Charlotte Lawson
Charlotte Lawson is a reporter at The Dispatch and currently based in Tel Aviv, Israel. Prior to joining the company in 2020, she studied history and global security at the University of Virginia. When Charlotte is not keeping up with foreign policy and world affairs, she is probably trying to hone her photography skills.
Pakistan’s Political Crisis, Explained
Former Prime Minister Imran Khan’s arrest sparked violence and uncertainty about the country’s political future.
Recep Tayipp Erdoğan Notches Another Victory
Turkey’s longest-serving leader cements his nationalist rule.
The Mysterious Battle of Belgorod, Explained
Groups of armed Russian exiles are bringing the fight to their home country.
A City—and a Warlord—Under Siege
How the fight for Bakhmut became the venue for a Russian power struggle.
A Day of Dashed Hopes
Turkey’s presidential election goes to a runoff after neither President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan nor his challenger takes 50 percent of the vote.
Turkey’s Existential Election
Ahead of Sunday’s vote, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan lashes out against enemies while Turks brace for political violence.
Covering Afghanistan in Exile
Afghan journalists launch a news organization to cover their home country from afar.
International Forces Fan the Crisis in Sudan
The African nation faces an internal power struggle with external influence.
Erdoğan Faces an Electoral Abyss
A soft-spoken civil servant is challenging the Turkish leader's 20-year rule.
The Middle East Braces for a Nuclear Iran
Saudi Arabia eyes diplomacy while Israel prepares for confrontation.