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Arab Leaders: Publicly Critical of Israel, Privately Making Deals

By: 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

The King-Crane Commission: Early Arab Self-Determination?

By Liam Nagle / Arab America Contributing Writer It is 1919. In the wake of the First World War and the collapse of the Ottoman Empire, there was varied discussion on what was to become of the Middle East. The victorious Allied Powers deliberated on what was to become of the territory. Whereas Britain and … Continued

The Complexities of the New Syrian Elections 

By: Amir Kobeissi / Arab America Contributing Writer Syria’s recent elections may have seemed like a necessary step towards the country’s difficult transition of leadership, but this process is far more difficult than it may seem. Under a new constitution and voting system, only specific committees are given permission to vote for most seats, and … Continued

Syria’s Architecture: Expressions of Culture, History and Climate

By: Ralph I. Hage / Arab America Contributing Writer Syria’s traditional architecture stands as a rich testament to centuries of cultural continuity, regional adaptation, and environmental intelligence. The country’s strategic location at the crossroads of the Mediterranean, Arabian, and Mesopotamian worlds has fostered a diversity of architectural expressions. Traditional Syrian buildings are not merely functional; … Continued

Che Guevara’s Relation to the Arabs

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

How Ma3(ع) Ba3(ع)d is Mobilizing the Syrian and Lebanese Diaspora for Change

By: Amir Kobeissi / Arab America Contributing Writer How can the diaspora mobilize for change? Millions of Arabs live outside their countries but struggle to find effective ways to contribute. Emerging organizations are addressing this challenge. After sharing its mission at the Arab Conference at Harvard and raising early funds through small businesses, the volunteer-led … Continued

Israel Continues to Normalize the Abnormal

By: 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

Unity Amid Tragedy: Church Attack Unites Syrian Identities

By: Laila Mamdouh / Arab America Contributing Writer On the evening of June 22, 2025, tragedy struck Saint Elias Greek Orthodox Church in the Dweilaa neighborhood of Damascus. What should have been a peaceful Sunday Mass turned into a nightmare when a suicide bomber entered the church, killing at least 22 worshippers and injuring over … Continued

Middle East Climate Migration: Europe Unready

By: Fayzeh Abou Ardat / Arab America Contributing Writer As Europe faces increased migration flows, one key issue is often overlooked: Middle East climate refugees in Europe, driven by climate-induced displacement from the Middle East. The region, already plagued by conflict and instability, is now one of the most vulnerable to climate change globally. Worsening … Continued

Interfaith Unity Shines through Dark Times in Damascus

By: Ramsey Zeidan / Arab America Contributing Writer In the wake of a devastating attack on Mar Elias Church in Damascus, Syrian Christians are confused, disheartened, and scared. The violent bombing that left over 25 people dead last week was the first of its kind in decades. Consequently, the attack is rattling the sense of … Continued

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