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My first assignment as an intern at a local TV station was to go to a crime scene in Rome, Italy. Two people died as a result of an exchange of gunfire. It was a summer job, and at that time I was still studying to obtain my BA in Fine and Decorative Art at Sotheby's Institute of Art. I graduated six months later and abandoned my major in school to become a journalist in Italy. In 2004 I was hired by Mediaset, Italy's largest private broadcasting company, as a staff writer for the web site. I covered the Tsunami disaster and John Paul II, followed by the Papal election. 

In 2007 Corriere della Sera, a daily newspaper, offered me a position in the metro section. I started covering education. In 2008 students protested against University reform. Some of the marches ended up with riots and clashes with police. Protests continued throughout the fall and the following spring. I also focused on right wing extremism and I was able to report from the largest European neo-Nazi gathering in North West Italy. 

From that moment onwards I mainly covered social conflicts and political extremism in both Italy and abroad. In 2010 the anti-austerity movement spread throughout the European Union. Hundreds thousands people took to the streets to show their anger over economic reforms. When I moved to the online section of Corriere I went to Greece, Spain, and Germany to cover marches and investigate social issues. I also reported from Iran and Cuba, focusing on young people and their every day lives under a regime. In 2013, I produced Capulcu Voices From Gezi, a documentary on the Istanbul revolt, which took place that summer. I organized and conducted interviews while setting up most of the shooting locations in the city.  

In August 2013, I came to New York to study journalism and politics at Columbia University as a Sanpaolo fellow. I got my MA degree in May. Now I work as a freelance journalist focusing on national security, military issues, and social conflicts.
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North Korea sends top envoy to Russia as it girds for friction with Seoul

17 Sep 2024  |  War Is Boring
North Korea's foreign minister visits Russia for the second time in less than a year, signaling strengthened ties with a key ally. This visit precedes a parliamentary meeting in Pyongyang expected to approve significant measures. The diplomatic move comes amid rising tensions with South Korea.

Marine veteran sold knock-off ballistic gear to more than 100 police, fire, military agencies across U.S.

27 Mar 2024  |  warisboring.com
A Vancouver-based body armor supply company, BulletProof-It, falsely advertised that its ballistic gear, including helmets and vests, were made in the U.S. and met national standards. The fraudulent equipment was sold to over 100 police, fire, and military agencies across the United States.

For Kurds on the Syrian Front Line There’s No Ceasefire

25 Oct 2019  |  Yahoo Entertainment
The article details the ongoing conflict in northeastern Syria, focusing on the Kurdish fighters' struggle against Turkish forces following the U.S. withdrawal. It highlights the resilience of the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) and the impact of the Turkish invasion on civilians. The narrative criticizes the U.S. decision to withdraw troops, Turkey's aggressive actions, and the lack of international intervention. Key figures such as Donald Trump, Recep Tayyip Erdogan, and Kurdish leaders are discussed, with a focus on the shifting alliances and the humanitarian crisis resulting from the conflict.

ISIS, Assad, and Turkey Are Waging a Shadow War on U.S. Allies in Syria

08 Aug 2019  |  www.thedailybeast.com
An enormous fire in Qamishlo, Syria, highlights the ongoing conflict in Northeast Syria, where Turkish, Syrian regime, and ISIS forces are allegedly using arson and other tactics to destabilize the region. Despite President Trump's declaration of ISIS's defeat, insurgent cells remain active, and the U.S.-backed Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) continue to face threats from multiple fronts. Turkish military buildup and threats of invasion have escalated tensions, while local Kurdish and Arab populations struggle with economic hardship and security issues. The article underscores the complex interplay of regional and international actors, including the Syrian regime, Turkish forces, and Iranian-backed militias, all vying for control and influence in the war-torn region.

