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Arab Islamic American summit with promote anti-Terror fight

Posted on May 21, 2017October 13, 2018 By rayhanania No Comments on Arab Islamic American summit with promote anti-Terror fight

Saudi Foreign Minister Says Arab Islamic American Summit Will Promote Partnership to Fight Terrorism Saudi Foreign Minister Adel bin Ahmed Al-Jubeir and U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson said that the Arab Islamic American Summit, held today in Riyadh, was an important step in building an effective partnership to combat terrorism, promote positive dialogue and counter…

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Saudis urge stronger US partnership to fight terrorism

Posted on May 21, 2017September 25, 2018 By rayhanania No Comments on Saudis urge stronger US partnership to fight terrorism
Saudis urge stronger US partnership to fight terrorism

Saudi King Urges Stronger Partnership with the US to Fight Terrorism Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz today urged Arab nations to promote a genuine partnership with the United States of America and fight “the forces of evil and extremism” together. He made the remarks at the historic Arab Islamic American…

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Trump urges Arab world to fight terrorism harder

Posted on May 21, 2017May 23, 2017 By rayhanania No Comments on Trump urges Arab world to fight terrorism harder

Trump urges Arab world to fight terrorism harder President Trump vows to work closely with Arab and Muslim nations, denounces Hezbollah, Iran and Syria as terrorist organizations, and promises to support the Arab World’s fight against religious extremism in a speech to a summit of Arab and Muslim leaders in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia By Ray…

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A Look Back at the U.S.-Saudi Friendship

Posted on May 21, 2017May 21, 2017 By rayhanania No Comments on A Look Back at the U.S.-Saudi Friendship

A Look Back at the U.S.-Saudi Friendship Saudi Arabia is President Donald J. Trump’s first stop on his first international trip as the leader of the United States, a fact that highlights the importance he attributes to the U.S.-Saudi relationship. President Trump’s meeting with King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud on May 20 makes him…

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Trump signs $110 billion arms deal with Saudis

Posted on May 21, 2017May 21, 2017 By rayhanania No Comments on Trump signs $110 billion arms deal with Saudis

Trump signs $110 billion arms deal with Saudis By Ray Hanania President Donald J. Trump met with the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abd al-Aziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia, Crown Prince Mohamed bin Nayef of Saudi Arabia, and Deputy Crown Prince Mohamed bin Salman of Saudi Arabia at the beginning…

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Palestinians injured in protests supporting hunger strikers

Posted on May 19, 2017May 23, 2017 By rayhanania No Comments on Palestinians injured in protests supporting hunger strikers

Palestinians injured in protests supporting hunger strikers Story from Maan News Agency: Palestinians protest across the occupied territories in the West Bank, occupied Jerusalem and the Gaza Strip in support of Palestinian hunger strikers in Israel’s prison gulag system. The day of solidarity was marked by violence by Israeli soldiers firing on civilian protestors Photos…

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Ahmad Hasaballah, Arab World, Bloggers, Commentary, Israel, Palestine & Jordan

We Americans on a Mission from God with a Message @POTUS Trump: How to MAGA

Posted on May 19, 2017September 25, 2018 By USS_Liberty Info No Comments on We Americans on a Mission from God with a Message @POTUS Trump: How to MAGA

Establish every June 8 to be known as USS Liberty Remembrance Day We Americans submit the following way for POTUS Trump to earn RESPECT as an American for LIBERTY By Eileen Fleming Ten years after beginning my mission from God in support of the USS LIBERTY a nationwide grass roots movement has rooted dedicated to…

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Boim murder was tragic, but Corrie murder is even worse

Posted on May 17, 2017May 17, 2017 By rayhanania No Comments on Boim murder was tragic, but Corrie murder is even worse
Boim murder was tragic, but Corrie murder is even worse

Boim murder was tragic, but Corrie murder is even worse David Boim and Rachel Corrie were born only months apart, but their cases couldn’t be more distinct when it comes to the issues of justice, fairness and righteousness. Boim, a 17 year old with dual American and Israeli citizenship, was killed by Hamas militants in 1996 as he…

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Trump: no president has been treated worse than me

Posted on May 17, 2017 By rayhanania No Comments on Trump: no president has been treated worse than me

Trump: no president has been treated worse than me Remarks by President Trump at United States Coast Guard Academy Commencement Ceremony Coast Guard Academy, New London, Connecticut ====================== “Look at the way I’ve been treated lately — (laughter) — especially by the media.  No politician in history — and I say this with great surety — has…

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Trump throws media, Israel into badly needed disarray

Posted on May 17, 2017May 17, 2017 By rayhanania No Comments on Trump throws media, Israel into badly needed disarray

