Iran: The protests, the blackout and the narrative war
Internal revolt and external pressure collide in Iran. Plus, Cory Doctorow on the AI hype machine.

Internal revolt and external pressure collide in Iran. Plus, Cory Doctorow on the AI hype machine.
A weekly programme that examines and dissects the world’s media, how they operate and the stories they cover.
Violence is out of control in the West Bank – and the few covering it are being assaulted.

The BBC reels in the midst of one of its most serious crises – was it manufactured to push it to the brink?

Israel reels after an army insider outs herself as the source of a leak showing the rape of a Palestinian prisoner.

In New York City, a mayoral election with stakes that extend far beyond its five boroughs.

The spectacle of the Gaza deal and double standards in the coverage of the captives’ release in Israel and Gaza.

A relentless push to control how Israel is seen in US media – led by the billionaire Ellison family.

The chilling playbook Israel has developed for journalists in Gaza.
When symbolism trumps substance: Western states rush to recognise Palestine while arming Israel.

Charlie Kirk was both the symptom and the disease afflicting the USA.
A wrecking ball out of control – Israel’s attack on Doha sends tremors around the world.
