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State Department refuses to acknowledge Israeli killings of Palestinians

Posted on October 10, 2023October 11, 2023 By rayhanania No Comments on State Department refuses to acknowledge Israeli killings of Palestinians
State Department refuses to acknowledge Israeli killings of Palestinians

State Department refuses to acknowledge Israeli killings of Palestinians By Ray Hanania The U.S. State Department hosted a press conference with reporters to reiterate President Biden’s total an unwavering support for Israel and it’s “right” to respond to terrorist attacks. State Department Spokesman Matthew Miller answered all questions regarding Israel’s “right” to attack Palestinians in…

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Join protests around country against Israeli terrorism and US media and political hypocrisy

Posted on October 9, 2023October 9, 2023 By rayhanania No Comments on Join protests around country against Israeli terrorism and US media and political hypocrisy
Join protests around country against Israeli terrorism and US media and political hypocrisy

Join protests around country against Israeli terrorism and US media and political hypocrisy Add a protest near you to our national listing. Listings provided by the Answer Coalition. Upcoming demonstrations Cleveland, OH Monday, October 9 5:30 p.m. Market Square on Lorain & W 25th Sponsored by: Party For Socialism and Liberation – Northeast Ohio, The Palestinian…

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Arab Americans fight back against biased media coverage of Israel-Palestine violence

Posted on October 8, 2023October 8, 2023 By rayhanania 1 Comment on Arab Americans fight back against biased media coverage of Israel-Palestine violence
Arab Americans fight back against biased media coverage of Israel-Palestine violence

Arab Americans fight back against biased media coverage of Israel-Palestine violence Ongoing protests against the biased, one-sided coverage of the violence between Israeli and Palestinians. The violence from Gaza was provoked by years of violence by Israel and Jewish settler terrorists without any response from the outside world that has taken thousands of innocent Palestinian…

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A Reason for Hope: Join Combatants for Peace in a Tour of Israel and Palestine Jan. 24 to Feb 3

Posted on October 6, 2023October 6, 2023 By rayhanania 1 Comment on A Reason for Hope: Join Combatants for Peace in a Tour of Israel and Palestine Jan. 24 to Feb 3
A Reason for Hope: Join Combatants for Peace in a Tour of Israel and Palestine Jan. 24 to Feb 3

A Reason for Hope: Join Combatants for Peace in a Tour of Israel and Palestine Jan. 24 to Feb 3 Over the last month, Combatants for Peace activists have been out in the field partnering for a future of freedom. Our Palestinian and Israeli women’s group recently raised their voices against the imprisonment of minors,…

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CAIR-Chicago Condemns Student Quran Burning in Naperville, Exposes RSS Hindutva Connection  

Posted on October 6, 2023October 6, 2023 By rayhanania No Comments on CAIR-Chicago Condemns Student Quran Burning in Naperville, Exposes RSS Hindutva Connection  
CAIR-Chicago Condemns Student Quran Burning in Naperville, Exposes RSS Hindutva Connection  

CAIR-Chicago Condemns Student Quran Burning in Naperville, Exposes RSS Hindutva Connection  The Chicago chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-Chicago) today condemned a reported Quran-burning incident by a student in Naperville, Illinois, and warned of a troubling connection to the Islamophobic and extremist RSS Hindutva movement that has been internationally-condemned for its anti-minority ideology…

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Israeli leader orders police to use live ammunition against Christian and Muslim Palestinian protestors

Posted on October 6, 2023October 6, 2023 By rayhanania No Comments on Israeli leader orders police to use live ammunition against Christian and Muslim Palestinian protestors

Israeli leader orders police to use live ammunition against Christian and Muslim Palestinian protestors Itamar Ben Gvir confirms His Ministry Plans to Authorize Police Use of Live Ammunition Against Palestinian Protesters. In an interview following a report on Israeli TV channel “KAN 11”, the minister explained the move is intended to address scenarios of mass…