Trump throws media, Israel into badly needed disarray President Donald Trump is unpredictable and that might actually benefit two important goals. The first is to thwart the stranglehold Israel has on American foreign policy, blocking peace with the Palestinians. The second is more important, to confront the mainstream news media which fuels the flames of racism and…

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Red Cross urges support for Yemeni detainees

Posted on May 16, 2017May 16, 2017 By rayhanania No Comments on Red Cross urges support for Yemeni detainees

Red Cross urges support for Yemeni detainees ICRC says that Yemen government must grant access for families and lawyers to detainees held in Yemeni prisons, calling it a humanitarian necessity The suffering of thousands of families who have had no contact with relatives detained in relation to the conflict in Yemen must end, the International Committee…

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Photos of Gaza fisherman murdered by Israel

Posted on May 16, 2017May 23, 2017 By Ahmad Hasaballah No Comments on Photos of Gaza fisherman murdered by Israel

Photos of Gaza fisherman murdered by Israel By Ahmad Hasaballah Photographs of of the Martyr’s funeral of fisherman Mohamed Majid Bakr, who was killed Monday May 15, 2017 on Nakba Day by the Israeli occupation while he was working in the waters off of Gaza City. All photos copyright May 16, 2017 © Ahmad Hasaballah. Bakr was only…

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Patriot Poets and USS LIBERTY Remembrance Day 2017

Posted on May 16, 2017September 25, 2018 By USS_Liberty Info No Comments on Patriot Poets and USS LIBERTY Remembrance Day 2017

A patriot used to be someone who loved their homeland but did NOT support their government blindly In the era of Trump patriotism has become Nationalism A nationalist blindly follows ‘the leader’ because he lacks his own ability to think and reason By Eileen Fleming The World needs American patriots who will act in the best…

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American Arab Professionals recognize GM’s diversity efforts

Posted on May 16, 2017May 16, 2017 By rayhanania No Comments on American Arab Professionals recognize GM’s diversity efforts

American Arab Professionals recognize GM’s diversity efforts The American Arab Professionals Network (AAPN) is recognizing General Motors with its Champion of Diversity Award for its 2017 diversity and inclusion efforts. The award recognizes companies excelling above and beyond supporting diversity and inclusion within the workplace. “This award is really important as it further identifies GM…

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St. Jude receives Ellis Island Medal of Honor

Posted on May 15, 2017September 25, 2018 By rayhanania No Comments on St. Jude receives Ellis Island Medal of Honor

St. Jude receives Ellis Island Medal of Honor ALSAC/St. Jude President and CEO Richard Shadyac Jr. receives prestigious 2017 Ellis Island Medal of Honor for embracing American ideals of patriotism, tolerance, brotherhood and diversity Honored among top philanthropists, government and business leaders for his lifetime of service to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital® and the global…

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American Arabs, News, Press Releases

Middle East Human Rights Film Fest June 9-18

Posted on May 15, 2017May 15, 2017 By rayhanania No Comments on Middle East Human Rights Film Fest June 9-18

Middle East Human Rights Film Fest June 9-18 THE 2017 HUMAN RIGHTS WATCH FILM FESTIVAL, Co-presented by the Film Society of Lincoln Center and IFC Center, June 9-18, 2017. 21 Films & Discussions Showcase Courageous Activists During Challenging Times New York, May 9, 2017 – The Human Rights Watch Film Festival will be presented June 9-18, 2017 with 21…

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Activism, American Arabs, Features, Movies, News, Press Releases

Palestinians commemorate Nakba Day

Posted on May 15, 2017May 15, 2017 By rayhanania 1 Comment on Palestinians commemorate Nakba Day

Palestinians commemorate Nakba Day Palestinians around the world are commemorating Nakba Day, the day in which Israel and the United Nations committed the Palestinian people to a homeless diaspora and struggle against increasing Israeli violence and racist persecution of their rights. Palestine Solidarity Campaign is presenting a week of events to commemorate and honor Palestinian…

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American Arabs, Bloggers, Commentary, Editors Picks, Events, Guest Columnist, Israel, Middle East, Palestine & Jordan

Bibi Khadija’s leadership is the need of the day for Muslims

Posted on May 14, 2017May 15, 2017 By Mike Ghouse No Comments on Bibi Khadija’s leadership is the need of the day for Muslims

Where are the likes of Bibi Khadija, Muhammad (pbuh) and the righteous ones? By Mike Ghouse One of the many ways to pull ourselves (American Muslims) up by our bootstraps is to look at our own history and revive on the model created by Bibi Khadija, Prophet Muhammad and the righteous leaders.  Unless we make…

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