Middle Eastern Affairs (general)
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By: Sarah Blakemore
Burqas are a common sight in the middle east and all over the world yet nothing in the Qu'ran specifically states a woman must adhere to this style of dress. more...
Somali Refugees Suffer in Yemen
By: Jeremy Mangum
For over 10,000 Somali refugees struggling to survive in a squalid camp in southern Yemen, daily life is almost as perilous as in their former homeland. more...
By: Amanda Drew
As cities in the Middle East are rapidly urbanizing, the contrast between traditional and modern values is becoming more and more apparent. more...
Thus spoke Obama to the Muslim World
By: Amira Nowaira
Although the responses to Obama's speech in Egypt have been largely positive, there are many voices expressing deep skepticism. more...
US President Comes to Egypt to Deliver Speech
By: Amira Nowaira
While Egypt awaits the arrival of Obama on June 4th, 2009, the unprecedented security measures taken to ensure his safety will make life difficult for Cairo residents. more...
Preparations for Obama's Visit
By: Amira Nowaira
Although Obama's visit to Cairo on June 4th, 2009 is scheduled to last no more than a few hours, extensive preparations are under way, transforming the face of those part more...
Egypt's Rise in Sexual Harassment
By: Giulia de Robert
Sexual harassment on the streets of Cairo has risen over the past decade. Government authorities remained silent but now started to change their attitude.- more...
By: Amira Nowaira
It is not every day that an American president decides to visit Egypt. Obama's choice of Cairo as his platform to address the Muslim world has sparked off heated debates more...
Conflict's History of Israel-Palestine
Israel declared their independence in 1948 with recognition from the United States and Russia. more...
UN report says Israel Targeted Civilians in Gaza
By: Giulia de Robert
Israel violated a range of human rights during its offensive in Gaza, including targeting civilians and using a child as a human shield, UN investigators said on March 23 more...
Bedouin Women and Muslim Women in Society
By: Maureen Zieber
Middle Eastern Cultures have different meanings for veiling their women, depending on what set of people are being discussed. Bedouin and Muslim women are compared here. more...
Muslim Reaction to Obama Inauguration Call
Obama's victory of hope, determination, and sheer hard work is expected to spark a new beginning in the Muslim world, reminding Muslims change will come from within. more...
By: Abigail Adams
On December 27th 2008 Israeli Defense Forces launched Operation Cast Lead. Israel ignored international calls for a cease-fire until its operation was complete. more...
United Nations and Arab League Must Bow Out
In the spirit of popular will brought about by Barack Obama, the United Nations and the League of Arab States are called upon to adopt a new mantra: "No We Can't". more...
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