Jahan De - Bellaigue

Before his current role, de Bellaigue served as Managing Director of . When he took the helm, the weekly political magazine was a respected but financially lethargic institution, overly reliant on print subscriptions from an aging demographic.

A recent graduate of the with a degree in International History, Jahan’s academic foundation is deeply rooted in the historical contexts of the regions he now reports on. During his time at LSE, he was also an active member of the drama society, even performing at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival —a creative background that perhaps informs the narrative depth found in his writing. Notable Reporting and Focus Areas jahan de bellaigue

, he secured first place in the intermediate category at the Annual Arabic Declamation Prize for his performance of Nizar Qabbani’s poetry. Professional Background : He holds a First-Class Honours degree in International History London School of Economics (LSE) International Experience : Beyond journalism, he has volunteered for the Aga Khan Rural Support Programme Before his current role, de Bellaigue served as

, detailing the experiences of first responders in Nabatieh. Regional Expertise During his time at LSE, he was also

is an emerging British freelance journalist and historian whose work focuses on the contemporary political and social landscape of the Middle East, particularly Lebanon and Syria. Often operating from the front lines of regional conflict, his reporting blends deep historical context with visceral on-the-ground dispatches. Background and Education

: Beyond journalism, he has been involved in performance, appearing in original productions at events like the Edinburgh Fringe Festival Journalistic Focus : His recent dispatches for New Lines Magazine