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Go topBy: Ghassan Rubeiz / Arab America Contributing Writer One day, Israel might become an integral part of the Middle East, but only if the Jewish state abandons its colonial approach to state building. Arab-Israeli relations must be transparent and sensitive to injustice. While millions of Arabs watch Gaza’s destruction with growing outrage, their leaders quietly … Continued
By: Ghassan Rubeiz / Arab America Contributing Writer Arab leaders, facing persistent insecurity at home, continue to look outward for protection. They have lately been flocking to Washington, seeking assurances of security and prosperity. Over the past two months, President Trump has met with a series of Arab leaders and dignitaries: Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi … Continued
By: Laila Mamdouh / Arab America Contributing Writer What began as a distant dream in the early 1990s has, after decades of determination, finally risen from the sands of Giza into shimmering reality. The Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) , the largest archaeological museum in the world, has officially opened its monumental doors, standing as both … Continued
By: Laila Mamdouh / Arab America Contributing Writer Last week, the American University in Cairo’s (AUC) School of Global Affairs and Public Policy (GAPP) found itself at the center of a campus-wide storm after hosting Ambassador Daniel Kurtzer, the former U.S. ambassador to both Egypt and Israel, for a discussion with students. The event, meant … Continued
By: Ghassan Rubeiz / Arab America Contributing Writer Before celebrating a breakthrough in Gaza, let us recognize what this moment represents: a pause in violence, a response to a scandalous emergency—not more. The world is breathing a sigh of relief as the guns fall silent in Gaza, Israeli hostages emerge from long captivity in Hamas’s tunnels, … Continued
By: Ghassan Rubeiz / Arab America Contributing Writer On the second anniversary of a war that has consumed countless lives, Israel shelled Gaza once more on October 7—a grim reminder that peace remains as elusive as ever. Had Israel genuinely intended to implement the Trump peace plan announced just days earlier, it would have ceased … Continued
By: Laila Mamdouh / Arab America Contributing Writer In the mid-20th century, Egypt stood in the spotlight of international politics not only because of its young leader Gamal Abdel Nasser, but because it positioned itself as a voice for those struggling under colonial rule. Nasser’s popularity came from not only his charisma but mainly the … Continued
By: Taim Al-Faraje / Arab America Contributing Writer “The final hour of colonialism has struck and millions of inhabitants of Africa, Asia, and Latin America rise to meet a new life and demand their unrestricted right to self-determination.” The name Che Guevara struck terror into the hearts of Western leaders, frightened by his breathtaking ability … Continued
By: Ralph I. Hage / Arab America Contributing Writer Egypt is globally renowned for its ancient pyramids and temples, but its traditional architecture extends far beyond these iconic monuments. Spanning centuries, Egyptian architecture reflects a unique synthesis of climate-responsive design, cultural identity, and historical continuity. From sun-drenched mud brick villages to intricately detailed Islamic buildings, … Continued
This is the ninety-second 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-second pathbreaker is Randa or Ra Jarrar, a Palestinian Egyptian/Arab American, award-winning novelist, short story writer, essayist, translator, stage performer, and teacher. Contributing writer, John Mason, highlights her depiction as “a fearless voice of dissent who has been called ‘politically incorrect.’
By: Laila Mamdouh / Arab America Contributing Writer The Nile River has long been more than just a geographic landmark; it is the lifeline of northeastern Africa. Flowing through eleven countries, its waters are most vital to Egypt, Sudan, and Ethiopia, three nations now locked in a bitter political and existential struggle over its control. … Continued
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
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