Gareth Browne

Gareth Browne, a Beirut-based Middle East correspondent, tracks Israel’s calculations, Hizbullah’s weakness and Lebanon’s struggle to reclaim sovereignty. Sue-Lin Wong, an Asia correspondent covering politics and society, explores why Islam is becoming more central in public life across South-East Asia. There is also a brief tribute to philosopher Jürgen Habermas.

Gareth Browne, Dubai-based reporter who filed a vivid first-person dispatch. Gregg Carlstrom, regional correspondent tracking Gulf responses and escalation. Nicolas Pelham, on-the-ground analyst of Iran and its leadership. They discuss Iran’s leadership loss and succession. They describe missile and drone strikes across the Gulf. They outline how Gulf states are reacting to unprecedented instability.

Gareth Browne, a Middle East correspondent for The Economist, and Clarissa Ward, a CNN correspondent and former advisor to Austin Tice, delve into the mystery of Tice's disappearance in Syria. They discuss the political implications of his capture under Assad's regime and share personal insights from their experiences in the war-torn region. Browne illustrates the resilience of former political prisoners, while Ward reflects on her emotional bond with Tice, highlighting the dangers and complexities faced by journalists in conflict zones.