[This is a monthly archive of pieces written by Jadaliyya contributors and editors on the Arabian Peninsula. It also includes material published on other platforms that editors deemed pertinent to post as they provide diverse depictions of Arabian Peninsula-related topics. These pieces reflect the level of critical analysis and diversity that Jadaliyya strives for, but the views are solely those of the authors. If you are interested in contributing to Jadaliyya, send us your post with your bio and a release form to post@jadaliyya.com. Click "Submissions" on the main page for more information.]
Trial Observation Report: The United Arab Emirates 94
A report by the Gulf Center for Human Rights.
الأطر النظرية لفهم النماذج التنموية في مراحل ما بعد الثورات
Amr Adly writes about theorizing revolutions throughout history and today.
Arabian Peninsula Media Roundup (March 27)
A weekly collection of pertinent articles about the Arabian Peninsula published by various outlets.
أصداء الربيع العربي فــي المملكة السعودية
Abdulhadi Khalaf writes about the Arab Spring in Saudi Arabia.
زينب الخواجة: رسالة من سجن بحريني
A letter (in translation) from the Bahraini activist, explaining her decision to go on a hunger strike, the ongoing political struggle, and her hopes for the future.
Zainab Al-Khawaja: Letter from A Bahraini Prison
A letter from the Bahraini activist, explaining her decision to go on a hunger strike, the ongoing political struggle, and her hopes for the future.
Reporters without Borders Enemies of the Internet Report Features Iran, Bahrain, and Syria
A report from Reporters Without Borders.
Open Sesame: Memories from a War-Torn Generation
Noura Alsager writes about an art exhibit that focuses on the day Iraq invaded Kuwait.
Mona Kareem on Blogging and Dissent in Kuwait
In this interview with Jadaliyya, Mona Kareem discusses new media, the stateless community in Kuwait, and the political atmosphere.
Bahrain Press Association Condemns Attacks Against Journalists
A report from the Bahrain Press Association.
Arabian Peninsula Media Roundup (March 19)
A weekly collection of pertinent articles about the Arabian Peninsula published by various outlets.
حوار معقود بحرب
Maysaa Shuja Al-Deen writes about the National Dialogue in Yemen.
Yemeni Detainee Tortured in Saudi Prison after Extradition by Qatar
A report from the Alkarama foundation.
Jailed Human Rights Defenders on Hunger Strike
A report from the Bahrain Center for Human Rights.
An Open Letter from Salman al-Odah
A former political prisoner in Saudi Arabia writes about the political climate, prison system, and the country’s future.
Bedoon Children Arbitrarily Arrested (Video)
A short documentary about how Kuwaiti Security forces arbitrarily arrested five Bedoon children last year.
UK Spyware Targets Bahraini Business
A report from Bahrain Watch.
Long Sentences Imposed on Saudi Human Rights Activists
A report from the Alkarama Foundation.
Arabian Peninsula Media Roundup (March 12)
A weekly collection of pertinent articles about the Arabian Peninsula published by various outlets.
Targeting Women Activists in Bahrain
On International Women’s Day, a report from the Bahrain Center for Human Rights.
On the Barring of International Observers from Trial Against UAE Activists
A report issued by the Alkarama Foundation.
Jordanian Held Incommunicado in Saudi Arabia
A report issued by Amnesty International.
دور الشباب البحريني في الحركات الإحتجاجية بين الماضي والحاضر
Ahmed Al-Haddad writes about the role of Bahraini youth in past and present protest movements in Bahrain.
Ahmed Al Omran on Social Media and the Saudi Blogosphere
In this interview with Jadaliyya, Ahmed Al Omran discusses Twitter and the social media climate in Saudi Arabia.
The Royals’ New Rules: Backsliding in Bahrain
Amy Austin Holmes discusses her deportation from Bahrain and the counter-revolutionary tactics of the Bahraini regime.
مجلس التعاون الخليجي وحق العقوبة المقدس
Rosie Bsheer and Bassam Haddad write about authoritarianism and repression in GCC countries.
الخروج من المعبد: توليفات في أنثروبولوجيا الغناء العربي
Ahmed Alwasel writes about Arabic singers and the art of song.
Concern Over Arrest of Human Rights Defender Zainab Al-Khawaja
A report issued by Front Line Defenders.
Arabian Peninsula Media Roundup (March 5)
A weekly collection of pertinent articles about the Arabian Peninsula published by various outlets.
Qatar Moving Closer to Algeria?
Mehdi Lazar writes about improving economic relations between the two countries.
Global Ban on CS Gas Is Needed
Damian McCormack, David Grayson and Tara O’Grady write about the chemical makeup and effects of tear gas and its use in Bahrain.
On the UAE’s Decision to Refuse Entry to Professor Kristian Coates
Khaled Fahmy writes about Dr. Kristian Coates Ulrichsen’s recent deportation from Dubai.