Israel’s Expanding Permit Regime
How racial hierarchy and bureaucracy are reshaping Jerusalem.
Tag: Middle Eastern Politics
Modern Iran in 8 Songs
From classical melodies to rap, Iran’s music reveals its long struggle for political freedom.
The Mission of Medina
How Saudi religious education has dynamically expanded the influence of Wahhabism.
The Making of the Syrian Disaster
How state interests stoked radicalism and abandoned the moderates in the opposition.
Learning from Turkey’s Coup Attempt
The failed coup can offer a chance for a new democratic settlement.
