coast. Photo Source: Wikimedia Commons By: Rania Basria / Arab America Contributing Writer The Barbary Coast, that extends over the North African coastlines of modern-day Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, and Libya, is infamous for being a piracy hotspot from the 16th to the 19th centuries. Rania … Continued
By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer Baseema is a traditional Sudanese cake that has its culinary cousins in the basbousa of Egypt and the harisat al-lawz or nammura of Syria, Lebanon and Palestine. Its flavour is enhanced even further when served with ice cream. Makes about 20 pieces 4 eggs, beaten 1/2 cup butter, melted … Continued
By: Jamileh Mogin / Arab America Contributing Writer On December 24, Mr. Netanyahu expressed gratitude to Christians in Israel and abroad for their “steadfast support” during the ongoing war. This statement reflects the shrewdness of Mr. Netanyahu and his administration, as it implicitly and falsely implies that Christians universally support Israel’s actions in Palestine. The … Continued
By: Mehdi El Merini / Arab America Contributing Writer In the early 20th century, the tensions between European powers over influence in Africa and other parts of the world contributed significantly to the outbreak of World War I. Among the most notable incidents were the First and Second Moroccan Crises, which not only showcased the … Continued
By: Arwa Almasaari / Arab America Contributing Writer As we welcome the New Year, it’s time to reflect on the achievements and progress made by the Arab American community in 2024. This year, the Arab America Foundation (AAF) has continued its mission to promote Arab heritage, challenge stereotypes, and empower communities through impactful initiatives. From … Continued
By: Ghassan Rubeiz / Arab America Contributing Writer Regardless of how technologically advanced Israel has become, it will not be able to act as the superpower of the Middle East. And no matter how long the United States taxpayer can support Israel’s military adventures, the Zionist state cannot forever sustain its appetite for annexing Palestinian … Continued
By: Fedal Hanoun / Arab America Contributing Writer With music and dance at the core of its customs, the Middle East boasts one of the richest cultural legacies in the world. Middle Eastern music captures themes of love, celebration, and spirituality, from the complex melodies of the oud to the hypnotic rhythms of the darbuka. … Continued
Map of Libya and Egypt 1977 – Photo Source: Wikimedia Commons By: Rania Basria / Arab America Contributing Writer The Egyptian-Libyan War of 1977, often known as the Four-Day War, was a brief but major battle between two neighboring North African countries: Egypt and Libya. Rania Basria, Content Contributing Writer of Arab America, delves into … Continued
100 VIPs, Including Upwards of 20 Sitting Ambassadors, Fete Tunisia’s First Female Ambassador to the USA “You and your fellow Tunisians are a continued inspiration for your innovation and creativity, highlighted not only by your work here in DC, but also by the strength of the U.S.-Tunisia economic relationship.Ambassador Tajouri Bessassi has helped to bring … Continued
By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer Clifford A. Wright, culinary historian and author of the award-winning A Mediterranean Feast, states that this Montpellier pastry, related to a series of sweets in North Africa and the Middle East, called qaras (disk-like pastries), was likely inherited from the Arabs. He further states that another similar sweet, Langues-de-Chat, … Continued
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