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Shami and Levantine Dialect

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An-ah mish-ta-a kteer (m)

English:

I miss you very much

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Chutzpah* or Goodwill? Israeli Prime Minister Brokers Russia/Ukraine Peace—How about Peace with Palestine?

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Israeli Prime Minister Neftali Bennett is playing a role as mediator between Russia and the Ukrainians. Bennett suggests that his criticism of Russia is mild so that he can keep the lines open with both sides to encourage mediation. Contributing writer John Mason, suggests that the PM use this occasion to rethink the issue of Palestinians, such that their situation is accorded equivalence with refugees everywhere.

“This is Not Iraq or Syria”: What Reactions to the Invasion of Ukraine Have Revealed About the Normalization of War in the Middle East 

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By: Dina Kobeissi / Arab America Contributing Writer Following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, people around the world are condemning Russia’s actions and expressing their support for Ukrainians. While this stance against war, defense of human rights, and call for the respect of autonomy are applaudable, one wishes for consistency in the world’s uproar. War, conflict, … Continued

Nothing New for Humanitarian Angelina Jolie, Now the Actress Focuses on Helping Yemen Refugees

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Angelina Jolie is focusing her attention on the humanitarian crisis in Yemen. Contributing writer, John Mason, reports on how Jolie emphasized that each crisis deserves equal treatment by humanitarian agencies, citing the equal needs of such countries as Ukraine and Yemen. Jolie has been a Goodwill Ambassador for the United Nations for over two decades, during which time she has gained worldwide praise for her commitment.

Surveillance of Palestinians from Zionism’s Early Days till now has only become more Sophisticated and Intrusive

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While espionage and surveillances of Palestinians dates to the early Zionist period in the 1930s and 40s, more recent intelligence gathering by the Israel government has only become more sophisticated. It is now used to spy on key Palestinian human rights groups and perhaps even more nefariously to use facial recognition software known as ‘Blue Wolf’ to monitor Palestinians. To see the implications of such espionage, contributing writer John Mason describes its impact on the citizenry and on organizations.

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

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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

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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.

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?

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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

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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.

National U.S. Arab Chamber of Commerce, NUSAAC, Names Iraq’s Fareed Yaseen as 2021 “Ambassador of the Year”

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Upwards of 150 Leaders, Including More Than 20 Ambassadors, Participate in the Award Ceremony and Luncheon Washington, DC –The National U.S. – Arab Chamber of Commerce (NUSACC) recently recognized Dr. Fareed Yasseen, Iraq’s Ambassador to the United States, as the 2021 “Ambassador of the Year.”  The award ceremony and luncheon, held at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel in … Continued

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

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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. 

Chile’s New President is Staunchly Pro-Palestine

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By: Omar Mansour / Arab America Contributing Writer Gabriel Boric, a left-wing lawmaker who is very critical of Israel and supports boycotts against goods from Israeli settlements in occupied Palestine has been elected the new president of Chile, defeating his right-wing pro-Israel opponent yesterday in a landslide vote. Boric will become the youngest president in … Continued

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