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Amnesty International: Israel is an Apartheid State

“Israel is not a state of all its citizens… [but rather] the nation-state of the Jewish people and only them”Message posted online in March 2019 by Israel’s then prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu By: Omar Mansour / Arab America Contributing Writer Yesterday morning, Amnesty International put out a new report terming Israel an apartheid state, practicing … Continued

A lesser-known Israeli population—the Palestinian Bedouin of Al-Naqab (Negev)—Dispossessed Citizens of Israel

The Arab Center-Washington D.C. held a webinar last week about how Israel continues its policy of dispossession of Palestinians, in this case, the Bedouin of Al-Naqab or Negev, who are citizens of Israel. One of the most striking messages made by the webinar discussants was that the state of Israel is treating its Bedouin citizens as if they were “enemies.” Contributing writer, John Mason, reports on recent demonstrations in Al-Naqab which have brought the policy of dispossession to a boil.

Only a short time later—Another elder Palestinian dies at the hands of Occupying forces—this time as he protects his right to his little patch of ground from the Settlers

MSNBC’s Ali Velshi reported a story about an elder Palestinian, a shepherd and prominent activist, who valiantly resisted Israeli occupation through civil disobedience. Before the Velshi clip had been put back in the can, a pro-Israel media advocacy group in Boston picked up on his story, castigating him and the story. Contributing writer, John Mason, takes us into this story and a brief review of international law on foreign occupation, suggesting that Israel is contravening fundamental rules of international humanitarian law.

Meet Huwaida Arraf, the Palestinian-American Running for Congress

By: Omar Mansour / Arab America Contributing Writer With a focus on class politics and social justice, Huwaida Arraf, a first-generation Palestinian-American is leading a strong congressional battle in Michigan. She is intent to run a people-centered, people-powered campaign that inspires, reminds voters that their voices matters, and that by working together, can create a … Continued

Death of 80-year-old Palestinian American Retiree following Military Detention in West Bank—Will it Spur changes in Visa Waiver Program, Easing Transit through Israel to the Homeland?

80-year-old Palestinian American, Omar Abdalmajeed As’as, a successful Milwaukee grocer, was detained by Israeli soldiers near his West Bank village, where he’d retired to. He died while either in custody or just after being released. His treatment is used by contributing writer, John Mason, to highlight the typical mistreatment of Palestinian Americans visiting the occupied territories who, until recently, have had to transit via Jordan or Egypt.

Recently Deceased Archbishop Desmond Tutu’s Pro-Palestinian Stance Faces Pushback from American and Israeli Jews, who Accuse him of Anti-Semitism

Archbishop Desmond Tutu’s death on December 26, 2021, has brought forth both praise and damnation of this conciliator, who attempted to bring peace to various parts of the world, most importantly his own country of South Africa. Some American and Israeli Jews have accused Tutu of Anti-Semitism, while certain Christian sources have praised him as if his sainthood was preordained. Contributing writer, John Mason reports on how Tutu assertively supported the Palestinian cause from an early point in his career as a preacher.

Benefits of Nabulsi Soap for Skin and Hair

BY: Sara Alsayed / Arab America Contributing Writer The Palestinian city of Nablus has always been renowned for its production of olive oil soap. The estimated number of factories before the Intifada was nearly more than 30 factories; however, with the Israeli occupation and the increase of olive oil prices, the number of factories had … Continued

Jerusalem and West Bank Christian Palestinian Populations Shrinking while Christian Community in Israel Proper Grows Slightly

Recent comments by the Archbishop of Canterbury point to the disparities between Arab Christians living in the Holy Land and those living in Israel proper. Contributing writer, John Mason, points to a semantic issue that has arisen between Israeli census counters and Christian leaders that clouds the issue of how many Christians are leaving the Holy Land to greener pastures. Christian Arabs being forced from East Jerusalem is yet another disparity. 

The Culture Of Fishing In Gaza

By: Anthony Bayyouk / Arab America Contributing Wrtier After a long day at school or work, people in Gaza will go home to find fish on the dinner table. The small enclave about the same size as Detroit is located in the southwest part of Palestine and borders the Mediterranean sea. The fishing culture in … Continued

Palestinian Embroidery: UNESCO Safeguarding the Palestinian Identity, Heritage, and History

By: Leyelle Mosallam / Arab America Contributing Writer Palestinian embroidery, known as “tatreez” in Arabic, is a unique style of stitching for the purpose of designing traditional Palestinian abayas, thobes, and keffiyehs. In an effort to protect the Palestinian identity, heritage, and history, the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) added traditional Palestinian … Continued

An Update on the 2021 FIFA Arab Cup in Qatar

By: Claire Boyle / Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction: On November 30, 2021, the FIFA Arab Cup soccer tournament kicked off in the country of Qatar. The ‘Arab Cup’ ran until December 18, 2021, and during the timeframe of the competition, many exciting matches took place. So, what is the purpose of the FIFA Arab … Continued

Bethlehem: The Nativity Capital Of The World

By: Anthony Bayyouk / Arab America Contributing Writer In Bethlehem, Palestine the city where Jesus was born, Christmas is the most important time of the Year. Bayt Lahm as it is known in Arabic is mentioned many times in the Bible, both in the Old Testament and the new one. St. Mary and St. Joseph … Continued

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