Hawar News

The "ANHA" Hawar News Agency was established on March 1, 2013, by a group of Kurdish journalists based in Belgium. The agency reports on events and shares news from various European nations, the Rojava regions, and other areas of Kurdistan, as well as from Middle Eastern countries. In today's world, where authoritarian regimes often manipulate media to distort information and suppress diverse voices, ANHA strives to provide accurate news and reliable sources to the public. The agency stands against media authoritarianism and works towards creating a society that values moral integrity and political awareness. ANHA believes that media is a vital tool for promoting life principles and fostering a community that embraces a variety of colors, voices, beliefs, and opinions. Recognizing the media's potential to challenge domination and reach millions, ANHA sees journalism as essential for building a democratic society. The agency is committed to advocating for the identity, culture, and history of the Kurdish people and other marginalized groups, particularly those facing cultural and physical genocide. In line with the principles of free media, ANHA aims to dismantle the authoritarian media mindset that is often disconnected from society and rooted in patriarchal views. The agency seeks to foster a media landscape that serves the public, promotes alternative voices, and encourages a participatory approach to journalism. ANHA embraces the values of democratic living, the history and philosophy of democratic civilization, and the principles of environmental and women's rights in its media practices. To fulfill these objectives, the Hawar News Agency actively monitors current events and delivers truthful, compassionate, and objective reporting through a network of correspondents based primarily in Rojava and throughout Kurdistan and the Middle East.