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| 1. Name: |
Abdel Bari Atwan |
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Editor-in-Chief, al-Quds al-Arabi
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| 3. Biography: |
From 1970, Atwan studied in Egypt, first in Alexandria, then at Cairo University where he majored in Journalism. He later earned his Masters from London University's School of Oriental and African Studies.
Atwan's journalism career started in Libya in 1974 when a lucky break propelled him into Colonel Gadaffi's good books. His very first article appeared on the front page of Gadaffi's favorite newspaper. A stint in Saudi Arabia working for al-Madina and Asharq al-Awsat led to a posting in London as Bureau Chief.
In 1988, Atwan founded al Quds al-Arabi, the only truly independent Arab daily newspaper. Atwan became the focus of global media interest when he interviewed (and spent three days with) Osama bin Laden in 1996. His hair-raising trip to Tora Bora in Afghanistan is recounted in vivid detail in his book, The Secret History of Al Qa'ida.
Mr. Atwan and his wife celebrated their silver wedding in 2009. They have three children.
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| 4. Involvement/Affiliations: |
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Editor-in-Chief, Al Quds al-Arabi
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Bureau Chief, Asharq al Awsat
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Journalist, al-Madina
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Journalist, al Balaagh
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| 5. Education: |
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M.A., Oriental and African Studies, London University, 1981
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Journalism Degree, Cairo University
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| 6. Published Works: |
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The Secret History of Al Qa'ida, 2006
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A Country of Words: The Life of Abdel Bari Atwan: A Palestinian Journey from the Refugee Camp to the Front Page, 2008
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| 7. Contact Info: |
Abdel Bari Atwan
Email: abatwan@gmail.com
Website: www.abdelbariatwan.com
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