Antoine Sfeir facts for kids
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Antoine Sfeir
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Antoine Sfeir
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| Born | 25 November 1948 Beirut, Lebanon |
| Died | 1 October 2018 (aged 69) Paris, France |
| Occupation | Journalist |
| Nationality | French Lebanese |
| Children | 3 daughters |
Antoine Sfeir (born November 25, 1948 – died October 1, 2018) was a well-known journalist. He was from both Lebanon and France.
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About Antoine Sfeir
Antoine Sfeir was a very important journalist. He was known for his deep knowledge of the Arab world and Islam. He shared his insights through his writings and media appearances.
His Work as a Journalist
Antoine Sfeir was the editor of a French magazine. It was called Les Cahiers de l'Orient. This magazine focused on the Arab and Muslim world. He also led the CERPO, a center for studying the Middle East.
He taught about international relations. He taught at the CELSA school in Paris-Sorbonne University. He was also the head of the ILERI school, which teaches about international relations.
A Difficult Experience
In 1976, Antoine Sfeir faced a very tough time. He was taken by a group of armed people. He was held for seven days. This experience was very hard for him.
After this, he decided to move to France. He arrived there in September 1976. Because he knew so much about Arab countries, he quickly became an expert. French news channels and newspapers often asked him to explain events in the Middle East.
Expert on Islam and the Middle East
Antoine Sfeir was a recognized expert on Islam. He often spoke about the dangers of extreme ideas. He warned about these issues as early as the 2000s. He believed that some foreign preachers were influencing young people. He said they were watching TV channels with strong anti-Western messages.
He wrote many books about Islam and the Middle East. One of his famous books was The Columbia World Dictionary of Islamism. This book was translated into English. He was often on TV shows. He also wrote for newspapers. He advised government groups on international matters.
Views on Tunisia
In 2006, Antoine Sfeir published a book about Tunisia. Some people said he supported the government there. They felt he didn't talk enough about its strict rules. Sfeir said he saw the Tunisian people as a good example. He admired their efforts in education and fighting religious extremism.
However, in 2011, he admitted he was wrong. He said he had made a big mistake about Tunisia's government.
Awards and Legacy
In 2009, Antoine Sfeir received a high honor. He was made an Officer of the Legion of Honour. This is a very important award in France. He passed away on October 1, 2018.
