The last report was sponsored, like the rest, by the United Nations Development Program (UNDP)
By RAMZY BAROUD
When the first Arab Human Development Report (AHDR) was published in 2002, a star glistened in a vast, gloomy sky. The fact that a UN-sponsored report, authored by independent Arab scholars would receive so much attention in Arab media, was in itself a promising start. The fact that such terminology as human security, personal
Animosity and racism existed long before US foreign policy was the defining norm.
By RAMZY BAROUD
A Muslim writer begins an article with, 'who says the campaign for animal rights was started in the West ..' She goes on to argue that Islam provided the original treatise on the humane treatment of animals. Her case was poorly constructed, inadequately executed, although the essence of her idea was to a degree, accurate. Islam
Abbas represents a culture, and that culture is self-seeking, self-serving and utterly corrupt. (SIMA/File)
By RAMZY BAROUD
As Israeli bombs fell on the Gaza Strip during its one-sided war between December 27, 2008 and January 18, 2009, millions around the world took to the streets in complete and uncompromising outrage. The level of barbarity in that war, especially as it was conducted against a poor, defenseless and physically trapped nation, unit
The coup in Honduras helped highlight the new order in the continent.
By RAMZY BAROUD
Latin America stands at the threshold of a new era: one that promises a return to political uncertainty, violence and chaos or one of political stability and economic prosperity. Honduras is a crucial indicator.
The possible outcomes of the Honduran crisis are likely to define the coming era for Latin America and the US f
The charade was meant to distract from the nearly 600 page UN report, prepared by South Africa judge Richard Goldstone.
By RAMZY BAROUD
World events have taken an interesting turn recently, with the Goldstone report, which wreaked havoc in the beginning of the week being nearly completely overshadowed by Iran’s revelation of another nuclear facility, according to diplomats in Vienna on September 25.
Could it be that the 'era of impunity' is indeed over?
By RAMZY BAROUD
'We may be witnessing the beginning of the end of the era of impunity,' Nadia Hijab, a senior fellow at the Washington-based Institute for Palestine Studies, was quoted by IPS in response to the findings of a 574-page report by a four-member United Nations Fact finding mission. The mission, led by internationally-renowned forme
We should collectively abhor the rationalization of violence on the basis of vengeance.
By RAMZY BAROUD
The anniversary of the infamous tragedy of 9/11, 2001, and the subsequent ramifications indeed induce, throughout the world, a plethora of feelings of sorrow.
The 9/11 event should have never taken place. Regardless of the situation, targeting civilians is unconditionally reviled. No matter where we stand on war, and how
Indeed, the situation in Afghanistan requires a fresh approach. (AFP/Getty)
By RAMZY BAROUD
Left out of the options under consideration in "Obama's war" is the only one with any chance of success. Despite assurances to the contrary in Washington and a major policy speech in London, one need not quibble with the obvious fact that the situation is deteriorating beyond repair in Afghanistan. Although internatio
Israel capitalized on US 'pressure', to place counter pressure on the US to impose dilapidating sanctions on Iran.
By RAMZY BAROUD
The US has decided to be 'flexible' regarding its once touted call for a total Israeli freeze on the expansion of its occupied territories’ settlements, all illegal under international law.
A senior official spoke to reporters on condition of anonymity on August 27. “It was more important that the scope of a
Samar, 4, was supposedly one of the lucky ones on that day,
By RAMZY BAROUD
Gaza’s troubles have somehow been relegated, if not completely dropped from the mainstream media’s radar, and subsequently the world’s conscience and consciousness. Weaning the public from the sadness there conveys the false impression that things are improving and that people are starting to move on and rebui
The use of unmanned drones has been decried as so 'cruel as to be beyond the pale of human tolerance'.
By RAMZY BAROUD
With elections just around the corner in Afghanistan, it might be timely to reflect on the US engagement with that stricken nation and consider just how much foreign intervention has contributed to the prospect and possibility of free and democratic elections. More, it is fitting to consider what kind of example the US and its
Mahmoud Abbas presiding over the opening session of Fatah's general conference. (AP)
By RAMZY BAROUD
This is hardly the rational order of things. An overpowering military occupation was meant to be resisted by an equally determined, focused and unyielding national movement, hell-bent on liberation at any cost and by any means. This is the unwritten law that has governed and shielded successful national liberation projects thro
The message was, of course, neither about kites, nor about world records.
By RAMZY BAROUD
When seen from a distance, kites in Gaza may look quite ordinary. But while Gazan children, in many respects, are just children, their kites are hardly ordinary. Often adorned by the red, black, green and white of the Palestinian flag, Gazan children’s kites are expressions of defiance, hope and the longing for freedom. <
As US military option against Iran largely dissipates, Israel's frustration grow.
By RAMZY BAROUD
Israeli officials face a conundrum that may take more than military muscle-flexing to resolve: how to deal with Iran? The solution to this dilemma will require no less than sheer political genius.
It must be frustrating for Israeli policymakers and their friends and backers elsewhere to stand idle as Iran openly carries
Former Mayor of London Ken Livingstone hosts an exciting discussion on Ramzy Baroud's book: My Father Was a Freedom Fighter: Gaza's Untold Story. Watch: Part I, Part II, Part III
