Jerusalem skyline and the Dome of the Rock

PILLAR 01 / RAW TRUTH MEDIA

Jerusalem &
the Middle East.

A closer look at Israel, the region and the stories that shape it — through an independent lens.

THE STORIES WITHIN THE STORY

Explore the region

Different places. Connected stories. Explore the themes at the heart of this pillar.

01

Israel & Society

Politics, public life and the people shaping Israel’s present and future.

02

Jerusalem & Holy Sites

The city’s sacred places, everyday lives and enduring significance.

03

Israeli–Palestinian Relations

Perspectives on the conflict, diplomacy and the human realities behind the headlines.

04

Regional Affairs

Neighbouring countries, shifting alliances and the wider Middle East.

05

History & Identity

The events, beliefs and collective memories that shape the region today.

06

Media & Narratives

A closer reading of the language, framing and competing accounts in the news.

THE VOICE BEHIND

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A PERSONAL VOICE. AN INDEPENDENT VIEW.

Looking beyond
the immediate headline.

I write about the places, people and decisions shaping our world. This pillar brings that perspective to Israel, Jerusalem and the wider Middle East — with space for history, context and difficult questions.

Your support helps make time for reading, research and independent writing.

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Inside the Holy Sepulchre: How the Status Quo Governs Christianity’s Holiest Church

Featured image: The Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem’s Old City, 11 December 2003 (file photo). Photo: Lior Golgher…

When the Investigator Is Accused: Is the UN Applying Different Standards to Israel and Hamas?

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Nuclear Flashpoint: Defending the Middle East from Iran’s Aggression

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