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Hope in Zohran Mamdani

By: Laila Ali / Arab America Contributing Writer In the heart of New York City’s mayoral race, a conversation far bigger than the five boroughs has taken shape. Zohran Mamdani, a 33-year-old New York state assemblyman who represents the 31st District of Queens, has been having this conversation for months and with more nuance, depth, and … Continued

Defunct Arab National Flags and Their Meaning

By Jake Harris/Arab America Contributing Writer Since the creation of the modern nation-state, there have been symbols, motifs, and banners that have given empires, kingdoms, and republics a visual identity. Since the days of Muhammad and the foundation of the Rashidun Caliphate, the Arab world has had significant turnover when it comes to political boundaries. … Continued

Two Rooms, One Cause: How AUC Students Reimagined Resistance

By: Laila Mamdouh / Arab America Contributing Writer Last week, the American University in Cairo’s (AUC) School of Global Affairs and Public Policy (GAPP) found itself at the center of a campus-wide storm after hosting Ambassador Daniel Kurtzer, the former U.S. ambassador to both Egypt and Israel, for a discussion with students. The event, meant … Continued

Yalla, We Can’t Wait to See You this Weekend! Updated Schedule for the CONNECT Empowerment Summit 2025

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE REGISTER HERE (WASHINGTON, D.C., October 22, 2025) It’s almost here! Join us Friday–Saturday, October 24–25 at the Teaneck Marriott at Glenpointe (Teaneck, NJ) for two packed days of connection and celebration. What’s new and unmissable: Bring your team, students, and family—come ready to learn, connect, and be inspired. Program: https://www.arabamerica.com/arab-america-foundation-announces-program-for-the-connect-empowerment-summit-2025/Register: https://arabamericafoundation.regfox.com/connect-empowerment-summit-2025 CONNECT … Continued

The Fragile Ceasefire in South Lebanon 

By: Amir Kobeissi / Arab America Contributing Writer Lebanon’s Hezbollah in the South and Israel implemented an immediate ceasefire in November 2024, but the circumstances of this ceasefire don’t seem to be in effect. Many issues such as displacement and reconstruction efforts, appear to be limited. What seemed to be a hopeful stoppage after months … Continued

Sponsors: Connect Arab America: Empowerment Summit, October 24-25, 2025

Connect Arab America: Empowerment Summit Sponsors A big THANK YOU to all of our sponsors. This event wouldn’t be possible without them. From local businesses to national organizations, we’re incredibly grateful for their support and look forward to seeing them at our event. If you want to become a sponsor or need more information, please … Continued

The Complexities of the New Syrian Elections 

By: Amir Kobeissi / Arab America Contributing Writer Syria’s recent elections may have seemed like a necessary step towards the country’s difficult transition of leadership, but this process is far more difficult than it may seem. Under a new constitution and voting system, only specific committees are given permission to vote for most seats, and … Continued

NUSACC’s David Hamod Receives International Impact Award

University of Iowa: David Hamod’s “exemplary dedication to diplomacy, peace, prosperity, and cultural understanding throughout the world makes him the ideal recipient of this award.”  David Hamod, President & CEO of the National U.S. – Arab Chamber of Commerce (NUSACC), was recently awarded the University of Iowa’s International Impact Award. In an award ceremony in … Continued

Yemeni Coffee Shops: Brewing Community

By: Laila Ali / Arab America Contributing Writer Walk into a Yemeni coffee shop in Brooklyn, Dearborn, or Oakland, and you’ll know it right away. The air is heavy with the scent of freshly ground beans, perhaps cardamom or ginger dusted over them. Friends crowd around the cups, steam-blowing, elders puff slowly in armchairs, and … Continued

UN Resolution 194 – The Right to Return

Disclaimer: In this article, Zionism refers to the nationalist movement supporting the establishment of a Jewish homeland in what followers of this movement consider the Land of Israel, which they consider the ancestral territory of the Jewish people. Zionist refers to the people who follow Zionism, thereby supporting the development of a Jewish nation as … Continued

The Bush Curse on the Middle East and The Everlasting  Effects Until Today

By: Laila Mamdouh / Arab America Contributing Writer On September 11, 2001, terrorists killed nearly 3,000 people in attacks that forever altered U.S. policy and global relations. These acts were unjustifiable and tragic. Yet the aftermath of 9/11 under President George W. Bush marked a turning point that launched wars abroad, pushed sweeping domestic policies, … Continued

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