Author

Francesca Borri

Francesca Borri is a Middle East war correspondent from Italy. A former human rights officer, she turned to journalism in 2012 to cover the battle for Aleppo. So far, her work has been translated into 20 languages. She is currently based in Baghdad.

Notable Narrative: Luke Mogelson and "The Desperate Battle to Destroy ISIS"

Notable Narrative: Luke Mogelson and “The Desperate Battle to Destroy ISIS”

The writer talks about his tour-de-force story for The New Yorker about an Iraqi SWAT team's fight to save their city -- and the price they paid to do it
July 10, 2017
The Pulitzer at 100: Anthony Shadid, an expert of the human soul

The Pulitzer at 100: Anthony Shadid, an expert of the human soul

War correspondent Francesca Borri on the late journalist's invaluable lesson: On the front line, the only thing you really need is grace.
August 9, 2016