Zein Basravi

Zein Basravi is a correspondent for Al Jazeera. Recent news articles indicate Basravi has been reporting on significant geopolitical events. In January 2026, Basravi covered the Syrian army's advances in the Aleppo and Raqqa governorates, including the capture of towns from the SDF and the takeover of al-Aqtan prison. Basravi reported from Deir Hafer, where residents celebrated the Syrian army's arrival, and from Aleppo regarding the declaration of military zones and the SDF's destruction of bridges. Prior to this, in December 2025, Basravi was reporting from Taiwan on China's live-fire military drills and Taiwan's response. Basravi's reporting provides on-the-ground perspectives on these unfolding situations, offering insights into the military actions, civilian reactions, and geopolitical tensions in these regions.