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JCFA International Women’s Day project brings together voices from across the Middle East

“I see a bright future for the women in Iran, and I can't wait to dance with them in the streets soon,” said project head Sogand Fakheri.

A woman moves her hair while standing on a rooftop as smoke rises in the distance over Tehran following reported explosions in the city, on March 03, 2026 in Tehran, Iran.
A man holds a laptop computer as cyber code is projected on him in this illustration picture

WATCH: Hackers hijack digital bus stop screens in several Israeli cities, play Arabic audio

A pedestrian walks past a BBC logo at Broadcasting House in central London

'Truth wins': How Asserson Report exposed BBC bias and forced executive resignations - interview

The observation system unveiled by the Diaspora Ministry system which aims to monitor antisemitic dialogue online. August 18, 2024.

Elders of Zions 2.0? Conspiracy on Jewish book about destroying Islam trends online


Bridging gaps: Bamizrach! 'In the East' festival offers the interface for healing

The last day of the four-dayer includes the annual gathering of the World Federation of Tunisian Jewry and the community’s Eid al-Banat festivities.

 GIL RON SHAMA (center) and his Diwan Halev ensemble.

Elmina Children’s Theater Festival: An oasis of coexistence in Jaffa

All shows at Jaffa Port Warehouse (Mahsan). NIS 60 (NIS 55 at pre-booking *6119.) https://www.elminajaffa.com/festival/ (Hebrew and Arabic site).

 THE ELMINA Children’s Theater Festival’s production of ‘That Round Thing.’

Colonel Avichay Adraee thanks Lebanese journalist for praise on his anti-Hezbollah efforts

“Avichay speaks excellently. Everyone can understand him. He does a great job and looks friendly. Always kind and polite with a human approach, he also understands Lebanese humor.”

 Avichay Adraee: Israel's face to the Arab world

Druze Maccabi TLV fan misleads Amsterdam attackers by speaking Arabic

When the violent attacks erupted on the city’s streets, Asad spoke fluent Arabic to mislead attackers and protect Israeli fans.

 Melhem Asad

Anti-Israel activists argue IDF mistranslated Arabic in footage of abduction of Israeli women

The debate is over the word "sabaya," which, depending on its spelling and slight pronunciation differences, can mean either young woman or sex slave.

Palestinian members of Izz ad-Din al-Qassam Brigades, the armed wing of the Hamas movement seen next to a memorial named “Shehab Field,” a drone made by al-Qassam, in Gaza City, September 21, 2022.

Journalists Union demands Communications Ministry stop 'hunting' Arab journalists

Several Arabic-speaking journalists were questioned by police after they were suspected of broadcasting for Al-Jazeera.

 Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi presents his reform in the communication market to journalists, in Jerusalem, July 17, 2023.

US State Department Arabic spokesperson resigns in opposition to Gaza policy

"I resigned April 2024 after 18 years of distinguished service in opposition to the United States' Gaza policy," she wrote on social media website LinkedIn.

 Hala Rharrit, former spokeswoman in Arabic for the US State Department, who resigned April 24, 2024 over policy related to the war between Israel and Hamas and its allies.

Changing mindset: New program teaches Israeli students Arabic language and culture

The program was founded on the realization that Israelis need to better connect with their neighbors in the region.

 Israeli students at the JCPA inauguration of the "Speak Middle East Program"

‘BBC Arabic treats Israeli guests disgracefully, spreads misinformation,’ interviewees say

Multiple Jewish interviewees point out their disgraceful treatment by BBC Arabic. The corporation’s complaint system came under scrutiny several times according to a spokesperson.

 BBC HEADQUARTERS in London

Palestinian prisoner writes book in Israeli prison, nominated for award

While in prison, Basim Khandaqji wrote a book that was nominated for the International Prize for Arabic Fiction.

 Basim Khandaqji and the cover of his book, "A Mask, The Colour of the Sky"