In this episode of Occupied Thoughts, FMEP President Lara Friedman speaks with Ramallah-based Palestinian journalist/analyst/commentator Nour Odeh. Nour is an independent media professional and communications consultant with 20 years of experience as a distinguished journalist. In 2012, Ms. Odeh became Palestine’s first female government spokesperson and she served in various capacities as a senior communications and public diplomacy advisor to the Palestinian leadership. She writes opinion and analysis in English and Arabic and is a regular guest in international news outlets. 

In this far-ranging conversation, Lara and Nour discuss the situation in the West Bank today; trends in West Bank settler and IDF terror and ethnic cleansing dating from before 10/7/23, escalating through 2.5 years of genocide, and now escalating again during the Israeli-U.S. war on Iran; the situation in Jerusalem and the Harm al-Sharif; the implementation of Israel's Gaza playbook in Lebanon and Iran; the role of the international community; the state of Palestinian domestic politics and the national movement for Palestinian rights and self-determination; and how all of this is playing out with respect to grassroots attitudes and activism around the globe.

The escalating drive toward Greater Israel - a view from Ramallah

لبنان يا بلسم جروح قلوبنا "عتابا و ميجانا" - صباح

Pour le peuple libanais, victime de la guerre🤍
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For the Lebanese, victims of the war🤍

Lebanon

[This song is 100% copyright free with no limits. The melody (Which Side Are You On?) was written in 1931 by Florence Reece and the lyrics were written by me in 2026.]

O' my fellow Americans
Good news to you I'll tell
Of how our great flawed country
Can still be saved from Hell
Who else will ya bomb, Don?
Who else will ya bomb?
America's on fire
And sparks have spread abroad
But we are so much greater
Than Trump and the Mossad
Who else will ya bomb, Don?
Who else will ya bomb?
From Old Venezuela
To Gaza and much more
To Iran, Iraq, Lebanon
It's Donald's pointless war
Who else will ya bomb, Don?
Who else will ya bomb?
Our soldiers die for glory
Or so that's what they say
But I've never seen glory
Do much more than decay
Who else will ya bomb, Don?
Who else will ya bomb?
Oh, people can you stand it?
Oh tell me how you can
The world would be much better off
Without this orange man
Who else will ya bomb, Don?
Who else will ya bomb?
If cancer was a bullet
Then God should shoot his shot
The deities above should
Should let ol' Donald rot
No more will ya bomb, Don
No more will ya bomb

Who Else Will Ya Bomb, Don?

beirut at 3 am

B018, Beirut's premier underground clubbing phenomenon team up with Ready Mix Records to introduce a new compilation series capturing the energy, spirit, and dedication of Lebanons EDM scene. The first volume in this series compiled and mixed by B018s resident decknicians Gunther & Stamina. B018 Hosts the worlds best and brightest talents of the electronic music scene on a consistent basis, in a truly unique and sophisticated atmosphere, far exceeding industry standards and expectations as the leader & pioneer of the underground scene in the Middle East. The Beirut Nightlife has fully blossomed as of late, and B018 is its crown jewel. The Concept established by owner Naji Gebran, began over 20 years ago, during the years of the civil war, providing a safe haven for open-minded music lovers. From his humble studio / apartment numbered B 018, Gebran moved his legendary concept to the next level, he teamed up with world renowned architect Bernard Khoury who designed and built the venue in the industrial sector of north east Beirut. In 1998, the present incarnation of B018 opened its doors to the public at La Quarantaine, where it remains to this very day. In 2004, 2005, and 2006, B018 was awarded the #5 position by Wallpaper Magazine as one of the best clubs in the world. In 2009, the worlds best clubs and bars also awarded the venue with the #5 position and finally, B018 was #67 in 2010 and #40 in 2011 on the prestigious DJ MAG TOP 100 BEST CLUB poll. B018 was also featured in numerous international newspapers and magazines such as The New York Times, Air France Mag, Wallpaper Mag, DJ Mag UK, DJ Mag Middle East, Vogue Homme International and Bar & Club Design, to name but a few. Gunther Sabbagh & Stamina aka Elias Merheb are considered by many to be the Heart & Soul of the Beirut underground. Since 2006, theyve held a residency at B018, playing every weekend to a packed dancefloor. G&S also hold a star residency on Mix FM (Officially the #1 Radio Station in the Middle East) where their show airs every Saturday night. Gunther & Stamina have played along with such notable international artists as John Digweed, Richie Hawtin, Danny Howells, Sasha & Digweed, Hernan Cattaneo, Nick Warren, Deep Dish, Carl Cox, and Sander Kleinenberg. Gunther & Staminas mix provides a snapshot of their musical expertise, weaving the best sounds of todays progressive leaning tech house scene. With such notable artists as Sebastian Davidson, Innate, Francesco Pico, Stan Kolev, Dom Kane, CID Inc, Beat Factory, Ricky Ryan; and labels like Outside the box, Baroque, Aenaria, Sick Watona and Toolroom, they create a unique vibe, that captures the essence of a night @ B018! So sit back, relax, and enjoy our Journey into the B018 sound!

