Sofia Aboudari

Aboudari

Sofia is a UK-based journalist with a Post-Graduate Diploma in Multimedia Journalism from Manchester Metropolitan University and a Master's Degree in International Relations from Brunei University London. She started her career as a trainee reporter at the BBC’s Arabic-language service.

Areas of focus: The Maghreb, pop culture, minority issues

Eurovision: Why Arab countries refuse to compete

The Eurovision Song Contest's highly anticipated 67th edition is set to captivate audiences in Liverpool on Saturday. The New Arab sheds light on previous Arab participation and the reason for its discontinuation.

13 May, 2023

Over 300 detainees in Yemen released in ICRC-managed deal

Many of the prisoners had not seen family members or loved ones during their detention period, and were reunited in 'emotional scenes' across Yemen.

14 April, 2023

PA to call for 'stop to Israeli aggressions' at Egypt summit

The summit in Sharm el-Sheikh is aimed at discussing measures to de-escalate violence in the occupied Palestinian territories, ahead of the holy Muslim month of Ramadan.

18 March, 2023

Manchester University spotlights Palestinian culture

Artists, musicians and poets showcased Palestinian customs and culture for students at the University of Manchester through animation, Arabic instruments and spoken word poetry.

04 March, 2023