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Sinan Mahmoud

Sinan Mahmoud

Correspondent
Baghdad, Iraq
Sinan is a native of Iraq and he has covered Iraq for more than 18 years. He has previously worked for the Associated Press as a senior Iraq correspondent, covering economy, security, politics and daily life. As a freelance reporter, he also wrote for many Arabic and western publications, including The National. He holds a BA in English Translation from College of Arts, Al-Mustansiriya University, Iraq.
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Trump to decide 'in next two weeks' on joining war in Iran

Israeli hospital and Iranian nuclear sites struck as talks loom in Geneva

MENAJune 19, 2025
Thomas Harding
Passengers at Rafic Hariri International Airport in Beirut after flights were cancelled due to the air war between Israel and Iran. EPA
'It's all a farce': Travel chaos for Iraqis stranded by war

Conflict has led to airspace closure in several Middle East countries, including Iraq

MENAJune 19, 2025
Sinan Mahmoud
Iraq's Al Qaim border crossing in Anbar province, about 400km west of Baghdad, was closed when Hayat Tahrir Al Sham forces took control of Damascus in December. Photo: Iraqi Border Points Commission
ExclusiveSyrian government sends 3,000 troops to border with Iraq

Iraqi official dismisses suggestion of militia movements

MENAJune 17, 2025
Khaled Yacoub Oweis
Smoke rises over Tehran after Israel attacked an Iranian broadcaster. Getty Images
Israel attacks Iranian TV station as it claims 'aerial superiority'

Strike hits Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting station in Tehran

MENAJune 16, 2025
Amr Mostafa
Protesters in Iraq vent their anger against Israeli attacks on Iran near the US embassy in Baghdad. AP
ExplainerHow Iran-Israel war is viewed in each neighbouring country

Long-range conflict has spread uncertainty across turbulent Levant region

MENAJune 16, 2025
Khaled Yacoub Oweis
Protesters in Baghdad carry Iranian and militia flags at a bridge leading to the fortified Green Zone, where the US embassy is located. AP
Tehran-allied Iraqi militia vows actions against Israel

Declaration adds to growing concerns of a broader regional conflict

MENAJune 16, 2025
Sinan Mahmoud
Rescuers sift through the debris of a damaged building in Tel Aviv after a fresh barrage of Iranian rockets. AFP
Israel and Iran move to war footing as conflict enters fourth day

More attacks trigger frantic efforts by Middle East leaders to prevent whole region from being dragged into conflict

MENAJune 15, 2025
Thomas Helm
Smoke and flames rise from an oil refinery in southern Tehran on Sunday after it was hit in an overnight Israeli strike. AFP
Escalation masks possible talks to end Israel-Iran war

Oman and other channels for negotiation remain open to wind down unprecedented conflict between historical rivals

MENAJune 15, 2025
Khaled Yacoub Oweis
Passengers wait after their flights were delayed or cancelled at Rafik Hariri International Airport in Beirut, Lebanon, on June 13. EPA
Iraq to arrange land trips to its stranded travelers including Hajj pilgrims

Escalation between Iran and Israel has prompted widespread airspace closures throughout the region

MENAJune 14, 2025
Sinan Mahmoud
Al Qaim border crossing was closed when HTS-led rebels took control of Damascus in December. Photo: The Iraqi Border Points Commission
Iraq and Syria reopening main border crossing to strengthen ties

Crossing shut in December when Syrian rebels toppled Assad regime

MENAJune 14, 2025
Sinan Mahmoud
A composite photo shows a suspected nuclear reactor building in Syria before and after it was bombed by Israel in 2007. US Government via Reuters
Israeli attack on Iran echoes strikes in Iraq and Syria years ago

Israel revives 'Begin Doctrine' of pre-emptive strikes on nuclear threats

MENAJune 13, 2025
Sinan Mahmoud
US soldiers keep watch on the American embassy compound in Baghdad on January 1, 2020. Photo: Pentagon
US prepares to evacuate non-essential staff from Middle East as regional tension flares

Iranian Defence Minister says Tehran will strike US bases in the region if nuclear talks fail and conflict arises

USJune 11, 2025
Sinan Mahmoud
Mohamed Al Hassan, special representative of the UN Secretary General in Iraq, said the country was progressing towards stability, prosperity and regional integration. Aymen Al Ameri / The National
UN envoy hails Iraq's commitment to fair and inclusive elections

Country has made 'notable progress' in preparing for its sixth parliamentary election since the 2003 invasion

MENAJune 11, 2025
Sinan Mahmoud
An election worker carries a ballot box. More than 100 parties and 25 coalitions have confirmed their participation in November's elections AFP
Who are leading candidates in Iraq’s parliamentary elections?

The vote in November will be the sixth since the 2003 US-led invasion toppled Saddam Hussein

MENAJune 07, 2025
Sinan Mahmoud
Mohamed Al Hakim believes Iraq's start-up ecosystem offers many opportunities. Photo: Mohamed Al Hakim
Abu Dhabi-based VC fund EQIQ bets big on Iraq’s tech start-ups

Company plans to double fund to $30 million by the end of the year, its founder says

BusinessJune 04, 2025
Sinan Mahmoud
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