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About Owen
Owen Holdaway is a seasoned freelance journalist with over 15 years of experience in the field, currently based in the Middle East. His work has been featured across a range of prominent media outlets including the BBC, Al Jazeera, ABC Australia, Fairfax Media, Network Ten, CBS, The Sun, The Daily Mail, and France24, among others. With a focus on conflict zones, Owen has dedicated the past five years to reporting on the battle against the so-called Islamic State in Iraq and Syria, including the intense nine-month campaign to liberate Mosul and the fall of ISIS's de facto capital, Raqqa.

As a war reporter for The Sun, Owen has become known for his in-depth coverage of the ISIS conflict in Iraq. His reporting has not only shed light on military operations but also on the human stories emerging from the conflict, such as the formation of the all-female Yazidi battalion 'Sun Girls', who took a stand against ISIS atrocities. He has also brought international attention to the tragic consequences of terrorism, exemplified by his coverage of the ISIS suicide bombing in a Baghdad shopping center that claimed over 250 lives.

Currently stationed in Beirut, Lebanon, Owen is equipped with his own video and audio capturing gear, as well as the editing skills and software necessary to produce high-quality reports from the field. His commitment to journalism is evident in his survival of a sniper attack in Mosul, where a colleague was shot but miraculously saved by a GoPro camera. Examples of Owen's impactful work, which continues to highlight the resilience of communities amidst war and terror, can be found on his personal website.
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The Taliban will enjoy killing us: Gay man trapped in Afghanistan says Taliban 'are hunting us'

27 Aug 2021  |  Mail Online
A gay man in Kabul describes the Taliban's brutal treatment of LGBTQ+ individuals, fearing for his life under their rule. The Taliban's rise to power has worsened the already dire situation for LGBTQ+ people in Afghanistan, where homosexuality is punishable by death. The article includes accounts from US Special Forces sniper Tim Kennedy and comments from Nancy Kelley of Stonewall, highlighting the severe persecution faced by LGBTQ+ Afghans. Amidst this, the UK is ending its evacuation mission following ISIS-K terror attacks, focusing on evacuating those already at Kabul airport.

Incredible footage shows Sun reporter caught in sniper attack in Iraq

16 May 2017  |  The Sun
Sun reporter Owen Holdaway was caught in a sniper attack in Mosul, Iraq, where his colleague Ammar Alwaely was shot. The bullet hit a GoPro camera Ammar was wearing, which likely saved his life. Owen and Ammar received medical attention, and Ammar was treated for dehydration. The article also mentions that ISIS has an all-female sniper unit and highlights the ongoing battle in Mosul, where Iraqi forces are fighting against ISIS. The city is still divided, and civilians are trapped in the conflict zone facing shortages and bombardment.

Four members of SAME family die in ISIS Baghdad shopping mall terror attack

05 Jul 2016  |  Mail Online
A devastating ISIS suicide bombing in a Baghdad shopping centre on Saturday killed at least 250 people, including four members of the Al-Issa family. The attack occurred as shoppers were preparing for the Eid festival. Among the victims were four-year-old Ruqaya Al-Issa, her father Hassan, and her two brothers, Hadi and Zaid. The explosion caused a massive fire, trapping many inside the building. The death toll makes it the deadliest incident in Baghdad in years, with many bodies so charred they require DNA identification. The attack has sparked anger against the government for failing to provide security. Rescuers continue to search for victims, while families mourn and wait for news of their loved ones.

The women of an all-female Yazidi batallion is risking death - or worse - to fight back against the ISIS thugs who abducted, raped or murdered thousands of their people.

17 Aug 2015  |  Mail Online
The article discusses the formation and motivation of an all-female Yazidi battalion called the 'Sun Girls', led by Xate Shingali, a renowned Yazidi singer. These women have come together to fight against ISIS in response to the atrocities committed by the terrorist group against the Yazidi community, including abduction, rape, and murder. Despite the risk of death or enslavement, the battalion, which includes women aged 17 to 30, is determined to fight back and seek revenge. They are currently receiving basic military training from Kurdish fighters and are in need of more advanced training and weapons. The article highlights individual stories of the battalion members and their transformation from civilians to fighters, driven by the desire to protect their people and avenge the wrongs inflicted upon them by ISIS.

Growing concerns over 'swatting', a phenomenon masterminded by anonymous mischief-makers

30 Nov 2012  |  www.smh.com.au
Swatting, the act of making hoax emergency calls to provoke a heavy police response, has become a significant concern for law enforcement and public figures. High-profile individuals like Simon Cowell and Justin Bieber have been targeted, leading to dangerous situations and wasted resources. The phenomenon, which started among computer gamers, has evolved, with perpetrators using technology to mask their identity and location. Efforts to combat swatting include new legislation for harsher penalties and improved tracing methods. Despite these measures, challenges remain, such as the difficulty in tracking spoofed calls and the current classification of false police reports as misdemeanors in California.

A message to my rapist

08 Nov 2012  |  www.smh.com.au
Brie Lybrand, a former beauty queen and YouTube personality, publicly accused her father, Steven Bressler, of raping and torturing her from the age of four to thirteen. In a YouTube video titled 'A message to my rapist,' Lybrand revealed her trauma after discovering Bressler had subscribed to her channel. The video has gained international attention, with mixed reactions from the public. Experts like Antonia Quadara and psychologist Judith Kennedy commented on the typicality of delayed abuse disclosures and the importance of public support for victims. In Australia, sexual abuse statistics are alarmingly high, with one in three women and one in six men being victims.

Spectacular Planck space images help explain universe

05 Jul 2010  |  www.bbc.co.uk
The European Space Agency has released a new image of the universe from the Planck space telescope, which surveyed the 'oldest light' in the cosmos. The map took just over six months to assemble, and the data is expected to enhance understanding of the universe's appearance.
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