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Identity and DNA in the Middle East and North Africa

Join us for a special webinar with Dr. Pierre Zalloua, author of "Ancestors: Identity and DNA in the Levant", as we explore what population genetics reveals about the peoples of the Middle East. Discover how ancient migrations, shared DNA patterns, and regional history shape modern identity—and how these insights can strengthen your family history research, help interpret DNA results, and deepen your understanding of ancestral origins in Southwest Asia and North Africa.

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