"Hashem Ahelbarra is a roving Middle East correspondent for Al Jazeera English. He regularly reports from Afghanistan, Yemen and across the Gulf region.
Hashem has covered many of the biggest international news stories in recent years and secured exclusive interviews with many of the major names in world news, including late Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat, Afghan president Hamid Karzai and former Liberian president Charles Taylor."
Europe25 Jul 2018 09:04 GMT
Qatar's Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani held talks in London with British Prime Minister Theresa May on strengthening bilateral relations between both countries.
Europe24 Jul 2018 10:38 GMT
UK visit comes ahead of a meeting with British Prime Minister Theresa May as the blockade against Qatar continues.
Middle East23 Jul 2018 06:44 GMT
The UN's highest legal body is set to announce its verdict in an urgent case filed by Qatar against the UAE for discriminating against Qatari citizens and human rights violations.
Africa03 Jul 2018 11:42 GMT
Africa's problems have spread beyond the continent, which explains why the EU has stepped in offering cash and military assistance to tackle the surge in attacks by armed groups.
Africa02 Jul 2018 07:15 GMT
The African Union was established to promote peace and regional stability but African leaders are struggling to resolve regional conflict.
Middle East24 Jun 2018 17:34 GMT
Thousands of civilians are fleeing Deraa as Syrian government helicopters continue to drop barrel bombs as part of an offensive against the last rebel stronghold in southwest Syria.
Middle East20 Jun 2018 14:06 GMT
Yemeni army is blocking the road between Hudaida province and the capital, cutting Houthi supply lines and stopping reinforcements from getting through.
Middle East17 May 2018 17:10 GMT
Most Syrian refugee families tell the same story; eviction, loss and anxiety over an uncertain future. During the holy month, their yearning to return to their homes and families is stronger than ever.
Middle East05 May 2018 10:29 GMT
As Lebanon's parliamentary campaigns enter their final sprint, the country remains divided along sectarian lines, lines exploited and reinforced by competing regional powers.
Middle East22 Apr 2018 17:19 GMT
The fighters had to leave behind their heavy weapons and armoured vehicles.
Middle East11 Feb 2018 13:28 GMT
Over the last weeks, separatists in the south have attacked and occupied government buildings and the UN envoy to the country has resigned after failing to bring the various factions together.
Africa29 Jan 2018 08:39 GMT
Dispute threatens to undermine unity at the African Union's annual gathering in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia's capital.
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