Aya Batrawy appears in the following:
Brutal murder of West Darfur governor as the violence in Sudan enters third month
Thursday, June 15, 2023
As the conflict in Sudan enters its third month, the UN condemns the brutal murder of the governor of West Darfur and calls for a halt to the "spiraling violence" that seems no closer to ending.
Sudanese fleeing to Egypt face challenges despite deep ties and interwoven histories
Thursday, June 15, 2023
The exodus of more than 210,000 people from Sudan to Egypt since the war began in April highlights the deep ties that bind the countries — and Egypt's mixed legacy in Sudan.
Hundreds of thousands of Sudanese refugees face an uncertain future in Egypt
Saturday, June 10, 2023
Thousands of Sudanese have fled north from fighting in their home country into Egypt. Now they have to struggle to find their way in a country facing its own problems.
UNICEF and ICRC work with Sudan's government to evacuate 297 orphans
Friday, June 09, 2023
After 60 children died, nearly 300 others have been rescued from an orphanage in Sudan's capital, where fighting has been raging for weeks.
Iran reopens its embassy in Saudi Arabia as the Gulf rivals restore ties
Tuesday, June 06, 2023
The reopened embassy could ease travel between the two countries as they work to resume direct flights, increase trade and restore business ties.
What the crown prince of Jordan's marriage to a Saudi architect means for politics
Thursday, June 01, 2023
Jordan's crown prince has married a Saudi architect. The union carries political undertones and comes at a critical time for Jordan.
People fleeing Sudan face uncertain futures in Egypt, Saudi Arabia and beyond
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
In Port Sudan, Jeddah, Aswan and Cairo, people have sought safety from the fighting in Khartoum. After making difficult decisions and journeys, the biggest challenges for many are only beginning.
Leaders from across the Middle East are meeting in Saudi Arabia
Friday, May 19, 2023
Syria's President Bashar al-Assad is officially ending years of isolation by the region's powers over his brutal civil war that has killed an estimated half a million people.
Zelenskyy arrives at Arab League summit, as Saudi Arabia flexes diplomatic muscle
Thursday, May 18, 2023
With the Ukrainian president's visit, Syria's president returning to the fold and Saudi Arabia's recent detente with Iran, this year's Arab League summit reflects a changing region.
People struggle with higher food prices in Egypt's economic crisis
Saturday, May 13, 2023
The war in Ukraine and Egypt's own economic crisis have made it hard for people in Cairo to afford food. Charities are straining to meet the need.
Sudan conflict threatens neighboring countries. We visit the Egypt-Sudan border
Monday, May 08, 2023
Fighting continues in Sudan even as talks were to begin in Saudi Arabia between representatives of the warring factions. People continue to flee the conflict and humanitarian needs are growing.
People are fleeing Sudan's conflict for an uncertain future as refugees
Sunday, May 07, 2023
Refugees from Sudan have poured into nearby countries because of on-going fighting between rival factions. We hear how Egypt has handled the influx.
Port Sudan is a refuge for foreigners and families trying to escape the fighting
Wednesday, May 03, 2023
The Sudanese city of Port Sudan has been overwhelmed by people trying to flee the growing conflict in the country and make their way by ship across the Red Sea to the Saudi city of Jeddah.
Thousands fleeing violence in Sudan are crossing the Red Sea to Saudi Arabia
Monday, May 01, 2023
Thousands are fleeing violence in Sudan and crossing the Red Sea on naval ships to Saudi Arabia, where they're telling their stories and worried about those left behind.
Some 1,000 Americans have been evacuated from Sudan
Monday, May 01, 2023
Thousands of Americans and other foreigners are trying to flee Sudan. Some are making it to Saudi Arabia, but getting out is dangerous and foreign governments are offering limited support.
Deadly stampede in Yemen comes ahead of the Muslim holiday of Eid al-Fitr
Thursday, April 20, 2023
A stampede at a Ramadan charity event in Yemen has killed scores of people. The tragedy was Yemen's deadliest in years that was not related to the country's long-running war.
Despite civil war, Arab states seek to build ties with Syria
Friday, April 14, 2023
Arab states that once opposed and even sought to topple Syria's leadership are now building ties with the regime that is still in power, despite years of civil war.
Life in Syria under U.S. sanctions
Thursday, April 13, 2023
Earthquakes in Syria exposed the devastating needs of people in the war-torn country and raised questions about the impact of U.S. sanctions.
During the holy month of Ramadan, the streets of Cairo take on a different sound
Wednesday, April 12, 2023
The streets of Cairo are busy, vibrant and noisy, but Ramadan brings another kind of flow: Religious beats from a small band.
Top Saudi and Iranian envoys meet in China for a deal that could remake the region
Thursday, April 06, 2023
Their highest level public meeting in years was held in China, which brokered an agreement last month.