Omar Ghabra

@omarghabra

Omar Ghabra, an independent journalist based in Seattle, has written for The Nation, The Atlantic, Al Jazeera America, Scientific American, and The Huffington Post.

Why Syrian Refugees in Turkey Are Leaving for Europe

Why Syrian Refugees in Turkey Are Leaving for Europe Why Syrian Refugees in Turkey Are Leaving for Europe

“Maybe you’ll see a picture of me floating on one of those little boats.”

Sep 28, 2015 / Omar Ghabra

The Cowardice of Bill Maher’s Anti-Muslim Bigotry

The Cowardice of Bill Maher’s Anti-Muslim Bigotry The Cowardice of Bill Maher’s Anti-Muslim Bigotry

What is brave about expressing an opinion that’s already held by a plurality of Americans?

Oct 23, 2014 / Omar Ghabra

Is Washington Purposely Bleeding Syria?

Is Washington Purposely Bleeding Syria? Is Washington Purposely Bleeding Syria?

There’s growing evidence that the Obama administration is providing just enough aid to the rebels to sustain the war, but not enough to topple Assad.

Apr 25, 2014 / Omar Ghabra

How the Coal Industry Impoverishes West Virginia

How the Coal Industry Impoverishes West Virginia How the Coal Industry Impoverishes West Virginia

The recent chemical spill is the latest chapter in a very old story: total capitulation to industry by state officials. 

Jan 24, 2014 / Omar Ghabra

In Syria, the Assault on Healthcare Is a Weapon of War

In Syria, the Assault on Healthcare Is a Weapon of War In Syria, the Assault on Healthcare Is a Weapon of War

The growing humanitarian catastrophe is not just an accidental outcome of the conflict—the Assad regime has been deliberately targeting healthcare infrastructure and personne...

Nov 7, 2013 / Omar Ghabra

How Bashar al-Assad Destroyed My Country

How Bashar al-Assad Destroyed My Country How Bashar al-Assad Destroyed My Country

Before there was a civil war and before Syria became the world’s chessboard, there was a peaceful uprising for freedom and dignity.

Sep 25, 2013 / Omar Ghabra

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