Assed Baig

Assed Baig is a journalist working for Al Jazeera, primarily reporting from regions experiencing conflict and political instability. He is newsworthy due to his on-the-ground reporting of significant events. Recently, he has reported on drone attacks near the US embassy in Baghdad, Iraq, amidst escalating tensions between US forces and Iran-aligned groups. He also covered the targeting of an Iranian Kurdish group in Erbil, Iraq, following President Trump's support for an uprising against Iran. Prior to this, Baig reported extensively on the conflict between Thailand and Cambodia, including the displacement of civilians, ceasefire efforts, and continued fighting despite ongoing talks. His reports provide firsthand accounts and insights into the human impact and geopolitical dynamics of these conflicts, making him a relevant source of information on these ongoing situations.