James Harrington

Senior War Correspondent

Middle East & NATO OperationsLondon, United Kingdom

James Harrington is a veteran war correspondent with over two decades of experience covering conflicts across the Middle East, North Africa, and Eastern Europe. He has reported from the front lines in Iraq, Syria, and Afghanistan, and has been embedded with NATO forces on multiple deployments. His reporting on the human cost of armed conflict has earned him recognition from the Royal Television Society and the Overseas Press Club. He joined The Conflict Desk as Senior War Correspondent in 2024.

Articles by James Harrington

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UN General Assembly hall, where the Commission of Inquiry released its landmark determination on Russian war crimes in Ukraine.

International LawLive

UN Declares Russia's Deportation of Ukrainian Children a Crime Against Humanity

The UN formally declares Russia's systematic deportation of Ukrainian children a crime against humanity, establishing legal grounds for prosecution and marking a significant escalation in international accountability efforts.

March 13, 20267 min read

Iranian Army soldiers during a military parade, showcasing military capabilities

Middle EastLive

US-Israel War on Iran Escalates: Intense Airstrikes, Civilian Toll, and Strait of Hormuz Mined

The United States and Israel launched coordinated airstrikes on Iran beginning February 28, 2026, severely degrading Iran's missile and drone capabilities. March 10 was described as the most intense day of strikes.

March 10, 20268 min read