The expansion of Ambassador Tom Barrack’s mandate to include Iraq along with his continued roles in Turkey and Syria will likely be welcomed in Ankara, where he has played a key role in advancing US-Turkish ties.
Amberin Zaman is a chief correspondent at Al-Monitor, based in Paris, where she covers major stories in the Middle East and North Africa, focusing on geopolitical trends, diplomacy, and human rights. With extensive experience reporting on conflicts in Iraq, Syria, and the South Caucasus, Zaman is recognized for her courageous work on Turkey and the Kurds, earning her the title of "Hero" from the Coalition for Women in Journalism. She has also been featured in The Armenian Mirror-Spectator and has contributed to notable publications such as The Economist and The Washington Post.
