Browse newsletters about middle east

The Beinart Notebook

by Peter Beinart

Peter Beinart analyzes U.S. foreign policy and Israel-Palestine, advocating for earned moral authority and Jewish safety via Palestinian equality. Expect sharp insights.

Israel Diaries | Sheri Oz | Substack

by Sheri Oz

Sheri Oz provides incisive, no-nonsense analysis of Israeli society and geopolitics. A trauma therapist turned journalist, she challenges prevailing narratives.

GeoPolitiQ | Ismaele | Substack

by Ismaele

Ismaele's GeoPolitiQ dissects geopolitics, fighting propaganda and political interests to bring truth to global events, with a special focus on the Middle East crisis.

Infinite Jaz | Jasper Diamond Nathaniel | Substack

by Jasper Diamond Nathaniel

Jasper Diamond Nathaniel provides deeply reported, self-funded stories and analysis from the West Bank, exposing the occupation's brutality and holding power to account.

The Mizrahi Perspective | Alon Mizrahi | Substack

by Alon Mizrahi

Alon Mizrahi, an Arab-Jewish anti-establishment radical, offers compelling cultural and political analyses, exploring decolonization and his estrangement from Zionism.

The Blood-Rep | Tam Hussein | Substack

by Tam Hussein

Tam Hussein, a veteran investigative journalist, provides unparalleled on-the-ground analysis and exclusive insights drawn from his decade working in conflict zones.

Word on the Street | Jeremy Ben-Ami | Substack

by Jeremy Ben-Ami

J Street's Word on the Street offers expert, balanced analysis on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, US foreign policy, and the fight against antisemitism.

Andrew Fox

by Andrew Fox

Former British Army Major Andrew Fox provides first-hand reporting and deep analysis from global conflict zones, informed by his extensive field experience.

MENADEFENSE ANALYSES | Akram Kharief MENADEFENSE | Substack

by Akram Kharief MENADEFENSE

Akram Kharief's MENADEFENSE ANALYSES offers in-depth reporting and insights on defense topics pertinent to the Middle East and North Africa.

The Abrahamic Metacritique

by Hussein Aboubakr Mansour

Hussein Aboubakr Mansour's Critique and Digest offers deep, winding meditations for those who enjoy verbosity and overexplaining.

@WDI_Afghanistan’s Substack | Substack

by @WDI_Afghanistan

WDI Afghanistan advocates for women in Afghanistan whose basic human rights are denied. The newsletter offers news and updates on their situation.

Love of the Land

by Alex Stein

Alex Stein's 'Love of the Land' explores themes of nature, land stewardship, and our profound connection to the environment.

Aymenn’s Monstrous Publications

by Aymenn Jawad Al-Tamimi

Aymenn Jawad Al-Tamimi provides exclusive translations and primary sources on present-day jihadism, Iraq and Syria's past and present, and medieval Europe.

Clarity with Michael Oren | Substack

by Michael Oren

Former Israeli Ambassador Michael Oren offers longform insights and reflections on Israel, the Jewish world, and Middle Eastern history.

Between Us

by Nadav Eyal

Between Us by Nadav Eyal: deeply sourced analysis and reporting on Israel and the Middle East. Essential weekly columns.

Ryan Dawson's Anti-neocon Report

by Ryan Dawson

Ryan Dawson offers anti-neocon podcasts and reports, primarily supporting ANC, which is restricted from PayPal/Patreon because of 'thought crimes'.

Richard Medhurst’s Newsletter

by Richard Medhurst

Analysis of US politics, international relations, and the Middle East, focusing on Israel-Palestine, Iran, and Russia-Ukraine conflicts.

Palestine Deep Dive | Substack

by Palestine Deep Dive

Palestine Deep Dive is an independent, Palestinian-led multimedia platform amplifying Palestinian voices, exposing truth, and challenging media bias for liberation.

Jerusalem Journal | Avi Mayer | Substack

by Avi Mayer

Former Jerusalem Post Editor-in-Chief Avi Mayer offers insights, analysis, and conversation on Israel, the Middle East, and the Jewish world.

The Palestine Chronicle | Substack

by The Palestine Chronicle

The Palestine Chronicle is an independent, EU-based non-profit dedicated to educating the public on human rights, national struggles, and democracy in Palestine.

The Debrief with Debra Shushan

by Debra Shushan

Debra Shushan hosts 'The Debrief,' a newsletter designed to connect readers and foster a community around shared interests.

