Al Azhar University: The Strong Third Force in Egypt
COMMON GROUND NEWS: There is much discussion about the Muslim Brotherhood and Salafists but there is another significant power in Egypt
‘Stereotype Killer’: Muslim Men Speak About Lives
NADIA MOHAMMAD, CGNEWS: Everyone seems to have an opinion on who and what Muslim men are. Time to ask the men themselves
One Day On the Beach: Is It Good Enough?
FRANZISKA KABELITZ, CGNEWS: In a controversial programme young Palestinian children are invited to spend one day on Israeli beaches.
Egyptian Women ‘Fighting Hard’ For Rights
RANDA EL TAHAWY, CGNEWS: Women across the political spectrum in Egypt are refusing to be sidelined or misrepresented.
Movie Shows How Islamic Art Changed The World
NAAZISH YARKHAN, CGNEWS: A newly released documentary gives a compelling overview of Islamic art’s effect on the wider world.
Taking a Stand: Lebanon Says No to Violence
CG NEWS, RITA CHEMALY: Lebanese civil society activists are condemning the spread of sectarian violence through Facebook, Twitter and blogs
Arab Israeli National Service Volunteers on the Rise
RUTH EGLASH: The discussion over national civilian service provides an insight into the relationship between Arab citizens of Israel and the state.
‘Welcome Indeed?’: ‘Huge Growth’ In Muslim Refugees
FAHAD FARUQI: The Arab Spring is just one of the many events that has led to a massive growth in refugees throughout the Islamic world.
A Muslim and Jew ‘Navigate the Tectonic Plates’
COMMON GROUND NEWS: Two individuals confronted their own prejudices in a bid to help others from their side do the same.
Muslims and Jews: Confronting Hatred Together
HABEEB ALLI, CGNEWS: Jewish and Islamic students have joined together to compare instances of violence againsts their communities.
What Has Peres Done to Merit Medal of Freedom?
MIKO PELED, MONDOWEISS: When it comes to Shimon Peres there’s a great struggle to see how he has advanced freedom in the Middle East in any way.
‘Gender Parity’: Major Strides Being Made in Algeria
N. HAFID, CGNEWS: Women now make up almost a third of deputies to the Algerian parliament, up from 8 percent five years ago.
‘Power Vacuum’ At Heart of Troubles in Libya
LINDSEY HILSUM, INFORMED COMMENT: It’s the absence of true democracy that has resulted in the myriad problems that Libya’s facing
‘Soft on Israel? No, I’m Hard on Compassion’
ZIAD ASALI, CGNEWS: I know all about the Nakba – it’s the defining event of my existence. But we shouldn’t be hostages to our history
Saudi’s Friendship Office: A Bridge to the West
CARYLE MURPHY, CGNEWS: There are tens of Middle Eastern or Islamic Studies programmes in Western universities. There is little reciprocity, though
Hunger Strikes: The Tool of Resistance in Middle East
MANAR AMMAR, CGNEWS: Inspired by their Palestinian brothers protestors in Egypt and around the Arab world are adopting the hunger strike
New Initiative ‘Vital Enabler’ for Mideast Trade Links
KIM WYON-SERGEANT, CGNEWS: A new EU project, CUSTOM MED, has just been launched and promises much for business within the region.
Is Turkey Really the Right Model for Egypt?
MUSTAFA ANDELHALIM, CGNEWS: Egypt is creating its own narrative. There are lessons to be learned from Turkey but it’s not a complete solution
Hunger Strike Success: Victory for Non-Violence
DAWOUD ABU LEDDEH, CGNEWS: The recent hunger strike by Palestinian prisoners marked a sea-change in opposition to occupation.
Commemorating Both Sides: A Difficult Choice
EINAT LEVY, CGNEWS: A ceremony that celebrates the sanctity of life rather than death leaves one feeling strengthened rather than fearful
