
Dive deeper into the week’s biggest stories from the Middle East and around the world with The National’s multi-award-winning podcast, Beyond the Headlines — winner of two Signal Awards and the New York Festivals Radio and TV Awards. Nuances are often missed in day-to-day headlines. We go Beyond the Headlines by bringing together the voices of experts and those living the news to provide a clearer... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 505 | Founded | 9 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | PoliticsNewsNews Commentary | |||

The interim agreement aimed at ending the war between the US and Iran has fallen apart barely three weeks after it was signed.
Iran has resumed attacks on commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz, claiming it has control over the entire waterway and... more
On the sidelines of an eventful Nato summit in Ankara, US President Donald Trump was sitting next to his Syrian counterpart Ahmad Al Shara when he announced his intention to lift Syria’s designation as a state sponsor of terrorism.
The move would br... more
The Middle East has been grappling with one conflict after another, leading to countless rounds of negotiations to end fighting.
But even when ceasefires are agreed to, the violence seems to continue, prompting many to question what a ceasefire even... more
Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Al Zaidi has conducted a bold anti-corruption campaign since taking office in May.
One of his first moves was to arrest the deputy oil minister for alleged embezzlement, and to seize millions of dollars in cash as part of th... more
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This program consistently covers Middle East security, geopolitics, and regional power dynamics, with a heavy emphasis on how external actors and civilian realities intersect with policy. Episodes frequently analyze conflicts, diplomacy, arms proliferation, and disinformation, drawing on expert guests and on-the-ground reporting to provide context beyond daily headlines. Noteworthy are its rigorous, globally sourced perspectives and willingness to tackle controversial topics, making it a valuable listening choice for stakeholders who want depth, nuance, and a regional lens on international affairs.
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Recent guests on Beyond the Headlines include:
1. Gregory Brew
2. Noah Bonsey
3. Jinan Bastaki
4. Renad Mansour
5. Eric Brewer
6. Danny Citrinowitz
7. Tom Nides
8. Gregory Papanikos
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