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      Mohamad Ali Harisi

      Mohamad Ali Harisi

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      Mohamad Ali Harisi is The National's Foreign Editor, overseeing its worldwide output with a focus on the Middle East. Previously, he served as AFP’s news editor for the Gulf region and Yemen. He was also the Deputy Director. Before moving to the UAE, he was Libya’s Bureau chief, based in Tripoli, and Iraq’s Deputy Director, based in Baghdad. Since 2005, he has reported on major events across the Middle East and played a central role in leading newsrooms, coordinating coverage and directing writers and correspondents. Mohamad Ali has also conducted interviews with senior politicians in the region and beyond. He is fluent in English, French and Arabic.
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      A view shows art on the wall of a building in Beirut depicting late Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat at Mar Elias Palestinian refugee camp. Reuters
      PLO advances disarmament plan for Palestinian refugee camps in Lebanon

      Officials engage with authorities in Beirut to implement Abbas-Aoun agreement

      MENAJune 02, 2025
      Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam speaks to The National and other media outlets in Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
      New Beirut airport on way but Captagon fight goes on, says Lebanese PM

      Nawaf Salam rules out normalisation with Israel without Palestinian statehood and return of refugees

      MENAMay 28, 2025
      Palestinians take shelter in tents in Gaza city. Reuters
      Play01:31
      Gaza ceasefire talks not leading to a deal yet, source says

      Talks focused on a 70-day truce and the release of 10 hostages

      MENAMay 27, 2025
      Employees count stashes of Syrian pounds at the central bank in Damascus. The Syrian pound has lost about 90 per cent of its value since 2011. AFP
      ExclusiveSyria to overhaul financial system after sanctions relief

      Country’s senior monetary official outlines plans to review laws and attract foreign deposits

      MENAMay 26, 2025
      US President Donald Trump walks to board Air Force One as he prepares to leave Abu Dhabi on Friday. Reuters
      Play01:20
      Trump's grand finale in the Gulf: Gold, faith and oil

      US President leaves with mega-deals and a long-term commitment to the Middle East

      UAEMay 16, 2025
      ABU DHABI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES - May 15, 2025: HH Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates (R), presents the Order of Zayed Medal to Donald Trump, President of the United States of America (L), during a state visit reception at Qasr Al Watan. ( Hamad Al Kaabi / UAE Presidential Court ) ---
      Play00:35
      Sheikh Mohamed vows to work with Trump on advancing peace

      US President hosted in Abu Dhabi for talks on bilateral ties

      UAEMay 15, 2025
      Hamas fighters oversee the handover of Israeli hostages in central Gaza, in February. Reuters
      Hamas expects pressure on Israel to reach ceasefire before Trump visits region

      Militant group has agreed to lay down its weapons and for its senior officials to live in exile

      MENAApril 30, 2025
      People queue with pots to receive meals from a charity kitchen in Beit Lahia, in northern Gaza. AFP
      Hamas says negotiations under way for a Gaza ceasefire ahead of Trump's visit

      US President is set to visit Saudi Arabia, the UAE and Qatar in mid-May

      MENAApril 25, 2025
      Qatar's Emir Sheikh Tamim hosts a meeting between Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al Sudani, centre, and Syrian President Ahmad Al Shara, left, in Doha. Photo: Iraqi News Agency
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      AnalysisSyria’s pivotal week: Rivals and allies in diplomatic marathon to map recovery

      Regional leaders including Iraq's Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al Sudani met President Ahmad Al Shara

      MENAApril 18, 2025
      Mr Al Hassan is a seasoned Omani diplomat who has previously served as the Permanent Representative of his country to the UN. Aymen AlAmeri / The National
      Play12:53
      ExclusiveIraq has finally crossed bridge from violence to influence, country’s top UN official says

      Special representative Mohammed Al Hassan was speaking in an exclusive interview with The National

      MENAApril 17, 2025
      Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al Sudani addresses the opening day of the Sulaimani Forum in Sulaymaniyah, Iraq, on Wednesday. Aymen Al Ameri / The National
      Play00:59
      Iraq invites Syria’s leader to attend Arab Summit in Baghdad

      Iraq has called for an inclusive political process in neighbouring Syria

      MENAApril 16, 2025
      Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al Sudani on stage with The National's Editor-in-Chief Mina Al-Oraibi at the Sulaimani Forum in Sulaimaniyah. Aymen Al-Almeri /The National
      Al Sudani confirms candidacy for Iraq elections in November

      Parliamentary vote will be the first to be held after electoral law amendments

      MENAApril 16, 2025
      Lebanese security forces attempt to evict displaced people from a hotel during the conflict between Hezbollah and Israel in Beirut. Reuters
      ExclusiveLebanon pressured to replace Hezbollah-linked security staff

      Sources say the requests have delayed appointments in the General Security Directorate

      MENAApril 14, 2025
      Morgan Ortagus. Photo: Sky News Arabia
      Play13:53
      VideoMorgan Ortagus says US seeking 'peaceful resolution' with Iran

      Deputy special envoy to the Middle East tells The National the Trump administration is 'in a hurry' to reach an agreement

      USApril 11, 2025
      Iranians in Tehran at a gathering in support of Gaza. AP
      Play01:38
      ExclusiveHamas and Hezbollah cautiously welcome US-Iran talks

      Iran has shifted its tone towards Washington in recent days and said doors are open for US investors

      MENAApril 10, 2025
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