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

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.

The Significance of Palestinian Life in the Gaza War

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

Deciphering Blinken’s Unguarded Optimism

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—Amaney A. Jamal

This is the twenty-eighth 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. John Mason, contributing writer, reports on our twenty-eighth pathbreaker, Amaney Jamal. Born to a Palestinian family displaced by war, Dr. Jamal is the dean of the Princeton School of Public and International Affairs, Edwards S. Sanford Professor of Politics, and Professor of Politics and International Affairs at Princeton University. Jamal is the former Director of the Mamdouha S. Bobst Center for Peace and Justice. She also directs the Workshop on Arab Political Development and the Bobst-American University of Beirut Collaborative Initiative.

Exclusive Special Report: Suppressed Media Reporting on Gaza War Conceals Alleged War Crimes

By: Bishara A. Bahbah / Arab America Featured Columnist Media coverage of Israel’s war on Gaza has been severely hampered by Israel’s restrictions and manipulation of media outlets and, most blatantly, by the outright killing of journalists and media personnel working to cover Israel’s relentless attacks on Gaza.  Israel’s primary pretext for attacking and killing Palestinian … Continued

The Symbolism of Watermelon in Palestinian Struggle

By: Ziyan Qutub / Arab American Contributing Writer In the rich tapestry of symbolism woven by oppressed communities, the watermelon has emerged as a poignant emblem within the Palestinian struggle. Beyond its mere status as a delectable fruit, the watermelon bears profound cultural and historical significance, acting as a powerful symbol of resistance against the … Continued

Israel’s War on Gaza May Lead to a Regional Conflagration

By: Ghassan Rubiez / Arab America Contributing Writer Israel’s constantly shifting war tactics reflect miscalculation and poor planning. Finding itself in a deep hole, Israel digs deeper. In the ongoing Gaza war, Israel has been severely maltreating the people of Gaza, failing to prioritize the freeing of hostages held by Hamas and oblivious to the admonitions … Continued

Role of Music in Activism in the Arab World

By: Joud Sleilaty / Arab America Contributing Writer Intro In recent times, activism in the Arab world has seen a significant rise, especially since the Arab Spring. Traditional methods of activism like protests, rallies, boycotts, art, and street art, as well as chants have mostly been used to unify people over their common revolt. However, … Continued

Ominous Developments of the Gaza War Likely: Escalation into Regional War, Ethnic Cleansing and Rampant Disease

By: Ghassan Rubeiz / Arab America Contributing Writer Despite the withdrawal of Israel’s reservists from Gaza and the Supreme Court’s ruling against the controversial, new law of judicial reform, the three-month-old war continues to pose regional and strategic threats. Over the weekend three alarming developments emerged in Gaza: a regional war, a plan to displace Gazans … Continued

Palestinian Cry from Gaza, ‘Write My Name,’ Goes Viral in Poem by Palestinian American

This is the story of a poem, “Write My Name,” by Palestinian American poet, Zeina Azzam. The poem has electrified many people across the world. It depicts the plight and pain of Palestinian civilians in Gaza, as a result of the Hamas-Israeli war. Much of this report is based on an email exchange between Zeina and contributing writer, John Mason. Since her writing is direct, expansive, and, at the same time, exquisite, Mason uses her quotes liberally.

This Christmas–Is there Peace on Earth?

Introduction: As the Christmas season approaches, we find ourselves facing the unfortunate reality of ongoing conflicts, with the war in Gaza casting a somber shadow over the festivities. In the midst of this global celebration, the question arises: Is there truly peace on Earth? This question holds a deep and touching meaning, particularly when considering … Continued

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