"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."
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.
United Nations26 Sep 2018 16:33 GMT
At the UN General Assembly meeting in New York, Arab leaders are drawing attention to the conflicts flaring up in the Middle East, from the GCC crisis to civil wars Yemen and Syria.
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.
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