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Iran warns Arab nations against normalizing relations with Israel

Posted on October 4, 2023October 4, 2023 By rayhanania 1 Comment on Iran warns Arab nations against normalizing relations with Israel
Iran warns Arab nations against normalizing relations with Israel

Iran warns Arab nations against normalizing relations with Israel (MENAFN) In a recent statement, Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei issued a stark warning to Arab nations, cautioning them against normalizing relations with Israel. Khamenei’s prediction, delivered via Iranian state media, is that the Jewish state will ultimately face eradication. Khamenei expressed the Islamic Republic’s…

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‘We Can’t Stop Now’: Sami Scheetz Announces Re-Election Bid for Iowa House District 78

Posted on September 27, 2023September 27, 2023 By rayhanania No Comments on ‘We Can’t Stop Now’: Sami Scheetz Announces Re-Election Bid for Iowa House District 78
‘We Can’t Stop Now’: Sami Scheetz Announces Re-Election Bid for Iowa House District 78

‘We Can’t Stop Now’: Sami Scheetz Announces Re-Election Bid for Iowa House District 78 State Representative Sami Scheetz (D-Linn County) announced his re-election campaign to the Iowa House of Representatives on Tuesday.  “I ran to serve Cedar Rapids because we deserve a voice in Des Moines who puts our needs first,” said Rep. Scheetz. “Over…

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American Middle East organizations protest against granting Israel Visa Waiver approval

Posted on September 27, 2023September 27, 2023 By rayhanania No Comments on American Middle East organizations protest against granting Israel Visa Waiver approval
American Middle East organizations protest against granting Israel Visa Waiver approval

American Middle East organizations protest against granting Israel Visa Waiver approval Civil society organizations representing tens of thousands of Palestinian Americans, Arab Americans, Muslim Americans, and allied communities are expressing deep concern and outrage regarding the United States’ decision to admit Israel into the U.S. Visa Waiver Program (VWP) despite Israel not fully meeting the…

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Alderman Lopez helped the Arab Community, now the Arab community should help Ald. Lopez

Posted on September 27, 2023September 27, 2023 By rayhanania No Comments on Alderman Lopez helped the Arab Community, now the Arab community should help Ald. Lopez
Alderman Lopez helped the Arab Community, now the Arab community should help Ald. Lopez

Alderman Lopez helped the Arab Community, now the Arab community should help Ald. Lopez By Ray Hanania When Arab American businesses needed help to fight against the racism of Mayor Lori Lightfoot and the Chicago Building Department which targeted Arab-owned businesses, Alderman Raymond Lopez of the 15th Ward didn’t hesitate to stand up and speak…

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The RSF mutiny’s resonance in Sudan: Understanding some of its impacts on regional and global dynamics

Posted on September 23, 2023September 23, 2023 By News Editor News Editor No Comments on The RSF mutiny’s resonance in Sudan: Understanding some of its impacts on regional and global dynamics
The RSF mutiny’s resonance in Sudan: Understanding some of its impacts on regional and global dynamics

The RSF mutiny’s resonance in Sudan: Understanding some of its impacts on regional and global dynamics By Ali Mohamed Ahmed Osman As the third-largest country in Africa by land mass, Sudan shares borders with seven countries in an unstable region. The current crisis in Sudan is bound to have a significant impact on the economic,…

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Ziyad Brothers congratulates brewers of Bavaria non-alcoholic beer for receiving international award

Posted on September 22, 2023September 22, 2023 By rayhanania 1 Comment on Ziyad Brothers congratulates brewers of Bavaria non-alcoholic beer for receiving international award
Ziyad Brothers congratulates brewers of Bavaria non-alcoholic beer for receiving international award

Ziyad Brothers congratulates brewers of Bavaria non-alcoholic beer for receiving international award Cicero, IL — Swinkels Family Brewers won the “Sustainable Brewery of the Year” award at the Icons of Beer 2023 competition organized by the World Beer Awards, an international organization that also annually rates the best beers. The award was immediately hailed by…

