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Crises in Gaza

The recent upsurge in hostilities between Hamas and Israel has precipitated yet another cycle of devastation and human distress for the inhabitants of Gaza. Fanack was established with the purpose of delivering comprehensive analysis to aid in resolving the persistent conflict. In this section, we present a selection of some of our recent and past articles pertaining to this issue.

Palestinian-Israeli Conflict

Fanack's Palestinian-Israeli Conflict file thoroughly documents the conflict, delving deeply into this enduring struggle to offer a comprehensive overview of its origins and its lasting repercussions on the Middle East and North Africa.

Editors' Picks

From the October War of 1973 to the Oslo Accords (1973 – 1990)

The incursion by Hamas militants into Israel is often compared to the 1973 October War, or Yom Kippur War, when Egypt and Syria undertook a surprise attack on Israel.

The Israeli Occupation of Palestine – Human Rights Violations

The Israeli occupation of Palestine, including the blockade of Gaza, has forced Palestinians into armed resistance. Get an insight into all human rights violations here.

Kahane Movement: Origins and Influence on Israeli Politics

While Palestinian militants are portrayed as “terrorists” in the mainstream media, Jewish terrorists, influenced by the Kahane movement, are often not. This Jewish extremist movement increasingly influenced Israeli politics.

Politics

Suwaida Protests Give Syrian Opposition Renewed Hope

Gulf Reconciliation Efforts Threatened by Border Disputes

Since 2022, the Gulf region has witnessed significant developments leading to the end of …

Niger’s Coup and Arab Interests

Ethnic and racial considerations are integral to understanding the Arab perspective on the …

Daraa: Addiction, Assassination and Displacement

The Syrian Regime: Jeddah’s Spring and Syria’s Hot Summer

Syria’s return to the Arab League was a bona fide gesture by the Arab group towards the …

EU and Egyptian Migration Policies Exacerbate Humanitarian Crisis in Sudan

Egypt has restricted cross-border movement are part of a broader trend in the …

Culture

Arab Zajal Struggles to Remain …

The art of zajal is experiencing a significant decline in the Arab Levant region, prompting concerns about its potential extinction. Once an integral component of the region’s identity, heritage and civilization for many centuries, zajal's waning …

Iraqi Maqams: Musical Heritage Steeped in Sorrow

Palestinian Folk Songs: Vital in Preserving Palestinian Identity

Khaznawi-Naqshbandi Sufism in Syria: Between Rejection and Growth

Economy

Arab Financial Cooperatives: Great Opportunities Lost

Throughout the Arab countries, a robust cooperative movement has thrived, dating back to the early 20th century in countries such as Lebanon, Syria, Egypt, Tunisia and Jordan, …

Economy of Qatar

Arab Trade Syndicate Movement: The Rise and Fall

The U.S.-Iran Deal: A Convergence of Interests

Religion

Syria’s Murshidis: Fair Treatment and Accusations of Heresy

Over time, the Murshidis developed unique religious practices, rituals and holidays that contributed to the religious diversity of Syrian society. However, they also faced …

Arab Alawites in Turkey: History, Traditions and Dependency

Tribalism in Iraqi Politics: Between Nationalism and the Sect

Eid Al-Adha: Special Rituals and Traditions

Society

Dinka People: Mythic Life in Sudan

The Dinka people are the most prominent ethnic group inhabiting the southern regions of Sudan and the independent nation of South Sudan.

Circassians of Syria: A History of Migration

Libyan Women: History, Law and Violence

Sudan’s Tribal Tensions: Uncertain Future

Climate Action

Iraq: Drought Threatens Marshes

Forewarnings of drought in Iraq are alarming. Predictions indicate that its rivers may run dry entirely by 2040. On a visit to Iraq in March 2022, UN Secretary-General …

MENA Seas: New Species Harbor New Reality

Suez Canal’s Revenues, Relevance Boosted by Global Developments

Iran-Taliban Border Dispute Exacerbated by Climate Change

Fanack Water

Conservation of Oasis Ecosystems in the MENA Region under Water Stress

‘From satellites to sandbags’ Investing in a Cooperative Future at the UN Water Conference

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