Thus, DW has entered a new stage in finding a journalist to run the Arab department, which is experiencing many problems, especially from the spontaneous accusation by some employees of “anti-Semitism” against the backdrop of their position. in support of the Palestinian cause. This led the German network to approve new employment contracts that say employees agree to “Israel’s right to exist!”
A few months after Scharruf’s resignation, DW finally announced the appointment of German journalist Jan Kohlmann as his successor, who will take over from early 2023.
In this context, the radio station said in a news article published on its social media pages that Coleman had studied history and worked as director of the Beirut office of the German Press Agency (DPA) for eight years. years, as well as coverage of various events in Lebanon, Turkey, Afghanistan and other countries.
Source: Al-Akhbar