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Palestine

A Breakthrough in Syria?

By: Ghassan Rubeiz / Arab America Contributing Writer Western media’s coverage of the Middle East tends to dwell on terror, uprisings, hostage-taking, and wars, but Syria brought us some much-needed good news last week. This week, Israel’s return to war in Gaza and its hegemonic escalation in the West Bank are front-page news. The story … Continued

Netanyahu’s Misguided Return to War in Gaza

By: Ghassan Rubeiz / Arab America Contributing Writer Last week Israel announced it was backing away from the ceasefire agreement it had reached with Hamas, with US mediation. The agreement had outlined terms for the incremental exchange of captives, leading to a permanent ceasefire within 18 weeks. With the first of three phases over, Israel is … Continued

Syrian Soap Operas: Musalsalat Becoming a Ramadan TV Staple

By: Fedal Hanoun / Arab America Contributing Writer Ramadan is a season of television as much as a period for fasting and spiritual introspection in the Arab world. Millions of Middle Eastern fans gather around their TVs every evening following their fast to watch musalsalat, the long-form drama series that have grown to be a … Continued

Arab America Announces Summer 2025 Virtual Internship Opportunities

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

Yalla, Feminists: Arab American Women Fighting for Change

By: Lina Abirafeh / Arab America Contributing Writer It’s not easy being Arab American these days. We’re all trapped in a complex mess, straddling conflicting worlds and (re)negotiating loyalties. I’ve always toggled between being “more Arab” or “more American” – often in reaction to whatever socio-political project is underway. These days, I’m fully entrenched in … Continued

Tabkha: Recipes from Under the Rubble

By: Lama Obeid / Arab America Contributing Writer In recent years, more Palestinian cookbooks have been written and published in English, sharing the richness of the cuisine with the world. Mona Zahed, from Gaza, has made the latest addition to this collection with her debut cookbook Tabkha: Recipes from Under the Rubble, featuring 20 recipes … Continued

“Music as an Escape”: 40 Minutes with Sommer Forrester

By: Layan Srour / Arab America Contributing Writer Sommer Forrester’s journey through music and identity is one of blending cultures, disciplines, and personal resilience. Sommer is an associate professor at the University of Massachusetts, Boston, where she leads the music education program. Raised on a rich tapestry of Arabic music and Western classical influences, she … Continued

Gambling with World War III? Not Zelensky

By: Ghassan Rubeiz / Arab America Contributing WriterUkraine’s President, Volodymyr Zelensky, came to the White House last Friday to beg President Trump to stop making concessions to Russia. Trump, unbidden, has been negotiating with Putin on Ukraine’s behalf. The US president went as far as to stun his Ukrainian guest with a warning: by not … Continued

Arab Cuisine: 50 Cookbooks to Try

By: Arwa Almasaari / Arab America Contributing Writer The world of Arab cuisine offers a rich variety of dishes that are as diverse as the region itself. From the aromatic spices of Morocco to the fresh, colorful ingredients of Palestine, Arab food is a celebration of community, tradition, and the simple pleasures of sharing a … Continued

‘No Other Land’ Wins Oscar for Best Documentary

The documentary No Other Land, a collaboration between Palestinian and Israeli filmmakers, won the Best Documentary Feature award tonight at the 97th Annual Academy Awards. The film chronicles the forced displacement of Palestinians in Masafer Yatta, a region in the occupied West Bank, from 2019 to 2023. During their acceptance speech, co-directors Basel Adra and Yuval … Continued

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