Interviews

Gaza Mum: Laila El Haddad on the genocide in Gaza, intersection of Palestinian food and politics, and legacy of Refaat Alareer
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The New Arab Meets: Gazan author, journalist, and mother, Laila El-Haddad. In an exclusive interview, Laila speaks about Gaza, foodwashing, and staying hopeful.
Mosab Abu Toha on escaping Israeli terror
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The New Arab Meets: Palestinian poet, Mosab Abu Toha. Abducted by Israel having raided Gaza, Mosab details his desperate escape and hopes for a free Gaza.
Richard Boyd Barrett: Why Ireland must stand with Palestine
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The New Arab Meets: Irish politician and activist, Richard Boyd Barrett. He discusses Ireland's support for Palestine and why the West is reluctant to follow.
Olympic surfer Ramzi Boukhiam rides the waves for Morocco
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The New Arab Meets: Ramzi Boukhiam, the first surfer to represent Morocco at the Olympics, to talk about his inspirations, and what surfing means in Morocco.
Afzal Khan speaks to The New Arab [TNA]
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The New Arab Meets: Afzal Khan, who made a career-impacting decision in November when he stepped down from the Labour shadow cabinet over the Gaza war. He discusses why he will continue championing the cause of Palestine and the Palestinian people.
Jenny Dakosta Van Mputu
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The New Arab Meets: Human rights activist Jenny Dakosta Van Mputu to discuss the silent genocide in Congo, the silence of Western media and what more needs to be done to help the people of Congo.
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The New Arab Meets: British Moroccan actress & star of ITVX's The Effects of Lying, Laila Rouass. She talks with urgency about a ceasefire in Gaza, taking a stand for Palestinians’ human rights and what it’s like to be asked 'Do you condemn Hamas?'
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The New Arab Meets: North African selector and DJ, Cheb Mimo, whose efforts to uncover and share forgotten treasures are contributing to a revival of the region’s musical heritage at home and abroad.
The New Arab Meets: Motaz Azaiza, Gaza's window to the world
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The New Arab Meets: Gazan photojournalist, photographer, and filmmaker, Motaz Azaiza. Since October 7, Motaz's Instagram posts and media appearances have captured the world, offering humane and tragic insight into the plight of the Palestinians.
Samar Tarik
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The New Arab Meets: Egyptian musician Samar Tarik, whose lyrics are more than just words. Ahead of her London’s Connecting Culture performance in November, Samar shares what drives her, the need for a bigger spotlight & being a voice for introverts.