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Lebanese Protests Target Failing Political System
Deteriorating services just one aspect of failure of politics leading to massive Lebanese protests
Amid Numerous Crises, Syrian Civil War Continuing
As the Syrian Civil War continues into its 4th year of conflict, the United Nation’s Syrian envoy met with rebel opposition leaders for the first time since the beginning of the conflict
Three Long Years and Counting…
It’s crazy out there! Three years later, there are some things to be hopeful about, but it is a double edged sword. I guess the real trick is staying positive in the face of so much negativity.
Celebrating Malala’s Birthday With New School For Syrians
Children of Syrian refugees have own reasons for celebrating Malala’s birthday after founding of new school
408 Days Without Lebanese President is New Record
Amid chaos of Syrian war next door, absence of sitting Lebanese President feeds instability at home
Creating Children’s Artwork in Saddam’s Kurdistan Prison
Refugees from Syria’s conflict help children paint their life inside Saddam’s Kurdistan Prison
Lebanon Street Art Takes Advantage of Rich Traditions
Combining Arab calligraphy with graffiti has brought new life to Beirut, Lebanon street art works
Kurdish Peace Process Boosted Following Turkey Vote
Rebalanced politics of Turkey to be boon to long-running Kurdish peace process in regional benefit
Can Turkish Vote Save Country From Itself?
Nation’s hopes are pinned on contentious Turkish vote that could alter region and the world beyond