N LogoThe National News Logo
  • My Profile
  • Saved articles
  • Newsletters
  • Sign out
UserSign in
  • Register
  • Sign in
News
UAE
Gulf
MENA
US
UK
Europe
Asia
Business
Aviation
Economy
Energy
Money
Property
Banking
Markets
Opinion
Comment
Editorial
Obituaries
Cartoon
Feedback
Future
Science
Space
Technology
Climate
Environment
Road to Net Zero
Health
Culture
Art & Design
Books
Film & TV
Music & On-stage
Pop Culture
Lifestyle
Travel
Fashion & Beauty
Food
Motoring
Luxury
Home & Garden
Wellbeing
Things to do
Sport
World Cup 2026
Football
Cricket
F1
Tennis
Combat Sports
Cycling
World Cup 2026
Newsletters
TN Magazine
  • International Edition
  • UAE Edition
      Podcasts Newsletters Follow us App Video
      World Cup 2026NewslettersTN MagazineWeekend
      News
      UAE
      Gulf
      MENA
      US
      UK
      Europe
      Asia
      Business
      Aviation
      Economy
      Energy
      Money
      Property
      Banking
      Markets
      Opinion
      Comment
      Editorial
      Obituaries
      Cartoon
      Feedback
      Future
      Science
      Space
      Technology
      Climate
      Environment
      Road to Net Zero
      Health
      Culture
      Art & Design
      Books
      Film & TV
      Music & On-stage
      Pop Culture
      Lifestyle
      Travel
      Fashion & Beauty
      Food
      Motoring
      Luxury
      Home & Garden
      Wellbeing
      Things to do
      Sport
      World Cup 2026
      Football
      Cricket
      F1
      Tennis
      Combat Sports
      Cycling
      News
      UAE
      Gulf
      MENA
      US
      UK
      Europe
      Asia
      Business
      Aviation
      Economy
      Energy
      Money
      Property
      Banking
      Markets
      Opinion
      Comment
      Editorial
      Obituaries
      Cartoon
      Feedback
      Future
      Science
      Space
      Technology
      Climate
      Environment
      Road to Net Zero
      Health
      Culture
      Art & Design
      Books
      Film & TV
      Music & On-stage
      Pop Culture
      Lifestyle
      Travel
      Fashion & Beauty
      Food
      Motoring
      Luxury
      Home & Garden
      Wellbeing
      Things to do
      Sport
      World Cup 2026
      Football
      Cricket
      F1
      Tennis
      Combat Sports
      Cycling
      N Logo
      News
      Business
      Opinion
      Future
      Climate
      Health
      Culture
      Lifestyle
      Sport
      World Cup 2026
      • My Profile
      • Saved articles
      • Newsletters
      • Sign out
      UserSign in
      • Register
      • Sign in

      Aveen Karim

      Aveen Karim

      Deputy Foreign Editor
      Location
      Abu Dhabi
      Aveen Karim is deputy foreign editor at The National, based in Abu Dhabi. Prior to joining the team, she was head of Rudaw English in Erbil. A Kurdish-Romanian-British journalist, she has experience covering geopolitics and security in the Middle East

      Articles

      Moderated by Aveen Karim, The National's journalists discuss the US-Iran stand-off in a live Q&A
      Play1:03:08
      Q&A replay: US and Iran stand-off

      A US military 'armada' has sailed to the region as Iran's supreme leader warns of a wider war, but can talks ease tensions?

      MENAFebruary 03, 2026
      Members of the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces queue to settle their status with the Syrian government, in Raqqa. Reuters
      Battle lines frozen in north-east Syria after latest US-brokered deal

      Halt in fighting between government and Kurdish-led SDF but uncertainty remains over implementation

      MENAFebruary 01, 2026
      Kurdish civilians gather in Qamishli after a call to arms by the Syrian Democratic Forces. The SDF's fighters are to disband and integrate with the Syrian army. AFP
      A loss of land and a sense of betrayal: How Syria’s Kurds saw their autonomy unravel

      The agreement for the SDF to integrate into the Syrian military represents a turning point for the Kurdish population. Where do they go from here?

