Lisel Hintz
@liselhintz.bsky.social
Assistant Prof. Studying identity, FP, authoritarianism, protest. Often through a media lens. Turkey focus.
The @apsamena.bsky.social RDG was the most productive conference experience I've had in a while. As a discussant, I learned a ton and felt my academic batteries recharge.
Highly recommend this for early career scholars of MENA (including Turkey!)
Deadline March 1. web.apsanet.org/mena/wp-cont...
Highly recommend this for early career scholars of MENA (including Turkey!)
Deadline March 1. web.apsanet.org/mena/wp-cont...
February 16, 2026 at 4:04 PM
The @apsamena.bsky.social RDG was the most productive conference experience I've had in a while. As a discussant, I learned a ton and felt my academic batteries recharge.
Highly recommend this for early career scholars of MENA (including Turkey!)
Deadline March 1. web.apsanet.org/mena/wp-cont...
Highly recommend this for early career scholars of MENA (including Turkey!)
Deadline March 1. web.apsanet.org/mena/wp-cont...
Reposted by Lisel Hintz
It’s an honor to have your film described as “fascinating.” Screen International’s review of Who Killed Alex Odeh? says we “diligently pull together the threads of a complex case in which one incident opens a window on to a wider picture of Arab-Israeli relations.” That is a perfect description!
February 14, 2026 at 8:59 AM
It’s an honor to have your film described as “fascinating.” Screen International’s review of Who Killed Alex Odeh? says we “diligently pull together the threads of a complex case in which one incident opens a window on to a wider picture of Arab-Israeli relations.” That is a perfect description!
Every other Friday or so I post the same news about the MENA solidarity writing group I run.
I keep doing so because, often, at least one person joins.
All levels are welcome. If you have grad students from/working on MENA who could use motivation, structure, and community, please reach out.
I keep doing so because, often, at least one person joins.
All levels are welcome. If you have grad students from/working on MENA who could use motivation, structure, and community, please reach out.
February 14, 2026 at 2:45 AM
Every other Friday or so I post the same news about the MENA solidarity writing group I run.
I keep doing so because, often, at least one person joins.
All levels are welcome. If you have grad students from/working on MENA who could use motivation, structure, and community, please reach out.
I keep doing so because, often, at least one person joins.
All levels are welcome. If you have grad students from/working on MENA who could use motivation, structure, and community, please reach out.
Reposted by Lisel Hintz
Dear friends on Bluesky, it's been an overwhelming week since the mass layoff at the Post. I'll be continuing the work and would be so grateful if you sign up here to keep up with my future journalism. docs.google.com/forms/d/1dlh...
Ishaan Tharoor — Follow my work
Please share your email address so I can keep you posted.
docs.google.com
February 12, 2026 at 4:42 PM
Dear friends on Bluesky, it's been an overwhelming week since the mass layoff at the Post. I'll be continuing the work and would be so grateful if you sign up here to keep up with my future journalism. docs.google.com/forms/d/1dlh...
At this point I don't really think of ICE's masks as being used for wearers' safety. I think of them as used for victims' fear.
I get the logic that masks can boost anonymity, limit doxxing etc. But I tend to see "masked men" more as a victim-intimidation, wearer-emboldenment tactic.
I get the logic that masks can boost anonymity, limit doxxing etc. But I tend to see "masked men" more as a victim-intimidation, wearer-emboldenment tactic.
Here's what DHS doesn't want you to know: Working for ICE is one of the safest jobs in America — and last year was the second-safest year for the agency on record.
And the doxxing? It hasn't actually happened even once.
The masks are justified by a lie. www.doomsdayscenario.co/p/ice-s-mask...
And the doxxing? It hasn't actually happened even once.
The masks are justified by a lie. www.doomsdayscenario.co/p/ice-s-mask...
ICE's Masks Are All a Lie
Working for ICE is actually less dangerous than being an elementary school student in America.
www.doomsdayscenario.co
February 10, 2026 at 7:03 PM
At this point I don't really think of ICE's masks as being used for wearers' safety. I think of them as used for victims' fear.
