Category Archives: Palestine

The Arab-Israeli conflict is stuck in a dangerous stalemate

I wrote this piece few days ago and it is published today in  The Telegraph I think the upheaval in Syria and the attack in Bulgaria reinforce my argument. So please read and let me know what do you think. Throughout … Continue reading

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The Palestinians,Arafat,and Al-Jazeera

  Today the Arabic news channel Al-Jazeera broadcast a program about the death of the Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat. The program claimed that in- depth investigation reveals high levels of radioactive polonium were found in Arafat’s personal belongings eight years … Continue reading

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The Palestinian UN bid: Abbas and the Domestic Front

Yesterday, President Mahmoud Abbas formally declared his intention to seek full membership for the Palestinian state in the United Nation. His decision raised more than a few eyebrows, as many did not expect him to defy the Obama administration who have … Continue reading

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