      MENAJanuary 30, 2026
      The Khor Mor gasfield in the Kurdistan region of Iraq on Thursday, after it was hit by a rocket attack on Wednesday night. Reuters
      Drone strike shuts down Iraq's Khor Mor gasfield, causing widespread blackouts

      Major energy centre on fire after attack, which is expected to cause production to drop by 3,000 megawatts

      MENANovember 27, 2025
      Asmund Aukrust, Minister of International Development of Norway, is visiting the Middle East. Victor Besa / The National
      InterviewNorway looks to Gulf for co-ordination on humanitarian funding

      Minister of International Development tells The National of global gaps and urgent need for aid in Gaza and Sudan

      MENANovember 04, 2025
      President Sheikh Mohamed receives Antonio Costa, president of the European Council, at Al Shati Palace on October 29, 2025. Abdulla Al Neyadi / UAE Presidential Court
      InterviewEU hails UAE as 'reliable partner' in driving trade and global security

      European Council head reflects on bilateral ties and regional issues after first visit to Abu Dhabi

      MENANovember 01, 2025
      Club Deportivo Palestino in the city of Santiago, Chile. Aveen Karim / The National
      Play02:00
      'More than a football club': Why Chile's Palestino is a symbol of resistance

      The National visited the football club at its stadium in Santiago - and found a living archive chronicling the century-old connection between its roots and its adopted home

      NewsOctober 24, 2025
      Lionel Messi is presented with a traditional robe by the Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim, after the Fifa World Cup Qatar 2022 Final match between Argentina and France in Lusail City. Getty Images
      From Messi's bisht to majboos: Gulf-ing Latin America through cultural diplomacy

      Arabic gahwa in Argentina and Chile - The National takes part in a cultural exchange bridging the two regions

      GulfOctober 10, 2025
      About 2,500 US personnel are based in Iraq, where they work with Iraqi and Kurdish partners against ISIS cells. Reuters
      US confirms change to military mission in Iraq

      Iraqi Prime Minister's adviser says Baghdad remains committed to withdrawal of American forces by next year

      MENAAugust 18, 2025
      US ambassador Martina Strong spoke to The National ahead of the end of her term. Victor Besa / The National
      InterviewUAE and US collaboration 'ripe for expansion', envoy says

      Departing US ambassador looks back over her time in Abu Dhabi

      MENAAugust 03, 2025
      Iraqi Kurds wave flags with pictures of Kurdistan Workers' Party leader Abdullah Ocalan at a protest in Brussels against his incarceration. EPA
      PKK set to destroy weapons at disarmament ceremony this week

      Sources say event to take place on Friday in Iraqi Kurdish city of Sulaymaniyah

      MENAJuly 08, 2025
      A pro-Iran rally was held on Saturday in Baghdad, where the US embassy remains open. AP
      Exclusive US keeps embassies open in Iraq and Bahrain

      Some personnel leave Baghdad as American bombers hit Iran

      MENAJune 22, 2025
      Many Syrians celebrated the removal of the authoritarian Assad regime and remain cautiously optimistic about the future. Getty Images
      Syrians cautiously optimistic about future under Al Shara

      Sectarian violence, Israeli interference and Kurdish reconciliation continue to pose challenges for government

      MENAJune 08, 2025
      Red Sea shipping has been disrupted by Houthi attacks in a blow to global trade. EPA
      InterviewEU seeks Gulf allies in quest to protect Red Sea

      Envoy says Gulf and Horn of Africa should join forces with Europe on crucial shipping lane

      MENAJune 06, 2025
      Displaced Palestinians in Rafah, southern Gaza. The conflict has devastated vast areas of the Palestinian enclave. AFP
      Israel’s war on Gaza: A timeline of major events

      US proposes 60-day ceasefire as aid trickles into enclave amid worsening humanitarian crisis

      MENAMay 30, 2025
      More Articles

      The National News Logo
      IPSO regulated

      News
      UAE
      Gulf
      MENA
      US
      UK
      Europe
      Asia
      Business
      Aviation
      Economy
      Energy
      Money
      Property
      Banking
      Markets
      Opinion
      Comment
      Editorial
      Obituaries
      Cartoon
      Feedback
      Future
      Science
      Space
      Technology
      Climate
      Environment
      Road to Net Zero
      Health
      Culture
      Art & Design
      Books
      Film & TV
      Music & On-stage
      Pop Culture
      Lifestyle
      Travel
      Fashion & Beauty
      Food
      Motoring
      Luxury
      Home & Garden
      Wellbeing
      Things to do
      Sport
      Football
      Cricket
      Olympics
      F1
      Tennis
      Combat Sports
      Cycling
      Weekend
      Living in the UAE
      TN Magazine
      Podcasts Newsletters Read E-Paper Print Subscriptions Video App
      About UsContact UsWork With UsAdvertise With UsTerms & ConditionsPrivacy PolicyCookie PolicySitemapArchiveRegistration FAQsRosalynn Carter Fellowship
      IPSO regulated
      Follow us
      Get news alerts from
      The National logo
      You can manage notifications at any time by clicking the notifications icon.