Invisible Boundaries | Gabi Mitchell | Substack

by Gabi Mitchell

Virginia Tech PhD candidate Gabi Mitchell offers reflections on Middle East current events from Jerusalem, with curated links for insights beyond headlines.

Conflicts Forum’s Substack

by Conflicts Forum

Conflicts Forum analyzes geopolitical and geo-financial shifts, focusing on the Middle East/West Asia. Features commentaries by Alastair Crooke.

Between Despair and Determination

by Rebecca Bardach

This newsletter, 'Between Despair and Determination' by Rebecca Bardach, does not currently have specific descriptive content available.

Tel Aviv Diary

by Marc Schulman

Marc Schulman's Tel Aviv Diary provides insights into current events and daily life in Israel and Tel Aviv, fostering a community of engaged readers.

Bearing Witness

by Robina Z Qureshi

Bearing Witness by Robina Z Qureshi documents Palestine from a political perspective to ensure its history is remembered.

Daftar

by Eman Mohammed

Palestinian journalist Eman Mohammed shares raw diaries on living through occupation, grief, and resilience. Daftar aims to build a community that remembers.

The Turbulent World with James M. Dorsey

by James M. Dorsey

Award-winning scholar James M. Dorsey offers "the scoop of interpretation" on geopolitics, the Middle East, the Muslim world, and sports politics.

It's Noon In Israel | Amit Segal | Substack

by Amit Segal

Amit Segal, Israel’s leading journalist and chief political analyst for Channel 12 News, delivers daily essential news, insights, and commentary from Israel.

The Medieval Scholar

by The Medieval Scholar

Explore the rich history of Medieval Europe & the Middle East, covering culture, warfare, and notable figures.

Voice of Zion | Yonah E | Substack

by Yonah E

Yonah E delivers a no-holds-barred Zionist perspective, tackling antisemitism and defending Israel with conservative fire, humor, and historical truth.

Alice Rothchild, MD

by Alice Rothchild

Weekly insights on Israel/Palestine politics from physician, author, & filmmaker Alice Rothchild, MD. A 'Week in Review' perspective.

Middle East Uncovered | Substack

by Middle East Uncovered

Middle East Uncovered provides clear-eyed analysis and grounded reporting on political, cultural, and societal shifts in the Middle East, challenging mainstream narratives.

Ottoman Encounters | Doga Ozturk | Substack

by Doga Ozturk

Doğa Ozturk, a historian specializing in the Ottoman Empire and Middle East, shares reflections on academia, mental health, and cultural interests.

Real Scott Ritter | Substack

by Scott Ritter

Former Marine and UN weapons inspector Scott Ritter offers critical analysis on arms control, US-Russian relations, and nuclear disarmament.

Gothic Tales and Desert Revelations

by Victoria Dougherty

Victoria Dougherty shares essays on emotional exile, finding home across continents, and family secrets unearthed after moving to Doha, alongside original gothic fiction.

Israel from the Inside with Daniel Gordis | Substack

by Daniel Gordis

Daniel Gordis explores Israel's soul, revealing its grandeur, failures, and future beyond conflict. Offers nuanced understanding of the Jewish people's journey.

Mission Brief (Official IDF Substack) | LTC Nadav Shoshani | Substack

by LTC Nadav Shoshani

LTC Nadav Shoshani delivers no-fluff news and essential updates from within the IDF, sharing important information directly from the source.

The Ancient Near East Today | Substack

by Ancient Near East Today

The Ancient Near East Today (ANE Today) delivers open-access scholarly articles and curated news from ASOR on the ancient Near East's history and cultures.

This Israeli-American Life | Julie Gray | Substack

by Julie Gray

Journalist Julie Gray shares reflections and essays from her life in Israel, drawing on experiences co-writing with a Holocaust survivor and creating viral historical content.

Israel Take 3 | Substack

by Israel Take 3

Israel Take 3 creates podcast documentaries that delve into the Jewish people's 2,000-year return to their homeland, guided by a former journalist and rabbi.

Tuzara Post Newsletter

by Joe Tuzara, M.D. @TuzaraPost

Joe Tuzara, M.D.'s TuzaraPost offers uncensored, balanced news & op-eds, focusing on Israel & the Middle East. It provides rigorous, military-backed accountability journalism.

Out Loud with Ahmed | Ahmed Eldin | Substack

by Ahmed Eldin

Ahmed Eldin's Out Loud delivers unfiltered interviews, video breakdowns, and essays, challenging silence on Palestine, power, and stories corporate media avoids.