SOURCE: ARAB AMERICAN INSTITUTE BY: DR. JAMES J. ZOGBY The history of the Middle East has always been defined by its waterways —the Tigris and Euphrates in the East, the Nile in the West, and the Sea of Galilee and Jordan River flowing through its heart. Dozens of civilizations and hundreds of millions of souls … Continued
By: Waverly Nohr/ Arab America contributing writer Mansaf is an extremely popular rice and meat dish in the Arab world. So much so that it is Jordan’s national dish. Although the dish requires a variety of ingredients, the main components that make mansaf so special are the meat, rice, bread, and tangy yogurt sauce. The … Continued
By: Qaïs S. Ahmadī / Arab America Contributing Writer Understanding “Citizenry Anger” “The revolution’s on … It’s here, it’s today … I’m looking for all my other patriots to come out and help me.” Floyd Ray Roseberry Floyd Ray Roseberry is angry at the United States government, and he decided to set off bombs. Among … Continued
By: Noura Abou Hamze/Arab America Contributing Writer Who is Ramy Ayach? Ramy Abu Ayach (Arabic: رامي ابوعياش) was born on August 18, 1980. Ramy is a Lebanese singer, composer, actor, and philanthropist. Commonly referred to as the “Pop Star” in the Arab world for his impact and contribution to the contemporary Arab music scene and Pop Culture, … Continued
The ten responses to this important question about U.S. policy in nation state-building reflect how the U.S. has translated policy into action on the ground in this highly complex country, Afghanistan. 20 years of warfare and thousands of lives lost must be accounted for in American “after-action reports.” Here, we look at the many missteps the U.S. has taken, from beginning to end. Inadequate strategic planning and poor analysis along the way have led to a catastrophic end to the U.S. presence there. John Mason takes us through the ten steps.
By: Noura Abou Hamze/Arab America Contributing Writer The Arabic language is widely spoken all over the world and is the official language in twenty-three Arab countries. Have you ever heard about a special form of writing Arabic, called the Arabic Chat Alphabet? The Arabic chat alphabet , alternatively the Franco-Arabic alphabet, or ‘Arabizi’ , is an alternative … Continued
By: Waverly Nohr/ Arab America contributing writer One defining characteristic of the Middle East is the climate. High speed winds, gut wrenching temperatures make the conditions harsh and unable to support many forms of plant life. And what comes from plants? Food! From fruits to vegetables, even nuts and legumes, many food starts from just a seed in the … Continued
By: Noura Abou Hamze/Arab America Contributing Writer What is Tabbouleh ? It is a Middle Eastern dish made of bulgur wheat, finely chopped herbs, and spices. Tabbouleh is often served as an appetizer, a salad, or part of a mezze, the Middle Eastern equivalent of tapas. Tabbouleh is thought to have originated in Lebanon, where it is the national … Continued
By: Lyric Ludwig / Arab America Contributing Writer Throughout the ages, the Middle East has seen a variety of interactions with various peoples and powers that are foreign to the region. The classical era saw the prominence of Greek colonists in the Middle East and North Africa. This was followed by Alexander … Continued
By: Noura Abou Hamze / Arab America Contributing Writer Jabal Al Arab Jabal Al Arab, or Jabal Al Druze, translating to “Mountain Al Arab” or “Mountain Al Druze,” has received so much attention, expressing its environmental specificity. Not only that, but it has been a debatable topic among many educators on why and how the … Continued
. By: Pamela Dimitrova / Arab America Contributing Writer For years there is a question in international politics, that remains unanswered – What is the main challenge to peace and security in the Middle East? There are many suggestions -terrorism and extremism; civil war and foreign interventions; sectarianism, corruption, and authoritarianism. With so many factors, … Continued
By: Noura Abou Hamze / Arab America Contributing Writer Gibran Khalil Gibran is a notable Arab intellectual of Lebanese origin who influenced and got influenced by both Eastern and Western thinkers. He is a Lebanese-American poet and writer and often considered a philosopher. Gibran is best known for his work, especially “the Prophet”, which was translated … Continued
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