Arab America

Jan 15, 2025 | arabamerica.com | Arab America

Arab America Foundation Launches 20 Under 20 for 2025Washington DC (Wednesday, January 15, 2025): The Arab America Foundation announced today that nominations are open for 20 Under 20 (Class of 2025), and applications are now being accepted until Sunday, February 23, 2025. 20 Under 20 is a celebration of accomplished young Arab Americans.

Jan 1, 2025 | arabamerica.com | Arab America

Hegemony is Not the Answer to Israel’s National SecurityBy: Ghassan Rubeiz / Arab America Contributing WriterRegardless of how technologically advanced Israel has become, it will not be able to act as the superpower of the Middle East. And no matter how long the United States taxpayer can support Israel’s military adventures, the Zionist state cannot forever sustain its appetite for annexing Palestinian territory and capturing neighboring Arab land.

Dec 30, 2024 | arabamerica.com | Arab America

Arab America Foundation 2024 Recap: Empowering Arab Americans Across the NationIn 2024, the Arab America Foundation (AAF) continued its mission to promote Arab heritage, educate Americans, and connect and unite communities through impactful initiatives and events. From recognizing rising leaders to celebrating National Arab American Heritage Month and hosting the CONNECT Arab America: Empowerment Summit, AAF’s efforts have left an indelible mark on the Arab American community.

Dec 25, 2024 | arabamerica.com | Arab America

New Syria Deserves External Support to Advance ReformBy: Ghassan Rubeiz / Arab America Contributing WriterIn Syria, the mood has been cautiously optimistic since the fall of Assad last week. The uprising has been peaceful; the new leaders have been cooperating with the old regime’s technocrats to ensure continuity of public services; they are showing flexibility and no longer seem interested in achieving progress through the use of force.

Dec 18, 2024 | arabamerica.com | Arab America

Threats to Syrian Unity from the Inside and the OutsideBy: Ghassan Rubeiz / Arab America Contributing WriterThe critical weeks after the fall of Assad’s regime may shape decades of history for Syria and its neighbors. Unfortunately, shaken by the pace and implications of change, the regional and international powers are reaching for short-sighted and self-serving solutions. In the long term, though, regional and international cooperation could lead to a better future for Syria and the Middle East.