No time for love, children, 'desires': meet the female Kurdish freedom fighters

30 Aug 2017  |  The Sydney Morning Herald
Female Kurdish fighters, particularly from the YJA Star and YPJ, are depicted as brave and dedicated individuals sacrificing personal desires for the cause of Kurdish independence and women's rights. The article details their rigorous lifestyle, ideological commitments, and significant role in combating Islamic State. It also touches on the broader political and military context, including the involvement of the PKK, the Syrian Democratic Forces, and the impact of Turkish military actions.

Meet the female soldiers in Syria and Iraq fighting for gender equality as much as freedom

18 Aug 2017  |  telegraph.co.uk
Female soldiers in Syria and Iraq, such as Heval Dalal, are fighting within groups like the YPJ and YJA Star not only for freedom from oppressive regimes but also for gender equality. These groups, influenced by the PKK and its founder Abdullah Öcalan, have gained international recognition for their role in combating Isil and promoting women's rights. The YPJ, part of the SDF and allied with the US, has grown to 24,000 soldiers. They enforce laws against gender-based oppression and have been pivotal in the fight against Isil, with commanders like Rojda Felat leading major operations. Despite facing attacks from the Turkish military, which views them as terrorists, these women remain committed to their cause, seeking to change societal roles and achieve true liberation for women.

ISIL retaliates against locals by torching oil wells

31 Oct 2016  |  aljazeera.com
In Qayyarah, Iraq, ISIL set fire to 15 oil wells as a retaliatory measure against locals and to obscure the sky from airstrikes. The fires, along with a sulphur plant set ablaze by ISIL, have caused significant health issues for residents, including bronchitis and rashes. Despite the dangers, children play in the area, which lacks electricity, food, and clean water. Oxfam is working to restore water plants, and the Women and Health Alliance International is treating affected individuals. The Iraqi army has attempted to relocate residents, but many prefer to stay in their homes.

A Culinary Guide to the Kurdish Front Line

05 Jul 2016  |  warisboring.com
Benedetta Argentieri provides a detailed account of the diverse culinary experiences encountered while reporting from the front lines in Iraqi Kurdistan, Kirkuk, and Sinjar. The article highlights the challenges of food and water supply for civilians and troops, particularly the peshmerga, amidst the conflict with Islamic State. It also touches on the hospitality of Kurdish forces, the varying quality of food among different militia groups, and the political tensions affecting supply routes. The PKK, YJA-Star, YBS, and zaravani are among the groups mentioned, each with their unique food practices and challenges. The piece concludes with a reflection on the simplicity of soldiers' meals compared to the more elaborate dishes offered to visitors.

Yazidis unearth mass graves to document Islamic State slaughter

20 Jun 2016  |  dailymail.co.uk
Islamic State militants' 2014 onslaught on the Yazidi community in Sinjar, Iraq, resulted in systematic killings, enslavement, and a declaration of genocide by UN investigators. Survivors and support groups like Yazda are documenting mass graves to establish an accurate record of the atrocities. With nearly 40 mass graves counted, the full extent of the massacre remains unknown. The International Commission on Missing Persons is working to protect these sites, and steps are being taken to prosecute the perpetrators at the International Criminal Court.

Iraq's deaf, dumb and disabled forgotten in the conflict

16 Jun 2016  |  dailymail.co.uk
Intisar Abdulhamid, a 55-year-old woman in Erbil, Iraq, has become a refuge for deaf and disabled individuals fleeing Islamic State's advance. With 30 years of experience helping the deaf, including her husband and four of her five children, Abdulhamid's home serves as a gathering place for support and discussion. Iraq has approximately 2 million people living with disabilities, with limited access to healthcare and rehabilitation. The conflict has destroyed health facilities and driven away professionals. Disabled individuals are vulnerable to societal exclusion and exploitation by militant groups. Abdulhamid and her husband previously founded the Anwar Al-Fallujah Society in Falluja to empower the deaf with various skills, but were forced to flee due to Islamic State's takeover. Abdulhamid's efforts to establish a new center in Erbil have been unsuccessful in securing funding, yet she emphasizes the importance of investing in people with disabilities to give them purpose and aid their families.
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