With over 30 years of journalistic experience from Jordan to the UAE, Khitam has reported national and regional news from Dubai for the past 22 years, with a focus on the UAE, GCC and wider Arab affairs. As news editor, she brings extensive expertise to bring the latest and most engaging news to our readers. He began his career as a translator, moving through roles as a senior translator and lead translator before moving into an editorial role, leading to his current leadership role. Her responsibilities include monitoring and communicating breaking news to the public in a timely and accurate manner across the UAE and Arab region. Born into a family of journalists, Kitam's passion for news was ignited early in life. The defining moment of her youth came in September 1985, when she had the chance to chat with the late British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher during a visit to a Palestinian refugee camp north of Amman. During this encounter, Kitam shared the experience of a family that was expelled from their home in Palestine and then sought refuge in Jordan. This emotional exchange not only deepened her understanding of geopolitical issues, but also solidified her decision to pursue a career in journalism, with the aim of highlighting the stories of people affected by regional conflicts. Committed to accurate and timely reporting, Kitam strives to find news that is of interest to her readers, making her a trusted source of news about the UAE and wider Gulf region.
