“They shot my father in the head”: interview with survivor of Sabra and Shatila massacre

My story for Electronic Intifada on the Sabra and Shatila massacre.   On Sunday, the 30th anniversary of the Sabra and Shatila massacre was commemorated by people of different nationalities around the world. In Lebanon the commemoration was only observed by Palestinians living in refugee camps; Lebanese people were not concerned. The massacre carried out by the Phalange, a Christian Maronite militia acting in full cooperation with Israel, was among … Continue reading “They shot my father in the head”: interview with survivor of Sabra and Shatila massacre

Russell Tribunal on Palestine- NYC – Oct. 6-7, 2012

The Russell Tribunal on Palestine comes to New York. Alice Walker, Archbishop Desmond Tutu and others tell you why you should support this historical initiative. Register now!: http://www.russelltribunalonpalestine.com/en/sessions/future-sessions/register Follow us on twitter @RussellTribunal and like us on Facebook. Continue reading Russell Tribunal on Palestine- NYC – Oct. 6-7, 2012

Palestinians fleeing Syria denied help in Lebanon

My story for Electronic Intifada on the harsh circumstances for Palestinian refugees from Syria taking shelter in Lebanon. “If I wasn’t running for my life I would never set foot in Lebanon,” said Um Ahmad. “We Palestinians are treated by the Lebanese as if we are not human. But we’ve learned to cope, breathe hope and live in the hope that we will finally return to our … Continue reading Palestinians fleeing Syria denied help in Lebanon

An illogical conspiracy

An opinion piece I wrote for the Executive Magazine about the way I viewed the Michel Samaha affair. By Moe Ali Nayel on September 03, 2012 Whether Samaha defected or was caught red-handed, his arrest diffused a plot that could have had similar results to incidents leading to the Lebanese civil war. It was an apparent fall from grace for Lebanon’s former Minister of Information Michel Samaha, … Continue reading An illogical conspiracy