The Frontlines of Journalism: Nadia Bilbassy on Conflict and Credibility

In our latest episode, Nadia Bilbassy, the Bureau Chief for Al Arabiya News Channel and the outlet’s chief White House Correspondent, reflects on a groundbreaking career that has taken her from some of the world’s most dangerous conflict zones to the center of U.S. foreign policy reporting in Washington. Drawing on decades of experience covering wars, diplomacy, and political upheaval, Bilbassy discusses what reporting from places like Sudan, Rwanda, Somalia, and Iraq taught her about journalism, responsibility, and the human cost of conflict. She also explored her role as a pioneering Arab journalist reporting from Africa for a major Arab television network, the evolution of journalism in the digital age, and the growing challenges posed by misinformation, polarization, and social media. Bilbassy offers insights into how Arab audiences view the United States, the complexities of covering American foreign policy for international viewers, and the realities of war reporting from both the battlefield and the diplomatic arena.This interview was conducted by Alan Herrera, who oversees AFPC-USA's editorial operations.