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Items by Hassan Rahmeh
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Ghassan Kanafani's 'Letter from Gaza': A timeless testament of resistance amidst war
“No, my friend, I have changed my mind. I won’t follow you to ‘the land where there is greenery, water and lovely faces.’ No, I’ll stay here, and I won’t ever leave.” With these resolute words, Ghassan Kanafani immortalizes a moment of profound choice, where the soul is torn...
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Lebanon’s luminary of the French language: Amin Maalouf to head the Académie Française
The revered Académie Française, an institution with a rich history that spans nearly four centuries and stands as a staunch protector of the French language, has announced its new head. Amin Maalouf, the Lebanese-born French author renowned for his vast contribution to literature, has been elected as the academy’s...
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Fadwa Tuqan was the fearless voice of Palestine in times of strife
Fadwa Tuqan wasn’t just a poet; she was an emblem of resistance, the embodiment of rebellion against not just one, but multiple constricting forces. Born in 1917 in the shimmering sands of Nablus, her poetic voice arose resounding with both grace and grit. Diving into the annals of her publications...
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Remembrance of Beirut's deadly blast overshadowed by inaction
The annual commemoration of the Beirut blast has now become a symbol of something else: an outpouring of grief and emotion, accompanied by a staggering lack of action in identifying those responsible. Though the memory of the blast remains vivid, the pursuit of justice seems to have been forgotten. Like...
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The vicious cycle in Lebanon’s tax culture
On the brink of socio-economic collapse, Lebanon finds itself caught in a relentless and unforgiving cycle that threatens its very foundation. The heart of this vexing challenge lies in a vicious loop where the government struggles with providing essential services, while citizens withhold their tax payments demanding more in...