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Go topBy: B Nimri Aziz / Arab America Contributing Writer Should I, or shouldn’t I? Can I, or can’t I? I may be alone. No villager who had accompanied me to protests 6-8 years ago hinted they might attend Saturday’s “No Kings” rally. Of more than 2,000 nationwide events, I’m heading to one of only three … Continued
By Rena Elhessen / Arab America Contributing Writer The ongoing Israel-Iran war began last week, and the affects of this conflict are already being seen throughout the region of the Middle East. The geographic positions of Israel and Iran have left the rest of the Arab world closing off airspace and redirecting flights, leaving Arabs … Continued
By: Ramsey Zeidan / Arab America Contributing Writer The Dabke is an Arab folklore dance characterized by people stomping their feet rhythmically in lines or circles. Often performed in celebratory settings like weddings or parties, the Dabke is a staple in Levantine culture. The historical roots of the Dabke can be traced back to modern-day … Continued
By: Ralph I. Hage / Arab America Contributing Writer In the mid-20th century, Iraq stood on the brink of transformation. Flush with newfound oil wealth, the Iraqi government under King Faisal II embarked on a grand modernization effort aimed at reshaping Baghdad into a global cultural hub. One of the most ambitious – but ultimately … Continued
By Liam Nagle / Arab America Contributing Writer When one thinks of the medieval Muslim conquests of Europe, they might first think of the Ottoman invasions of southern and eastern Europe in the 14th century. However, another far earlier example of this can be seen on the Iberian Peninsula – and their territories there existed … Continued
By: Fayzeh Abou Ardat / Arab America contributing writer Arab American journalism has undergone a significant transformation over the past few decades. Arab American journalists were initially confined to local newspapers and media outlets. Today, however, they are increasingly visible in mainstream outlets and national broadcasting networks. This reflects a new cultural awakening among the … Continued
By: Amir Kobeissi / Arab America Contributing Writer The Syrian Civil War has been one of the worst tragedies in modern-day history, and the effects of U.S sanctions imposed on Syria have only worsened the situation. Constant pressure on Syria’s regime to step down or change its way of governance led only to adverse effects … Continued
By: Fayzeh Abou Ardat / Arab America contributing writer June 7, 2025, marked a significant day for Italians, activists, and particularly for the global Palestinian solidarity movement. Approximately 300,000 individuals protested in Rome, demanding Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni address human rights violations in Gaza. Fayzeh Abou Ardat, Arab America contributing writer, reports on the … Continued
By: John Mason / Arab America Contributing Writer Father’s Day was originally a Western celebration more so than Middle Eastern. Al-Jazeera, in looking into the Arab celebration of Fathers, found that its Western origin dates to at least 1508, where its first mention was in a southern European tradition. In the U.S., mainly Catholics originally … Continued
By Rena Elhessen/Arab America Contributing Writer President Trump has reinstated a travel ban for 19 countries, expanding his previously repealed ban from his first term. When the first travel ban came into fruition, it was scrutinized by the Supreme Court, but ultimately passed. It was then repealed under President Biden. As the present administration continues … Continued
By: Jake Harris / Arab America contributing writer Islam and the Arab world have a long, shared religious bond going from the Kaaba at Mecca to the Moroccan coast bordering the Atlantic Ocean. Something seldom touched on in Western education is the Arab World before the revelations of the Prophet. It is important to remember … Continued
By: Ramsey Zeidan / Arab America Contributing Writer On Monday, the viral Gaza freedom flotilla Madleen, carrying Swedish human rights activist Greta Thunberg and 11 other volunteers, was detained in international waters by Israeli forces. Currently, a third of the activists aboard the Madleen have been forcefully deported to their home countries, while eight others … Continued
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