I get the logic that masks can boost anonymity, limit doxxing etc. But I tend to see "masked men" more as a victim-intimidation, wearer-emboldenment tactic.
I get the logic that masks can boost anonymity, limit doxxing etc. But I tend to see "masked men" more as a victim-intimidation, wearer-emboldenment tactic.
Read an article using interpretive methods you found super valuable? Maybe you published one (congrats!)?
As APSA IMM Research Digest coordinator, I'm compiling our 2nd issue. You can message or email me (self-)submissions.
And check out our first issue!
www.interpretivemethods.com/research-dig...
As APSA IMM Research Digest coordinator, I'm compiling our 2nd issue. You can message or email me (self-)submissions.
And check out our first issue!
www.interpretivemethods.com/research-dig...
Research Digest No. 1 — Interpretive Methodologies and Methods
Dear all, We are delighted to introduce a new resource for scholars using interpretive approaches to study politics: the APSA Interpretive Methodologies and Methods Research Digest. The APSA...
www.interpretivemethods.com
February 10, 2026 at 6:11 PM
Read an article using interpretive methods you found super valuable? Maybe you published one (congrats!)?
As APSA IMM Research Digest coordinator, I'm compiling our 2nd issue. You can message or email me (self-)submissions.
And check out our first issue!
www.interpretivemethods.com/research-dig...
As APSA IMM Research Digest coordinator, I'm compiling our 2nd issue. You can message or email me (self-)submissions.
And check out our first issue!
www.interpretivemethods.com/research-dig...
Removal proceedings against Turkish PhD student Rümeysa Öztürk FINALLY terminated.
Trump officials, especially Rubio, said Öztürk was a security threat. They knew they had no evidence. They were testing the waters.
Öztürk co-wrote an op-ed and was snatched off the street for it.
Geçmiş olsun
Trump officials, especially Rubio, said Öztürk was a security threat. They knew they had no evidence. They were testing the waters.
Öztürk co-wrote an op-ed and was snatched off the street for it.
Geçmiş olsun
An immigration court dropped its case against Turkish graduate student Rumeysa Ozturk, a little less than a year after federal agents arrested her on a street near Tufts University
Immigration Court Drops Case Against Tufts Student Rumeysa Ozturk
The Turkish national had been arrested by plainclothes federal officers outside her apartment.
on.wsj.com
February 10, 2026 at 2:01 PM
Removal proceedings against Turkish PhD student Rümeysa Öztürk FINALLY terminated.
Trump officials, especially Rubio, said Öztürk was a security threat. They knew they had no evidence. They were testing the waters.
Öztürk co-wrote an op-ed and was snatched off the street for it.
Geçmiş olsun
Trump officials, especially Rubio, said Öztürk was a security threat. They knew they had no evidence. They were testing the waters.
Öztürk co-wrote an op-ed and was snatched off the street for it.
Geçmiş olsun
Ask Davutoğlu how well "zero problems with neighbors" went down
NEW: After decades of shifting alliances that failed to deliver stability, Saudi Arabia now has a “zero-conflict” regional policy. It is this that is paradoxically creating tension with the UAE and Israel, writes @alamer.bsky.social for @newlinesmag.bsky.social newlinesmag.com/essays/saudi...
Saudi Arabia’s Break With Interventionism
The kingdom’s recent ‘zero-conflict’ approach to its neighbors follows decades of shifting alliances that failed to bring stability
newlinesmag.com
February 6, 2026 at 7:22 PM
Ask Davutoğlu how well "zero problems with neighbors" went down
A separate GoFundMe account was established for international employees who support Washington Post reporting but weren't covered by the same benefits of the Guild. Includes local researchers, translators, transportation personnel and more.
www.gofundme.com/f/support-fo...
www.gofundme.com/f/support-fo...
Donate to Support for Washington Post international employees, organized by Michelle Lee
Among the hundreds of journalists laid off by The Washington Post on … Michelle Lee needs your support for Support for Washington Post international employees
www.gofundme.com
February 6, 2026 at 3:18 PM
A separate GoFundMe account was established for international employees who support Washington Post reporting but weren't covered by the same benefits of the Guild. Includes local researchers, translators, transportation personnel and more.
www.gofundme.com/f/support-fo...
www.gofundme.com/f/support-fo...
