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Tamara Himani

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Tamara Himani is a History and Politics finalist at the University of Cambridge, specialising in the Middle East, Democratic Transitions and International Relations throughout her degree. Throughout her studies, she has contributed to the Middle East Eye and university publications, including The Cambridge Union Editorial.

Areas of Focus: MENA Geopolitics, Populism and Democratisation, Israel-Palestine conflict, U.S Foreign Policy

Why are Syria conspiracy theorists defending Russell Brand?

Amid allegations of sexual assault against Russell Brand, his defenders from across the political spectrum seem to have in common geopolitical conspiracy theories, anti-establishment sentiment, and a belief in malign Western forces led by the US.

22 September, 2023

Debt storm in MENA: Are Egypt and Tunisia the next Lebanon?

Explainer: As debt burdens grow, Egypt and Tunisia are the most likely of several MENA countries to face economic catastrophe this year as they struggle to keep up with payments - risking default or collapse.

15 September, 2023