Zuhdi Shubeitah
العربية

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28 articles in “Public Affairs & Politics” in 2023 · 534 of 534 available in English (full Arabic archive)

  1. Public Affairs & PoliticsTranslated from ArabicIs the United States Too Big and Dangerous for Anyone to Boycott?The article reviews Mohammed Hassanein Heikal’s observations about American power—its global reach, pragmatic interests, and diplomatic attitudes—drawing on examples from post-1950s history and commentary by US figures.
  2. Public Affairs & PoliticsTranslated from ArabicThe Arab League and the Palestinian Cause: Between Arab Fragmentation and Absence of WillThe article examines the League of Arab States’ response to the Palestinian cause, arguing that Arab fragmentation and a lack of political will have weakened regional reactions to Israeli actions in the Gaza Strip, normalization efforts, and summit outcomes.
  3. Public Affairs & PoliticsTranslated from ArabicHe Embraced Martyrdom on Its Soil, Calling Its Name 'Allah' as He Was KilledThe article condemns the Israeli offensive in the Gaza Strip, describes civilian deaths and attacks on hospitals, criticizes Western support for Israel, and calls for prosecutions at the International Criminal Court.
  4. Public Affairs & PoliticsTranslated from ArabicAmerican Indifference to Palestinian RightsThe article examines perceived gaps between US rhetoric on human rights and its policies toward Palestinians, citing cases like Rachel Corrie and Shireen Abu Akleh, the Gaza Strip blockade, cuts to UNRWA funding, and US positions on ceasefires.
  5. Public Affairs & PoliticsTranslated from ArabicThe White House Has Feathers on Its HeadThe article criticizes the US administration’s support for Israel during its offensive in the Gaza Strip, argues that many Arab states have been complicit through silence, and contrasts American public protests with government policy.
  6. Public Affairs & PoliticsTranslated from ArabicContinued Gaza Invasion Sinks Israel in a QuagmireThis article summarizes Thomas Friedman’s New York Times column warning that Israel’s ongoing ground invasion of Gaza could trap it in a long-term quagmire. Friedman outlines alternatives including a ceasefire and withdrawal, or reduced objectives and a buffer zone.
  7. Public Affairs & PoliticsTranslated from ArabicAnti-Zionism Equals Anti-Semitism… (U.S. Congress Resolution)The article examines the U.S. House of Representatives’ 28 November 2023 resolution equating Anti-Zionism with Anti-Semitism and reviews U.S. laws and policies affecting the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) and Palestinians.
  8. The Global EconomyTranslated from ArabicIsrael and the United States: Muawiya’s HairThe article examines how state alliances shift when strategic interests change, illustrating this with US decisions regarding Taiwan, Iran’s Shah, Philippine leader Ferdinand Marcos, and Sudan’s Jaafar Nimeiry.
  9. Public Affairs & PoliticsTranslated from ArabicThe Goldstone Report: Between Resolve and Secrets, and Turning to International Courts for PalestineThe article examines the 2009 Goldstone Report on the 2008–09 Israeli assault on Gaza, its findings on possible war crimes by Israeli forces and Palestinian armed groups, and argues for pursuing investigations and cases before UN bodies and national and international courts.
  10. Public Affairs & PoliticsTranslated from ArabicThe Goldstone Report: Between Resolve and SecretsThe article examines Israeli political and military denial of Palestinian historical claims, references to the Nakba, statements by Israeli leaders and the depiction of Palestinian territories, and links these issues to ongoing violence in the Gaza Strip and West Bank and international responses.
  11. Public Affairs & PoliticsTranslated from ArabicDo Not Be Deceived by the People's Chant for the HomelandThe article criticizes the silence of many Arab and Islamic regimes over the Israeli campaign in the Gaza Strip and reviews the 1975 UN resolution labeling Zionism as racism and its 1991 revocation.
  12. Public Affairs & PoliticsTranslated from ArabicThe Whip of Classification, Blacklists and Sanctions in the US Administration: Where To?Examines how White House classification lists, blacklists and sanctions are used against states, groups and individuals, and presents critiques from Noam Chomsky and Robert Fisk, with reference to the Gaza Strip and recent Israeli actions.
