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Israel’s Use of Dumb Bombs on the Gaza Strip Tells a Different Story, One with an Intent to Kill

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According to a recent report compiled by the Office of the Director of National Intelligence, more than half of the air-to-ground munitions Israel used in Gaza since the start of the war, October 7th, were “dumb bombs” or unguided bombs. The usage of the bomb posed a huge threat to an area like Gaza which is densely populated in the world. It is estimated that over 2 million people live on the territory. The U.S pressuring Israel to lessen its civilian death toll is contrary to their more recent weapons sale with Israel and has called many to question Biden’s administration even those of his own political party especially with the Palestinian death toll rising above 20,000 and those injured over 50,000. The usage of unguided bombs on a small and dense region has made the global population question Israel’s motivation, which is now seemingly malicious.

Deciphering Blinken’s Unguarded Optimism

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By: Khalil E. Jahshan / Arab America Contributing Writer The Biden administration announced its first Middle East initiative of the new year on January 4, 2024, by dispatching Secretary of State Antony Blinken to the area to ensure the continuity and prominence of American regional diplomacy. The veracity of Washington’s intensive engagement in the increasingly … Continued

Pathbreakers of Arab America—Laura Nader

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This is the thirtieth in Arab America’s series on American pathbreakers of Arab descent. The series includes personalities from entertainment, business, sports, science, academia, journalism, and politics, among other areas. Our thirtieth pathbreaker is Laura Nader, a famed Lebanese American anthropologist, and not quite incidentally, sister of a famed Lebanese American public interest advocate, Ralph Nader. As Arab America contributing writer John Mason, describes, not only did their father emigrate to the U.S. for political reasons, giving all of his children a strong sense of “the other,” but it was her younger brother, Ralph, who first recommended that Laura study anthropology at university. She has since become a champion of justice for oppressed peoples around the world.

The Naomi Shihab Nye Prize, 2024

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Intro In a celebration of Arab culture and storytelling, the Naomi Shihab Nye Prize stands out as a guiding light for aspiring writers within the Arab community. Established with the goal of inspiring authors to craft engaging stories for young readers, this yearly prize offers a $1,000 First Prize and a $500 Honorable Mention. Introduced … Continued

The Significance of Palestinian Life in the Gaza War

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By: Ghassan Rubeiz, Arab America Contributing Writer Negotiations continue to free Israel’s remaining hostages, in exchange for the release of Palestinian prisoners. When freed, Israel’s hostages will receive overwhelming attention, and they should. I wonder how much public attention will be given to the released Palestinian prisoners. We know of no concrete plans for the … Continued

Is President Biden’s Recent Attacks on Yemen’s Houthi Rebel Group Constitutional?

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On January 11th, the U.S. and UK militaries initiated strikes against Houthi rebel targets in Yemen, specifically in areas under Houthi control, mainly targeting its military infrastructure. This comes after the militant’s months-long aggression of targeting commercial ships in the Red Sea. However, the move has faced considerable scrutiny from both Democratic and Republican lawmakers who are accusing Biden of violating the first article of the constitution. Join Arab America contributing writer, Menal Elmaliki, in discovering whether the American attacks on the Houthi Rebel Group should be considered constitutional or not.

Pathbreakers of Arab America—Ameen Faris Rihani

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This is the twenty-ninth in Arab America’s series on American pathbreakers of Arab descent. The series includes personalities from entertainment, business, sports, science, academia, journalism, and politics, among other areas. Our twenty-ninth pathbreaker is Ameen Faris Rihani, a preeminent Arab American Scholar. He was born in Freike, Lebanon, in 1876, the son of Maronite Christian parents, and emigrated to New York in 1888. Contributing writer, John Mason, writes about how he became an American citizen in 1901. Rihani was not only a fine Lebanese American writer and an intellectual and political activist, but he was also a major figure in the Arab diaspora literary movement developed by Arab emigrants in North America. He died back in Lebanon in 1940.

 Saint Levant: A Performer and An Activist

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Palestinian-French-Algerian artist, Saint Levant isn’t just a singer with a viral hit; he’s a rising activist using his music to bridge the diaspora, challenging stereotypes and amplifying the Palestinian story on runways, television screens, and concert stages. From catchy tunes to unwavering dedication, Saint Levant gives voice to a generation yearning for connection and a future where displacement is a memory, not a reality. This is his story, and it’s just beginning.

Arab Designers Illuminate the Golden Globes Red Carpet

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By: Ziyan Qutub / Arab American Contributing Writer Introduction: In the dazzling world of Hollywood’s Golden Globes, the red carpet becomes a runway where fashion transcends boundaries and cultural influences take center stage. This year, the spotlight shone brightly on Arab designers, hailing from Lebanon, Bahrain, and the UAE, as they adorned Hollywood’s elite in … Continued

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