Our podcast is back with a discussion of the Jamal Khasghoggi murder in Istanbul, the formation of Iraq's new government, the return of US sanctions on Iran, and an election boycott in Bahrain. Tune in for your Middle East Update.

EU works to maintain trade with Iran, Qatar's Emir visits Lebanon, Tunisia gets a new party

Middle East Weekly brings you the most important stories from the Middle East, taking you behind the headlines with analysis from across the region. 

If you're interested in the Middle East, aren't sure why it's so important, or are just looking for a new way to fill your morning commute, give us a listen!

Every week we'll be looking at three new Middle Eastern issues in the news, with expert analysis from our team of editors who'll be lifting the lid on a region that all too often seems impossibly complex.

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