  13. Public Affairs & PoliticsTranslated from ArabicThe resilient Palestinian Gaza Strip cannot be a cake for the wickedThe article examines the large-scale destruction in the Gaza Strip, allegations of Israeli and Western participation, criticism of the United Nations’ muted response, and the failure of many Arab states to demand a ceasefire and accountability.
  14. Oversight & AccountabilityTranslated from ArabicGovernment Compensation and Agricultural Assistance for Affected Farmers, 2015–2021The article examines government compensations and agricultural assistance to affected farmers from 2015 to 2021, drawing on the State Audit and Administrative Control Bureau (SAACB) 2022 report that documents weak payouts, failures of the Fund for Risk Mitigation and Agricultural Insurances, and gaps in coordination and documentation by the Ministry
  15. Oversight & AccountabilityTranslated from ArabicPrivate Rentals in the Civil Sector in Palestine for 2022This article examines the State Audit and Administrative Control Bureau (SAACB) findings on private rentals covered by the general budget in 2022, highlighting an outdated legal framework, weak central oversight, unpaid follow-up on some reports, and examples of ministries continuing to rent despite owning or building headquarters.
  16. Oversight & AccountabilityTranslated from ArabicProcurement of Mobile Phone Services for the Ministries and Institutions of the State of PalestineThe article examines a SAACB report finding that procurement of mobile phone services for Palestinian ministries and institutions showed monopolistic practices, unequal line distribution, contract renewals without public tender, and other procurement weaknesses.
  17. Public Affairs & PoliticsTranslated from ArabicSecond Treaty of Lausanne (24 July 1923)This article examines the Second Treaty of Lausanne signed on 24 July 1923, the Turkish delegation led by İsmet İnönü, and the treaty’s structure and provisions that helped end the Ottoman polity and establish the modern Turkish state.
  18. The Palestinian Economy in FiguresTranslated from ArabicA Meager Palestinian EconomyExamines monthly financial figures from the Ministry of Finance showing heavy reliance on taxes—notably clearance revenues—substantial net lending, limited investment returns, and rising public debt.
  19. Finance & BankingTranslated from ArabicRevenues of the Palestinian National AuthorityThis article examines the composition and amounts of the Palestinian National Authority’s revenues through April 2023, showing the share of net tax, non-tax fees, and investment returns and comparing 2023 figures with 2022 and 2021.
  20. Oversight & AccountabilityTranslated from ArabicIntegrity Index in the Palestinian Security Sector for 2022 — Third Report (March 2023)Examines AMAN’s 2023 Integrity Index for the Palestinian security sector (covering 1-1-2022 to 31-12-2022), which uses 80 indicators to assess the sector’s integrity and vulnerabilities and reports an overall score of 61/100 (medium risk).
  21. Public Affairs & PoliticsTranslated from ArabicGlorious EasterA brief Easter greeting addressed to family and friends, wishing them good health and love each year.
  22. Public Affairs & PoliticsTranslated from ArabicThe Immortal Land DayThe article examines the events of Land Day on 30 March 1976, when protests by Palestinian citizens against Israeli land expropriations in the Galilee led to confrontations, six deaths, dozens wounded and many arrests.
  23. Public Affairs & PoliticsTranslated from ArabicEvents and Stories of White Settlers in Kenya, 1902The article examines accounts of white settlers' arrival in Kenya in 1902, local resistance and British colonial policies, and their effects on the Kikuyu, drawing on Richard H. Robbins and related sources.
  24. Public Affairs & PoliticsTranslated from ArabicAdvice to Chief Executives: Don't Be More Royal Than the KingThe article draws on Richard H. Robbins' The Global Problems & The Culture of Capitalism and recounts Albert G. Dunlap's mass layoffs and career to advise CEOs not to prioritize investors over workers and communities.
  25. Public Affairs & PoliticsTranslated from ArabicBetween Cuba 1961 and Ukraine 2022: Clashing Wills on the Front LinesThe article examines US–Soviet confrontations from the Cuban Missile Crisis (1961–62) through Cold War proxy conflicts—especially Afghanistan—and discusses consequences leading up to crises into 2022.