Ismaeel Naar

Ismaeel Naar is a seasoned journalist with extensive experience in various prominent media organizations. Currently serving as the Arab Affairs Editor and previously as a Breaking News Reporter at The National News since December 2021, Ismaeel Naar has a strong background in online journalism, having worked as a Senior Online Journalist and Shift Editor at Al Arabiya News Channel from August 2015 to December 2021, where recognition included the Young Arab Journalist of the Year award in December 2016. Prior to this, Ismaeel Naar contributed as a Freelance Contributor for Al Jazeera Media Network and held positions as an Online Journalist and Producer Intern at EuroNews and the Financial Times, respectively. A graduate of Northwestern University with a Bachelor's Degree in Journalism and Middle Eastern Studies, Ismaeel Naar is well-versed in covering significant regional events and producing engaging multimedia content.