From FATA to Washington | Rahman Bunairee's Journey | Podcast 123

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In this captivating episode of the podcast, we are honored to host Rahman Bunairee, an award-winning journalist, poet, and writer. Bunairee bravely covered the intense battle between Pakistani troops and militants in FATA and NWFP regions for VOA's Deewa Service. Bunairee's commitment to journalism came at a great personal cost. In 2009, militants targeted his family's home in Buner, Pakistan, due to his reporting. Faced with danger, he sought refuge in Karachi and later Islamabad before ultimately finding asylum in the United States. Bunairee now works from VOA's headquarters in Washington, D.C., continuing to shed light on the situation in the Pakistan border region. Before moving to the United States, Bunairee worked in Karachi as a journalist and made important contributions to the media industry. He worked as the Station Manager and Deputy Director News for AVT Khyber/Khyber News, a well-known Pakistani Pashto TV channel. Additionally, Bunairee's talents extended to writing, with contributions to Pashto magazine Jaras and various Urdu-language newspapers, including Weekly Roshan Pakistan. His work covered a wide array of topics including international politics, terrorism, the Afghan war, human rights, and women and development issues in the region. Since being based in Washington D.C., Bunairee has used his platform to raise thought-provoking issues in his weekly show, "Washington to Khyber." This special program caters to the FATA people, addressing their unique concerns and bringing their voices to the forefront. Join us as we delve into Rahman Bunairee's incredible journey as a journalist, his unwavering dedication to truth and justice, and his ongoing efforts to bridge the gap between Washington D.C. and the Khyber region. This is an episode you won't want to miss! Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share to spread the powerful stories and insights brought to you by Rahman Bunairee in this exclusive podcast episode. #Journalism #Pakistan #VOA #FATA #RahmanBunairee