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Go topBy: Ghassan Rubeiz / Arab America Contributing Writer In the modern Middle East, the relentless pursuit of legitimacy by illegitimate means has become Israel’s defining contradiction. What emerges is a state desperately seeking to normalize the fundamentally abnormal through a carefully orchestrated campaign of deception, manipulation, and coercion. The problem has deep roots. Israeli leadership has … Continued
Photo Credit: Wiki Commons By: Taim Al-Faraje/Arab America Contributing Writer Embedded in Cairo’s Gezira Island stands one of Africa’s most intricately designed buildings, namely the Cairo Tower. Standing 614 feet tall, a stunning 160 feet taller than the Great Pyramid of Giza, it at one point served as Africa’s tallest structure. It features an open … Continued
By: Layla Mahmoud / Arab America Contributing Writer Arab Americans have long existed on the fringes of U.S. political life, numerous in number, but overlooked in national conversations. Despite an estimated population of over 3.7 million, Arab Americans’ voting power remains underrepresented in government, undercounted in official data, and frequently misunderstood. However, over the past … Continued
By: Ralph I. Hage / Arab America Contributing Writer Djibouti’s traditional architecture reflects its nomadic heritage, shaped by two dominant ethnic groups: the Afar, mainly in the north, and the Somali (specifically the Issa) in the south, with some overlap in central areas, such as Djibouti City. Both communities historically lived as pastoral nomads, requiring … Continued
By: Amir Kobeissi / Arab America Contributing Writer Many famous Americans you may know come from some surprising backgrounds, notably some may come from Arab ethnicity. From NBA champions to high-level innovators and even actors, Arab Americans have silently shaped American culture and notable achievements. Jamal Murray’s high-level basketball skills, Steve Jobs’ revolutionary technological impacts, … Continued
Roundtable Focuses on Oman – U.S. Relations, Including the Sultanate’s Role as Peacemaker and Trusted Mediator “Our longstanding partnership, built on mutual respect and shared interests, continues to be a source of strength and unity.” – H.E. Talal Al-Rahbi, Oman’s Ambassador to the United States This past week, the National U.S. – Arab Chamber of … Continued
By: Ralph I. Hage / Arab America Contributing Writer Algeria, the largest country in Africa, boasts a rich and diverse architectural heritage that reflects centuries of cultural fusion, geographical variation, and historical transformation. From the sun-baked kasbahs of the north to the earthen ksour of the Sahara, traditional Algerian architecture is a living testament to … Continued
By: Ramsey Zeidan / Arab America Contributing Writer Under the guise of security and keeping the peace, the outspoken often lose their voices to repressive censorship. A series of sanctions have been handed out amidst public outcry over the crimes against humanity inflicted on Gaza. The latest censor was announced by Secretary of State Marco … Continued
By: Ghassan Rubeiz / Arab America Contributing Writer In his visit to the White House last week, Netanyahu asserted that Hamas must disappear because it is still a threat to Israel. At the moment, protracted negotiations in Qatar over a Gaza ceasefire seem deadlocked. To free 250 hostages, over five hundred IDF soldiers have already died, and … Continued
By: Fayzeh Abou Ardat / Arab America Contributing Writer Arab Americans and Middle Eastern Americans maintain a distinct and frequently misunderstood position in American society. The general public may mix terminology such as Arab, Muslim, or Persian. However, these identities are separate, with significant historical, cultural, and religious roots. Fayzeh Abou Ardat, an Arab America contributing writer, … Continued
By: Ralph I. Hage / Arab America Contributing Writer In April of 1959, the Lebanese capital of Beirut welcomed a musical legend whose visit would resonate for decades. Louis Armstrong, the renowned trumpeter and vocalist known worldwide as “Satchmo,” brought his distinctive brand of jazz to a city eager for cultural connections. More than just … Continued
By: Fayzeh Abou Ardat / Arab America Contributing Writer Attempts to replicate the EU and Eurozone integration model in the Middle East face persistent structural, political, and historical obstacles. Fayzeh Abou Ardat, an Arab America contributing writer, explores why the region, despite sharing a language and culture, remains divided and marked by rivalries. The Arab … Continued
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