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A recent graduate of the with a degree in International History, Jahan’s academic foundation is deeply rooted in the historical contexts of the regions he now reports on. During his time at LSE, he was also an active member of the drama society, even performing at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival —a creative background that perhaps informs the narrative depth found in his writing. Notable Reporting and Focus Areas

: He has provided on-the-ground perspectives for publications like New Lines Magazine , including reportage on volunteer paramedic units in Southern Lebanon. jahan de bellaigue

, he secured first place in the intermediate category at the Annual Arabic Declamation Prize for his performance of Nizar Qabbani’s poetry. Professional Background : He holds a First-Class Honours degree in International History London School of Economics (LSE) International Experience : Beyond journalism, he has volunteered for the Aga Khan Rural Support Programme A recent graduate of the with a degree

De Bellaigue captures a specific, harrowing brand of resilience. He writes of a unit chief whose phone buzzes in his pocket with news of fresh strikes even as he mourns the loss of his own teenage son, killed by the very violence he spends his days racing toward. There is a haunting pragmatism here: the paramedics laugh, they mourn, and then they head back out to the next strike location, driven by a stoicism that feels both heroic and heartbreakingly necessary. , he secured first place in the intermediate

De Bellaigue's writing is characterized by a focus on the immediate, tangible impacts of war—such as the rhythmic scraping of shovels by first responders or the silence of "ghost towns" following strikes. He frequently explores themes of humanitarian crisis, displacement, and the specific vulnerabilities of medical personnel in active war zones.

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