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Civil Society Organizations to the Israeli Supreme Court: Cancel the Racist Admissions Committees Law

Posted on September 22, 2023September 22, 2023 By rayhanania 1 Comment on Civil Society Organizations to the Israeli Supreme Court: Cancel the Racist Admissions Committees Law
Civil Society Organizations to the Israeli Supreme Court: Cancel the Racist Admissions Committees Law

Civil Society Organizations to the Israeli Supreme Court: Cancel the Racist Admissions Committees Law A petition by Adalah on behalf of nine organizations argues that a recent amendment to the law, aimed at ‘strengthening Jewish settlement,’ underscores its discriminatory purpose towards Palestinian citizens and will harm marginalized communities. 21 September 2023 Today, 21 September 2023,…

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CAIR Announces Lawsuit in D.C., Mass., N.J., Mich. Seeking End to Secret Government Watchlist

Posted on September 19, 2023September 19, 2023 By rayhanania No Comments on CAIR Announces Lawsuit in D.C., Mass., N.J., Mich. Seeking End to Secret Government Watchlist
CAIR Announces Lawsuit in D.C., Mass., N.J., Mich. Seeking End to Secret Government Watchlist

CAIR Announces Lawsuit in D.C., Mass., N.J., Mich. Seeking End to Secret Government Watchlist The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), the nation’s largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, announced Tuesday (Sept. 19, 2023) the filing of a lawsuit with a dozen plaintiffs seeking an end to the government’s secret watchlist that almost exclusively targets…

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AHRC’s Announces its 2023 “Spirit of Humanity” Gala Awardees

Posted on September 18, 2023 By rayhanania No Comments on AHRC’s Announces its 2023 “Spirit of Humanity” Gala Awardees
AHRC’s Announces its 2023 “Spirit of Humanity” Gala Awardees

AHRC’s Announces its 2023 “Spirit of Humanity” Gala Awardees The American Human Rights Council (AHRC-USA) is pleased to announce its 2023 “Spirit of Humanity” Awards & Dinner Gala Awardees. The awards and recognitions will be presented at the Gala on Friday, October 20, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. at the Fairlane Banquet, located at 700 Town…

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Disrespecting the memory of the 2,977 murdered victims of Sept. 11, 2001 by fueling a hatred of Arabs and Muslims

Posted on September 11, 2023September 11, 2023 By rayhanania No Comments on Disrespecting the memory of the 2,977 murdered victims of Sept. 11, 2001 by fueling a hatred of Arabs and Muslims

Disrespecting the memory of the 2,977 murdered victims of Sept. 11, 2001 by fueling a hatred of Arabs and Muslims By Ray Hanania The terrorism of Sept. 11, 2001 was a horrific event that took the lives of nearly 3,000 Americans, mostly civilians who were not involved in any conflict, an act of horrific violence…

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Factors Stalling the Peace Process in Sudan

Posted on August 28, 2023August 28, 2023 By News Editor News Editor No Comments on Factors Stalling the Peace Process in Sudan
Factors Stalling the Peace Process in Sudan

Factors Stalling the Peace Process in Sudan By Magdi A. Mofadal Sudan’s partners are sounding the alarm over the deteriorating humanitarian situation in the country, particularly in Darfur.  The crisis that emerged from the foiled coup d’état staged by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF, and turned into rebellion, passed its fourth month. Observers are raising…

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Arab Americans and other minorities will suffer if automakers eliminate AM radio

Posted on August 28, 2023August 28, 2023 By rayhanania No Comments on Arab Americans and other minorities will suffer if automakers eliminate AM radio

Arab Americans and other minorities will suffer if automakers eliminate AM radio By Ray Hanania Auto dealers are slowly but steadily removing the AM Radio band from their new vehicles mainly because of radio interference they claim is being caused by the electromagnetic interference from their new electric vehicles. The auto industry could adjust the…

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