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Vanessa Ghanem

Vanessa Ghanem

Arab Affairs Editor
Abu Dhabi
Vanessa Ghanem is The National’s Arab Affairs Editor, based in Abu Dhabi. Previously, she worked as a freelance multimedia journalist, covering Middle East geopolitics, business, energy and socio-economic issues. Her work has appeared in Al Arabiya English, Al-Monitor and others. She was also a digital media editor at LBCI Lebanon and contributed to the English edition of An-Nahar Newspaper.
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The southern Lebanese village of Kfar Kila, laid to waste after Israeli troops’ withdrawal. EPA
Israel kidnaps two in southern Lebanon as US pushes Hezbollah disarmament plan

Tom Barrack presses Beirut on arms control amid mounting internal and external pressure

MENAJuly 23, 2025
Jamie Prentis
Lebanon's President Joseph Aoun is escorted to his flight by Bahrain's Foreign Minister Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani, at the end of his two-day visit to Manama. Photo: Bahrain News Agency
Bahrain says it will establish Beirut mission as President Aoun visits

President's trip is part of drive to mend ties and revive co-operation with Gulf states

MENAJuly 23, 2025
Vanessa Ghanem
The Liberian-flagged Eternity C cargo ship sinks in the Red Sea after it was attacked by the Houthi rebels. EPA
AnalysisThe Houthis have become too disruptive to ignore

Experts warn there is miscalculation in assessing the real danger posed by the rebel group

MENAJuly 18, 2025
Vanessa Ghanem
US President Donald Trump meets Bahrain Crown Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa in the Oval Office. EPA
US and Bahrain sign 'milestone' nuclear co-operation agreement

Pact among billions of dollars worth of deals done during Prince Salman's visit to Washington

EconomyJuly 17, 2025
Salim A. Essaid
Syrian President Ahmad Al Shara, a former rebel fighter, has recast himself as a pragmatist leading a transitional government. Reuters
AnalysisWhy Gulf states are rushing to shape Syria’s post-sanctions transition

Nation's reintegration into regional diplomacy presents opportunities and risks

GulfJuly 11, 2025
Vanessa Ghanem
Saudi Arabia's Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun at the presidential palace in Baabda, Lebanon, in January. Reuters
Saudi Arabia reasserts role in Lebanon amid push for Hezbollah disarmament

The Saudis and Americans are aligned on Lebanon’s future, sources say

MENAJuly 09, 2025
Vanessa Ghanem
The pills were found in a shipment due to be routed through Georgia to Saudi Arabia, Lebanese media reported. SPA
Saudi-Lebanese operation foils smuggling of five million amphetamine pills

Co-operation between Riyadh and Beirut hailed after drugs found hidden in tableware

MENAJuly 02, 2025
Vanessa Ghanem
A Gulf-US Summit was held in Riyadh on May 14. Getty Images
Gulf states grow wary after Iran's strike in Qatar tests regional detente

While Tehran described the strike as an act of 'self defence', the barrage pierced a long-standing regional red line

GulfJuly 02, 2025
Vanessa Ghanem
People take part in a celebration organised by Hezbollah outside the Iranian embassy in Beirut. EPA
ExclusiveIran urged Hezbollah to stay out of war to ensure its survival

Iran’s proxy in Lebanon forced to confront new reality

MENAJune 26, 2025
Vanessa Ghanem
Iran said it would not respect a ceasefire if there were no further attacks by Israel. Reuters
Middle East pushes to preserve fragile peace between Israel and Iran

Iran seeks to repair Gulf ties after attack on Qatar base

MENAJune 24, 2025
Hamza Hendawi
The Qatari capital of Doha. Missiles lit up the sky over the city as Iran retaliated against American strikes. AFP
AnalysisHas Iran traded goodwill with Gulf states to avoid war with Trump?

Tehran has sidestepped escalation with the US, but may have reignited mistrust across Gulf

MENAJune 24, 2025
Vanessa Ghanem
Israel's air defences intercept Iranian missiles over Tel Aviv. Hundreds have been killed as the countries exchange missile strikes. EPA
China not expected to provide military support to Iran in war with Israel

President Xi Jinping has called for all parties, but 'especially Israel', to halt strikes

MENAJune 19, 2025
Vanessa Ghanem
Iran and Israel have exchanged several rounds of missile and drone fire in their worst direct confrontation yet. Reuters
InterviewIran predicted to run out of missiles ‘a lot sooner’ than Israel

Four members of Congress on visit to Abu Dhabi speak to The National

MENAJune 18, 2025
Vanessa Ghanem
The Gulf Co-operation Council has condemned Israel's attacks on Iran. AFP
Gulf on high alert to de-escalate Israel-Iran war

Gulf nations are increasing urgent diplomatic efforts to halt war

MENAJune 17, 2025
Vanessa Ghanem
Passengers at Queen Alia International Airport in Amman on Friday. Jordanian airspace reopened on Saturday. Reuters
Jordan, Syria and Lebanon reopen airspace amid escalating strikes between Israel

Middle East Airlines announces resumption of flights from Beirut

AviationJune 14, 2025
Fareed Rahman
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