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As Syria’s Civil War Escalates, What are the Implications?

By: Ghassan Rubeiz / Arab America Contributing Writer In the rapidly changing geopolitics of the Middle East, what is taking place in Syria these days may have different but significant consequences: an opening for regime change, a boost for the Assad government or a promising round of talks between ruler and opposition. Last week, the Islamist … Continued

Bedouin Bread – Chubab

By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer This traditional Bedouin bread, found in the countries of the Arabian Peninsula, is today enhanced with ingredients not generally available to the Bedouin of the past.   A delightful, sweet bread, it is excellent for breakfast, but can be served warm with all meals. Makes 12 crepe-like loaves – pancake … Continued

Desert Diplomacy: The Art of Conflict Resolution Among Arab Tribes

By: Rania Basria / Arab America Contributing Writer For thousands of years, Arab tribes in the arid deserts of the Middle East devised complicated methods of conflict settlement to guarantee communal unity. These techniques, which are steeped in history and formed by the necessity for survival in resource-constrained contexts, place an emphasis on negotiation, mediation, … Continued

Stuffed Fish – al-Bouri Mahshi

By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer A unique type of stuffed fish, Palestinian-style, where a combination of spices and herbs bring out the flavours and aroma of 1960s Haifa, the city in which I was first introduced to this dish.  Delicate and flaky from the inside and crispy on the outside with a roasted medley … Continued

US Peace Facade in Middle East Contrasts with Militant Foreign Policy

By: Ghassan Rubeiz / Arab America Contributing Writer        Editors Note: A ceasefire was announced yesterday. A truce between Israel and Hezbollah is a positive step forward, but it is neither a peace agreement nor a settlement between the two states. Border issues between Lebanon and Israel remain vague. The Lebanese people remain divided on how to help … Continued

Pathbreakers of Arab America–Elyanna

This is the sixty-sixth of Arab America’s series on American pathbreakers of Arab descent. The series includes personalities from entertainment, business, sports, science, arts, academia, journalism, and politics, among other areas. Our sixty-sixth pathbreaker is Elyanna, born to a Palestinian Christian mother and Chilean father in Nazareth on January 22, 2002. John Mason, contributing writer, informs us that she is a singer and songwriter of alternative pop, Arab pop, Arab traditional music, and urban. Elyanna loves singing in Arabic—the style of music that keeps her grounded in her identity. She is unapologetically Palestinian, expressing her commitment through her art.

You’ll Never Believe What’s Happening in Saudi Arabia

By Yara Marei / Arab America contributing writer. The lights of Riyadh sparkled like never before, casting a golden glow over the bustling city as crowds gathered to witness a season unlike any other. From the grand stages of youth innovation to the red carpets of global fashion, Riyadh Season 2024 transformed the Saudi capital … Continued

The Baghdad Pact: NATO of the Middle East?

By Liam Nagle / Arab America Contributing Writer During the Cold War that took place in the aftermath of the Second World War, many countries around the world had to pick sides between the two contenders – the United States and the Soviet Union. The Arab world was no exception, with Arab Nationalist movements often … Continued

Tourism Rejuvenates Syria’s Image and Draws Foreign Investment

By: Fedal Hanoun / Arab America Contributing Writer Syria, a nation known for its ancient civilizations and rich cultural legacy, has encountered many difficulties in the past ten years as a result of protracted conflict. The resurgence of tourism, however, presents a singular chance to improve Syria’s standing abroad, promote cultural diplomacy, and act as … Continued

6 Educational Organizations to Support This Thanksgiving Season

By: Arwa Almasaari / Arab America Contributing Writer At the Connect Summit, organized by Arab America, a panel titled Countering Misrepresentations of Arabs in America: Media, Civil Rights, and Beyond explored practical strategies to tackle the misrepresentation of Arabs. Dr. Rosina Hassoun discussed the invisibility of Arabs in academia, highlighting their underrepresentation and the persistence … Continued

Thanksgiving in Arab America

By Mehdi El Merini / Arab America Contributing Writer Thanksgiving is a cherished time for reflection, gratitude, and togetherness. For Arab Americans, it offers a unique opportunity to celebrate the values of family and hospitality while blending cultural traditions from both sides of the Atlantic. This year, however, as we gather around tables filled with … Continued

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