Gunther & Stamina - B 018 Volume 1

Arab Digest editor William Law's guest on this week's podcast is the Iran expert Sanam Vakil. As the war continues and Donald Trump flounders the Islamic regime is conducting its fight for survival with a tenacity that neither the Israelis or the Americans anticipated. Should the regime survive the majority who want change will lose but if it falls the likeliest outcome is chaos with further suffering inflicted on the Iranian people.

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Iran and regime survival

We are proud to present you with this year's Miami WMC 2013 Sampler that we've decided to split into 2 packs, the Day & Night packs representing the full spectrum of music that goes down in Miami whether it's a pool session during the day or an extreme night clubbing session. We've selected the cream of our artist crop as well as some new blood who deserve the much needed attention. From the unreleased Alvaro Hylander remix of Bourne's "Throwback" and Harlem Knights remix of Krummstoff's "Winter Flow" to the sick Original "Joseph Beuys" by Onur Ozman, the "Day" pack also includes such great artists as the returning Deep Active Sound with his track "Crazy" and newcomers to the label like the Hungarian Greenfish and his track "Sundown", Nastech with his tribute to the infamous "Sandcastles" named "Castles of Sand", Alberto Manfreda & Dumming Dum's vocoded "Want to be Alive" and last but not least, the Greek Fun Jam & No Rabbitz with their hit "Walking Away" with a vocal reminiscent of an "Underworld" tune. A super fun pack with some not to be missed gems for all your DAY sessions. Now moving on to the "Night" pack which is intended for the clubs and after hour parties starts with the dramatic "Deep Breath" by Beat Factory which holds the main theme for the rest of the Sampler. Artists such as BiG AL, Audio Lab, Marrakech, Poison Pro & Marc Moan as well as Ellroy & Steven Caicedo are all presented in this moody & darker pack. Hope you enjoy this year's WMC 2013 and whether it be a pool party during the DAY or a big room night club at NIGHT, Ready Mix Records' got you covered!!!

BiG AL, Gunther, Stamina, Audio Lab - Heartbeats (Original Mix)

Having compiled and mixed the highly successful B018 CD Compilation Vol.1 which was officially released on Ready Mix in 2011, Gunther & Stamina are back to take on our 12th installment of the Already Mixed compilation series. Hailing from Beirut, Lebanon, Gunther & Stamina are considered to be the godfathers of the Lebanese underground scene. Having been residents at the legendary landmark club B018 for over 5 years, they have an unmatched following that flocks to their infamous 7+ hour weekend sets every single week of the year. Their taste in music can be best described as Techno driven, bass heavy underground music with some deep, emotional and progressive house influences thrown in the mix. The boys are also part of a production Trio called 'Audio Lab' with their studio partner BiG AL and have had some successful releases on great labels such as Baroque, Apollo and our own Ready Mix to name but a few. Their vision for this double CD release is to transport the listener and give a glimpse into what a usual night at B018 sounds like. Opening with some downtempo, jazzy, moody and dubby aquatic music on CD1 while they build up the intensity and mix along to CD2 which climaxes into a frenzied dancefloor. Track selection includes music courtesy of our full group of sub labels, Itom Records, Haute Musique, Empty Whisky Flask and Tiny Lamp. Original and remixes by BiG AL, Krummstoff, The Messenger, Deep Spelle, Chriss Ronson, Dandy & Gregory S., Moti Brothers, Dimo (BG), Nastech, Spennu, Pazul & Deepling, Felipe L, Cave Sedem, Ellroy, Marco Da Mata & Matthew as well as their own Audio Lab alias, all mixed with great care and technical precision. And if that wasn't enough, the boys threw in an exclusive, unreleased Original "Audio Lab" production called "It's In Your Soul" on CD1. Music speaks louder than words, so we'll just stop talking and let you get into it. Enjoy!

Gunther & Stamina - Already Mixed Vol 12 - CD1

Gunther & Stamina - Already Mixed Vol 12 - CD2

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Ape together strong. Don't let the bastards grind you down. Live long and prosper. 🖖🥖🌹

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Théophile Bouin is a french composer who spare time to soundtrack projects.
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From the Foundation for Middle East Peace (FMEP), Occupied Thoughts amplifies the voices of FMEP grantees and partners, offers critical framing, and promote new ideas and new angles on the many issues connected to achieving justice, security, and peace for Palestinians and Israelis. 

FMEP works to defend and support Palestinian rights, end Israel’s occupation of the West Bank, Gaza Strip, and East Jerusalem, and ensure a just and secure future for Palestinians and Israelis. FMEP advances this goal through its grants program, public programming, and research. www.fmep.org

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contact email: editor@arabdigest.org

Gunther is a Beirut-based DJ and producer widely recognized as one of the pioneers of underground electronic music in the MENA region. From Beirut, he helped shape the early movement of minimal, techno, and underground house across the Middle East at a time when most clubs in the region were dominated by commercial dance and trance.
His musical journey moves fluidly from ambient and deep house to hypnotic techno, always guided by a deep commitment to underground culture and sonic exploration.
“Founder of Defog Records, continuing to explore the deeper edges of electronic sound.”

I make beats.

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