"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."
Middle East31 Mar 2019 10:42 GMT
The so-called Libya Quartet hopes to end the years-long conflict in the African nation.
Middle East11 Mar 2019 20:40 GMT
The 82-year-old's decision to withdraw from the upcoming presidential race comes amid widespread anger over his candidacy.
Europe16 Feb 2019 16:13 GMT
World's leaders debate some of the biggest challenges of today, including Yemen war and fight against ISIL.
Europe13 Feb 2019 09:59 GMT
A number of countries are either pulling out or sending low-level delegations to the Warsaw summit aimed at curbing Iran’s growing influence in the Middle East.
Asia02 Feb 2019 19:26 GMT
The US could leave Afghanistan in exchange for the Taliban joining government and ensuring the country will not be used by armed groups, but achieving peace will be far more complicated.
Pakistan29 Jan 2019 09:35 GMT
A proposed fence along one of the world's most dangerous border areas is causing friction between two Asian neighbours.
Middle East07 Jan 2019 14:17 GMT
Development comes after UN envoy met Houthis before heading for Saudi Arabia to ensure implementation of a recent deal.
US & Canada28 Nov 2018 12:42 GMT
White House has dismissed reports it's restricting CIA director and other senior officials from attending.
Jamal Khashoggi03 Nov 2018 10:49 GMT
Turkish president says Saudi Arabia still has many questions to answer regarding the killing of writer Jamal Khashoggi.
Asia17 Oct 2018 19:07 GMT
The government is struggling to securing polling stations for Saturday's parliamentary elections after Taliban bombings targeting candidates and the polling stations.
Asia17 Oct 2018 09:23 GMT
Fighters have ramped up attacks on military personnel and they are warning polling stations will be targeted.
Middle East27 Sep 2018 08:05 GMT
Hassan Rouhani says Tehran is willing to resolve issues with Washington, which is preparing a new round of sanctions over Iran’s nuclear programme.
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