He has previously lived in the Middle East for 9 years, covering the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, the Arab Spring, and the civil wars in Libya and Syria.
Since 2017, he’s been based in the United States, covering the White House, immigration, environment, and trade, while frequently traveling to cover stories in Latin America.
He speaks fluent Spanish, Turkish, Arabic, and varying levels of German, Hebrew, and Chinese. Aside from languages and story-telling, he also has a passion for exploring food and music in different corners of the world.
The film, Dead to Rights, premiered to North American audiences this month. It's a historic retelling of the tragic story of the 1937 Nanjing Massacre, a key chapter in China’s World War Two experience that is not widely-known among Western societies. The landmark movie aims to change that. Read More...
The Chinese movie Ne Zha 2 became the world’s highest‑grossing animated film of all time earlier this year, earning more than $2.2 billion globally. Now the English‑dubbed version will be released in 2,500 theaters across the United States this week. CGTN’s Ediz Tiyansan has more. Read More...
A dangerous heatwave is gripping California and the U.S. Southwest, with cities like Los Angeles facing sweltering conditions. Officials are warning of serious health risks, while wildfire danger has been raised across several states. Relief isn’t expected until early next week. CGTN’s Ediz Tiyansan reports. Read More...
Chinese movie Ne Zha 2 became the world’s highest‑grossing animated film of all time earlier this year. And having already earned more than 2.2 billion dollars globally, the English‑dubbed version will be released in some 2,500 theaters across the United States this week. CGTN’s Ediz Tiyansan has […] Read More...
A legal showdown is underway over a part of U.S. President Donald Trump’s tax and spending law. The legislation blocks abortion clinics that provide services, even if paid for privately, from receiving federal Medicaid funds for a year. But a federal judge has ruled the […] Read More...
The recently signed tax law, dubbed the “Big Beautiful Bill” by U.S. President Donald Trump, is raising alarm over its implications for the education system. The legislation redirects public funding toward private school vouchers and imposes stricter limits on student loan access. Critics argue […] Read More...
Food insecurity is rising across the United States, and experts warn that a new tax cut and spending law signed by President Donald Trump could worsen the situation. Critics say the legislation threatens funding for key programs, potentially reducing benefits for millions of vulnerable […] Read More...
The Port of Los Angeles, is going through one of its most unpredictable periods in recent memory as tariffs continue to worry many. Ediz Tiyansan has more. Read More...
Food insecurity is on the rise across the United States… and critics warn the recent sweeping tax cut and spending law signed by President Donald Trump could make things worse. Observers say changes in funding threaten benefits for millions of vulnerable Americans. CGTN’s Ediz Tiyansan […] Read More...
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