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Opinion: Behind the Israeli Wall: A Lesson in Reality
By Ramzy Baroud |
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Writers often romanticize their subjects. At times they even manipulate their readers. A book - or any piece of writing for that matter – is meant to provide a sense of completion. Sociological explanations are offered to offset the confusion caused by apparent inconsistency in human behaviour. At times a reader is asked to take a stance, or choose sides.
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Opinion: On Mosquitoes and Other Enemies of Summer
By Sami Zaptia |
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With the continuing heat, one of the most dangerous adversaries of humans is on the rise. They're not the scorpions nor are they the snakes that one might expect to counter in the Jebel area. This enemy is invisible, and its presence is unnoticed until the skin piercing sting is felt.
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Opinion: Rebranding Iraq: Playing with Numbers and Human Lives
By Ramzy Baroud |
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The soldiers of the US 4th Stryker Brigade, 2nd Infantry Division hollered as they made their way into Kuwait. “We won,” they claimed. “It’s over.” But what exactly did they win? And is the war really over?
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Opinion: Ramadan observations, from my first Ramadan in the Libyan Arab Jamahiriya
By YusraTekbali |
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I'm having a Green Ramadan this year. Up until this year, it's always been red, white, and blue. So naturally, I've made a few observations. Let's begin by reminding ourselves that Ramadan is a time of reflection and renewal. A time to purify one's self and reconnect with their Creator.
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Opinion: Iraq War was Illegal, It's Increased Terror Threat
By Sami Zaptia |
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In the end of July and in early August there was increased analyses and debate regarding the Iraq and Afghanistan wars prompted by numerous new developments. At the end of July two prominent personalities linked with the Iraq War gave key evidence to the UK Iraq Inquiry held in London.
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Opinion: In reply to Yusra Tekbali
By Zainab Al-Arabi |
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In an article published in the Tripoli Post, Yusra Tekbali, a Libyan-American journalist based in Tucson Arizona wrote about her visit to her homeland- Libya. She praised the efforts of the Libyan government and the National Youth Council in connecting Libyans living abroad with their ancestral land.
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Opinion: A time to pause and reflect
By Zainab Al-Arabi |
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The month of Ramadan brings with it a sense of purpose –that is not always fulfilled- for every fasting person. To be more pious, more charitable; to be kinder and have more patience.
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Opinion: Bourj el-Barajneh: Searching for Meaning in a Refugee Camp
By Ramzy Baroud – Beirut, Lebanon |
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Two young girls stood, as if frozen, starting below them at an ever vibrant Beirut. Their balcony, like the rest of their house and most of their refugee camp was of an indistinct color. It was dirty, as were their clothes. They, on the other hand, looked beautiful and bright, although their future didn’t.
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Opinion: "An Unbelievable Journey to Haiti”
By Akbar Muhammad |
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Not long ago, I was asked by a Haitian brother "why is it that with all of your travels, you have never visited Haiti?" I explained that it was largely due to how Haiti was positioned in the media. The media can do some good but the media can also damage how you view situations, circumstances and individuals. Based on the way Haiti was portrayed by the media, I never had the desire to visit.
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Opinion: Why Do You Want to Slow Me Down?
By Khadija M. Ali |
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Driving in Tripoli gets more agonizing and stressful day by day despite the numerous traffic light signals and traffic police.
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Opinion: The Struggle for Southern Sudan
B. Y. Muhammad Reports |
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Southern Sudan will hold an independence referendum on whether or not it should remain as a part of Sudan in January 2011.This is part of the 2005 Naivasha Agreement between the Khartoum central government and the Sudan People's Liberation Army/Movement (SPLA/M). A simultaneous referendum will be held in Abyei on whether to become part of Southern Sudan or not.
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Opinion: Smoke on a Bridge: Lebanon Awaits a Verdict
By Ramzy Baroud |
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Jamal is a Lebanese driver in his late 50’s. He appeared unshaven and terribly exhausted as he drove his old passenger van from the airport in Beirut to the Bekaa Valley. Although it was not a particularly arduous trip, it was made more grueling by the way Jamal drove, negotiating the elevation, the hectic traffic and the many army vehicles speeding by.
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Opinion: A New Strategy to Raise Awareness about Women’s Status
By Zainab Al-Arabi |
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Dr. Aishah Al-Qathafi announced last week that a national program (2010-2014) would be launched to raise awareness regarding the status of women in Libya. This program intends to promote the education of women where their legal rights are concerned. She also stated that as Libyan women make up 49% of society; this strategy was critically needed to elevate society’s views and treatment of women to advanced levels.
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Opinion: Employment: Foreign Companies, the Jebel, and Libyan Workers
By Zainab Al-Arabi |
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I often pass through areas in the outlying reaches of Gharian, where three construction sites of state housing are situated, and can't help wondering why there is such a huge difference between various projects.
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Opinion: Why Muslims Should Rethink Palestine
By Ramzy Baroud |
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Thousands of faithful assiduously listened as I outlined the challenges facing Palestine and its people. Cries of ‘Allahu Akbar’ - God is Great - occasionally resounded from a corner of the giant South African mosque. Many whimpered as I described the tragedy that had befallen Gaza as a result of the Israeli siege.
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