New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

Israel Apartheid Week Blind to Middle East Issues

Israel Apartheid Week Blind to Middle East Issues

Joseph Stern, Contributing Writer April 18, 2016
f these actions are truly about injustice, those at the forefront should turn their focus towards the rampant racism and bigotry that is systemic throughout the Arab world, rather than attack the one democratic state in the Middle East.
In Cheap Oil Economy, Stability Pays the Price

In Cheap Oil Economy, Stability Pays the Price

Daniel Moritz-Rabson, Staff Writer February 5, 2016
For citizens in countries with less diversified economies, the plummeting oil prices accompanied with the devaluation of local currency forecast harsh economic conditions and social disorder.
ISIS Destruction of Ancient Artifacts is a Smokescreen

ISIS’ Destruction of Ancient Artifacts is a Smokescreen

Pragya Gianani, Contributing Writer February 3, 2016
We are playing into ISIS’ agenda by constantly covering their seemingly mindless rampage.

Artist draws attention to drone strike casualties

Dan Moritz-Rabson, Contributing Writer September 22, 2015
An artist set up red cups in Washington Square Park to represent those killed in drone strikes in countries in the Middle East.

Iraqi ambassador discusses military, ISIS

Amanda Morris, Contributing Writer March 2, 2015
An ambassador and a Pulitzer Prize winner discussed the legacy of the war with Iraq, ISIS and the Middle East.
NYU, Barnard and Columbia join in Middle East panel

NYU, Barnard and Columbia join in Middle East panel

Arsh Harjani, Contributing Writer September 17, 2014
Coverage of a Panel Discussion held at NYU in response to the growing threat ISIS poses to the international community.
Obama fails to comprehend Iraq instability

Obama fails to comprehend Iraq instability

Dan Moritz-Rabson, Contributing Columnist September 16, 2014
It appears Obama is repeating his predecessor's mistakes in Iraq.

Tension and chaos in the Middle East continue to plague Western relations

September 28, 2012
The revolutionary spirit in the Middle East leaves citizens vulnerable during a volatile transitional period.
Gloria Lee/WSN

United States should expand its worldview

September 25, 2012
Instead of focusing solely on the Middle East and China, the U.S. should also concentrate on countries such as India, Turkey and South Africa.