Escalating global crises are driving intolerance, displacement and economic instability, affecting more the LGBTQI+ communities in the war-torn hotspots of the Arab world. This is the story of Selamlik written by @khaledalesmael.bsky.social .Exclusive interview here: yassmagazine.org/2025/03/12/a...

Bonjour, sunny London! Perfect day for a good read. 📖✨ #uk #london #syria #theperfectdayofbeingawallflower

طنجة! كل العالم يبغيها The taxi driver said and I choose to believe him! #tanger #tangier #books #syria #سوريا

Portrait! By the Syrian talented artist Sara Al-khayat #syria #selamlik

Syrians once trusted the international community Security Council & Obama when declared in 2011 that Assad’s days in power were numbered. Now, you ask us whether we trust HTS Trust 4 Syrians, is shattered. Rebuilding that trust with those in power is a task that must start from scratch. #syria

How many LGBTQIA+ individuals are imprisoned in Sednaya and other Syrian jails simply because they refused to join the dictator's army? Spread the word—together for a new Syrian constitution without Article 520, which criminalizes homosexuality. #syria #Damascus

Syria my love! Good morning 💌

All I can do is write. My words, like my country, surrender to translation, waiting to be set free. #syria #سوريا

Far from home, I switch off the TV, Turn to the music— only melodies, no human voices. My home is distant, yet my home is here. Its light, a sight for the heart. A jasmine tree suffices for Christmas, its blossoms, lanterns of hope. Flowers are light, and they will bloom once more. #syria #aleppo

My eyes are on Aleppo On my people The young, longing for university The children, dreaming of school tomorrow The mothers and fathers Worrying about bread for the day ahead My sister, my niece, my loved ones How will tomorrow be? Photo: Aleppo University 2000 #Aleppo #Syria

#Syria again! @benfarmerdt.bsky.social www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2...

The 80s ⭐️⭐️⭐️ Tate Britain

I came across this somewhere in London earlier today! It’s just beautiful 🏳️‍🌈🍉🙏 #poetry #londonlife #londondiaries #london

Savouring the crisp, golden vibes of autumn in London! #londondiary #khaledon

About last night 🐆 #londondiary

Saturday night! Buried in work with a looming deadline. #khaledon #londondiary #writingcommunity #tattoo

At Oxford University, connecting with the next generation of Arabic literature enthusiasts! Why is only war-themed Arabic literature translated and awarded? #londondiary #oxford #Arabic

My morning run in Highgate Woods ended at The House of Books in Crouch End, where I spotted Patti Smith on the cover of @carynrose.bsky.social book. What a morning. The book’s now with me.

A writer without a bed selfie isn’t a real writer. 😎 My new lesson! #london #Khaledon

London this morning! 07:30 #snowinlondon

This is Jerry Holding the reading lamp for me The book is Kitchen by Banana Yoshimito

Prepping for the Monday grind!

Back to the gym after months of a writing retreat. London - it’s sunny outside

Adrian Tomine gives advice to those trying to build a creative career: “It’s important for aspiring artists to be honest with themselves and really think about what they’re aiming for.”

The morning after a full moon 🌕 #fullmoon #london

The full moon, a guiding light that always speaks to my little Khaled🐆❤️🐆 London moon 🏳️‍🌈

We had such a wonderful time! If you haven’t read Selamlik yet, don’t miss out—grab a copy! It’s an incredible book, and @khaledalesmael.bsky.social is a truly brilliant writer. I absolutely loved it!

About last night at Five Leaves Bookshop in Nottingham! November is for pink. Selamlik is for always. www.gaystheword.co.uk/product-page...