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World War One

Al-Fatat: An Arab Underground

By Liam Nagle / Arab America Contributing Writer Many people already know about the Arab Revolt – an attempt by the Arabs, led by Sharif Hussein bin Ali, to achieve independence from the Ottoman Empire during World War I. However, lesser-known is the fact that numerous bodies had already formed before the war to achieve … Continued

55 Years of Failure: Netanyahu’s Struggles Over Eli Cohen’s Legacy

Yara Marei / Arab America Contributing Writer Just two months before the fall of the Syrian regime, Israel’s long-time enemy, Benjamin Netanyahu faced tough questions during a press conference. A journalist asked him sharply, “Is there any hope the enemy simply forgot to return Eli Cohen’s body?” Visibly frustrated Netanyahu admitted, “We’ve been trying for … Continued

The History of Syria’s Flags

By: Fedal Hanoun / Arab America Contributing Writer In this piece, Arab American contributing writer, Fedal Hanoun, explores the evolution of Syria’s national flags, reflecting its rich cultural heritage, political changes, and struggles for independence. From the symbols of ancient civilizations to Ottoman rule, the Arab Revolt, and French mandate, each flag marked a key … Continued

History of the Israel-Lebanon Border

By: Liam Nagle / Arab America Contributing Writer Like many colonial constructs in the Middle East, the border between Israel and Lebanon is relatively new. Created to separate portions of the British and French mandates, this territory has almost always been a battleground between Israeli forces and guerrilla groups. With tensions between Israel and the … Continued

​​Salom Rizk’s Syrian Yankee: A Misfit in Arab American Literature?

By: Arwa Almasaari / Arab America Contributing Writer Salom Rizk’s Syrian Yankee (1943) has largely been avoided in Arab American literary discussions, not only due to its assimilationist rhetoric but also because of its promotion of problematic views, such as anti-Arab racism and Islamophobic tropes. However, understanding Rizk’s personal history and the historical context in … Continued

South Yemen: Divisions before the Yemeni Civil War

By: Liam Nagle / Arab America Contributing Writer When one thinks about a divided Yemen, one might think about its ongoing, devastating, and complicated civil war. However, this wasn’t the first time Yemen was divided, as Yemen didn’t always exist as a single entity. Before 1990, it was two separate and distinct states—one based in … Continued

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