ibiblio
Ibiblio: Menachem Begin Biography
This site from ibiblio.org gives a detailed biography on Menachem Begin, Prime Minister of Israel until 1983.
NOAA
Noaa: Cpc: Regional Climate Maps
Provides large colorful maps of climate data about each continent for the current week, month, or previous quarter.
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: See Yemen Through My Eyes
In this video, Nadia Al-Sakkaf shares her experiences as a woman in Yemen and as the editor-in-chief of the Yemen Times. [13:39] Includes a short quiz and a list of additional resources to explore.
BBC
Bbc: Iraq Elections: Your Views
A report on the historic Iraqi election held in January, 2005. Here are opinions of people around the world. People from Iraq have also commented.
PBS
Pbs: Lawrence of Arabia
Excellent site to begin the study of Thomas Edward Lawrence, better known as Lawrence of Arabia. Find biographies on Lawrence, Prince Faisal, Winston Churchill and other key players. Information on the Arab Revolt including battle...
Other
U.s. Embassy in Israel: Roadmap to Solution of Israeli Palestinian Conflict
Features the original text of the "Roadmap" to a permanent solution to the ongoing conflict as released by the U.S. State Department in April 2003.
Other
Alpha Galileo
AlphaGalileo is a news resource for international science, medicine, and technology. Content includes daily science press releases and news, complete with contact information for follow-ups. Also offers podcasts, downloadable in MP3...
PBS
Pbs Frontline:the Insurgency
From PBS Frontline,"an investigation into the people who are fighting against U.S. and coalition forces in Iraq." Included are a chart of insurgent attacks, a map of religious groups, previous PBS reports on the war, interviews, a...
PBS
Pbs News Hour: The Iraq War
News archive, with articles, audio, video, and interactive resources, on the initial intervention in Iraq, beginning with pre-invasion military buildup (fall 2002) and ending with President George W. Bush's declaration (spring 2003) that...
PBS
Pbs News Hour Extra: Palestinians Seek Statehood From United Nations Assembly
Learn how the conflict between Palestinians and Israelis escalates as the Palestinian president asks the United Nations to turn their territories into an official country, Palestine. (September, 2011)
PBS
Pbs News Hour: Intervention in Iraq?
Web page from March, 2003, as the U.S. prepares for war with Iraq.
University of Texas at Austin
The Perry Castaneda Library Map Collection
This collection contains more than 250,000 maps covering all areas of the world, and ranging from political and shaded relief maps to the detailed and the historical. Select from a region of the world or an area of highlighted interest.
University of Texas at Austin
Perry Castaneda Library Map Collection: Israel
The Perry-Castaneda Library at the University of Texas provides an outstanding collection of maps of the country of Israel. Also links to maps from other online sources.
PBS
Pbs Frontline:target America
Explores "America's first war on terrorism" that took place in the Reagan administration in the 1980s. Includes a timeline of terrorist attacks on Americans from 1979 to 1988, interviews with experts, and an overview of Islamic terrorism...
CNN
Cnn: Kerry Announces Us Russia Deal on Syrian Ceasefire
The Secretary of State, John Kerry, publicizes a plan of a ceasefire between the United States and Russia when it comes to Syria. [3:14]
PBS
Pbs: Nature: Braving Iraq
PBS unravels the tale about Iraq's physical environment in this comprehensive look at what was once one of the richest countries in the world. Includes videos, interviews, and images.
NPR: National Public Radio
Npr: Syria to Become World's Largest Source of Refugees
Article reports on the dire conditions in Syria and the vast amount of refugees who are fleeing the country.
National Geographic Kids
National Geographic Kids: Iran
Welcome to Iran! Follow this interactive overview of the country's history, geography, people, government, nature, and more. A map and video are included.
Other
Ahlul Bayt Digital Islamic Library Project: The Geography of Arabia
Synopsis of the geography of the Arabian Peninsula - the heart of Islam. Describes the area as a bleak and desolate desert, but also very photogenic. Includes a brief description of the various political divisions located on the Arabian...
New York Times
New York Times: Jordan News
[Free Registration/Login Required] This site provides a concise overview of Jordan's history as well as links to a collection of news articles published about the country that date back to 1865. Links to articles about unrest in the Arab...
New York Times
New York Times: Iran News
[Free Registration/Login Required] This site provides a concise overview of Iran's history in addition to links to news articles about the country that date back to 1980.
New York Times
New York Times: Pakistan
[Free Registration/Login Required] This resource provides up-to-the-minute reports on ongoing conflicts and other news in Pakistan with an emphasis on major events and public reaction.
Library of Congress
Loc: Country Study: Iraq
The Library of Congress provides an exceptionally detailed overview of the country of Iraq. Content includes a country profile, a detailed history of the country, its society and environment, its economy, its government and politics, and...
Library of Congress
Loc: Country Study: Saudi Arabi
An extensive look at the country of Saudi Arabia. This page is a list of links to in-depth information pertaining to Saudi Arabia's history, economy, geography, government, people, and national security.
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