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The Decline of Turkish and Israeli Cooperation

By: Amir Kobeissi / Arab America Contributing Writer Turkey and Israel have maintained what appeared to be a working relationship for decades, but this has quickly declined in recent years. What had once been a progressive relationship, has quickly turned into a problematic one. This has raised many questions about the future of the Middle … Continued

Arab American Intellectuals in Early U.S. Universities

By: Laila Ali / Arab America Contributing Author We live in an age of Arab American Studies, when ethnic and religious minorities are recognized for their influence on U.S. history and culture. We know the stories of waves of Arab migration to the United States, and the rich histories of Arab communities, such as in … Continued

Refugee Voices Through Art

By: Fayzeh Abou Ardat / Arab America Contributing Writer Arab refugees have survived wars, occupations, and forced migrations that have displaced millions of people. Beyond the numbers and the headlines, refugees have experiences that are frequently disregarded or silenced. Art has emerged as one of the most effective means for displaced Arabs to convey their … Continued

Why Miss Palestine Matters More Than You Think

Photo Credit: Nadeen Ayoub via Wikimedia Commons. By: Amir Kobeissi / Arab America Contributing Writer Beauty pageants are so much more than just events based on beauty, talent or appearance, but a way to embrace identity, culture, and heritage on one of the worlds biggest stages. In reference to Palestine, a country that has faced … Continued

Arab America Announces Fall 2025 Virtual Internship Opportunities

Arab America, the leading provider of digital media regarding the Arab and Arab American identity, announces Fall 2025 virtual internship opportunities. Application Deadline: Open until all positions are filled. Term: 4 Months–Beginning August/September (Flexible) Responsibilities: Interns selected will be asked to focus on four or more of the following areas: *Applicants with marketing and digital … Continued

Pathbreakers of Arab America—Ibrahim Abu Lughod

This is the ninety-first in Arab America’s series on American pathbreakers of Arab descent. The series features personalities from various fields, including entertainment, business, sports, science, the arts, academia, journalism, and politics. Our ninety-first pathbreaker, highlighted by contributing writer John Mason, is Ibrahim Abu-Lughod, a Palestinian-born academic-activist who was one of the first to introduce Arab Americans to the world of national liberation struggles and post-colonial politics.

A Brief History of the Druze Faith

By Taim Al-Faraje/Arab America Contributing Writer In light of recent events in Syria, this article will look into a brief history of the Druze community and how they came to be involved in Syrian affairs, focusing on their beginnings and how they evolved into what they are now as a community. The history of al-Muwahhidun, … Continued

Arab Free Officer movements from 1952-1969

By: Taim Al-Faraje / Arab America Contributing Writer Throughout the 50s and 60s, the Arab World saw a plethora of coups and revolutions. These coups particularly took place in countries where the common people were discontent with the ruling monarchies. They had many goals; on a smaller scale, they were aimed at overthrowing the rulers … Continued

The Arab American Politics of Superman 2025

By: Katie Beason / Arab America Contributing Writer James Gunn’s 2025 Superman is causing quite a stir on the internet, with praise for its timely portrayal of international armed conflict, government overreach, and American exceptionalism, as well as admonishment for perceived anti-Semitism and anti-American attitudes. While other recent superhero movies like Marvel’s Thunderbolts* swing dramatically … Continued

Cairo’s New Administrative Capital – Landmark or Lavish?

By: Taim Al-Faraje/Arab America Contributing Writer As of mid-2025, Egypt’s New Administrative Capital (NAC) has entered its second phase of construction. What this means for the new capital is thousands of families moving into newly built housing, establishing museums, an opera house, a training center for artists and musicians, and more. President Abdel Fatah el-Sisi … Continued

Mahmoud Khalil Visits D.C. 

By: Amir Kobeissi / Arab America Contributing Writer Mahmoud Khalil’s recent visit to Washington, D.C. represents a great moment and has strengthened the connection between Arab American leaders and U.S. politicians. As a widely respected voice in the Arab American community, his role in D.C. shows how important it is to push for engagement and … Continued

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