Today is 3 years since twin earthquakes in Turkey and Syria killed 53,000+ and left millions displaced. Faulty prep and response by the government compounded rage, grief, and frustration many felt. And still feel.
To help, our Zoom writing solidarity group is still going. Email me for details
To help, our Zoom writing solidarity group is still going. Email me for details
February 6, 2026 at 1:26 PM
Today is 3 years since twin earthquakes in Turkey and Syria killed 53,000+ and left millions displaced. Faulty prep and response by the government compounded rage, grief, and frustration many felt. And still feel.
To help, our Zoom writing solidarity group is still going. Email me for details
To help, our Zoom writing solidarity group is still going. Email me for details
Reposted by Lisel Hintz
Knowing that a lot of fantastic, dedicated journalists in DC are looking for opportunities: JHU's Agora Institute has a call out for Visiting Fellows. The 2026-27 theme is Democracy and the Media.
It's nonresident & carries a modest stipend (unfortunately no benefits). It's open to practitioners.
It's nonresident & carries a modest stipend (unfortunately no benefits). It's open to practitioners.
Visiting Fellows
Our visiting fellows program welcomes leaders from diverse sectors — including civil society, government, industry, media, and the arts. Learn more.
snfagora.jhu.edu
February 5, 2026 at 9:50 PM
Knowing that a lot of fantastic, dedicated journalists in DC are looking for opportunities: JHU's Agora Institute has a call out for Visiting Fellows. The 2026-27 theme is Democracy and the Media.
It's nonresident & carries a modest stipend (unfortunately no benefits). It's open to practitioners.
It's nonresident & carries a modest stipend (unfortunately no benefits). It's open to practitioners.
I highly encourage grad students + other early career scholars of MENA to apply for @apsamena.bsky.social RDG. Travel grants available for participants.
I was a discussant last year, and the full-day workshop was really rich. A super productive set of discussions.
Please share with students!
I was a discussant last year, and the full-day workshop was really rich. A super productive set of discussions.
Please share with students!
Applications are now open for the 2026 APSA MENA Research Development Group!
Who: Early career scholars of MENA in polisci/similar field
When: Sept 2
Where: APSA conference in Boston
Why: Feedback + mentorship from senior scholars, engage with a great cohort
Apply: web.apsanet.org/mena/wp-cont...
Who: Early career scholars of MENA in polisci/similar field
When: Sept 2
Where: APSA conference in Boston
Why: Feedback + mentorship from senior scholars, engage with a great cohort
Apply: web.apsanet.org/mena/wp-cont...
web.apsanet.org
February 5, 2026 at 9:38 PM
I highly encourage grad students + other early career scholars of MENA to apply for @apsamena.bsky.social RDG. Travel grants available for participants.
I was a discussant last year, and the full-day workshop was really rich. A super productive set of discussions.
Please share with students!
I was a discussant last year, and the full-day workshop was really rich. A super productive set of discussions.
Please share with students!
This travesty is what happens when you lay off all the arts and culture writers. Except those covering how Trump is targeting arts and culture.
February 5, 2026 at 9:28 PM
This travesty is what happens when you lay off all the arts and culture writers. Except those covering how Trump is targeting arts and culture.
A way to support the journalists, photojournalists, videographers, editors, data visualization specialists, and more that were laid off by The Washington Post yesterday.
www.gofundme.com/f/standing-t...
www.gofundme.com/f/standing-t...
Donate to Washington Post 2026 layoff fund, organized by Rachel Siegel
On Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2026, The Washington Post laid off hundreds of journalists. We ar… Rachel Siegel needs your support for Washington Post 2026 layoff fund
www.gofundme.com
February 5, 2026 at 6:12 PM
A way to support the journalists, photojournalists, videographers, editors, data visualization specialists, and more that were laid off by The Washington Post yesterday.
www.gofundme.com/f/standing-t...
www.gofundme.com/f/standing-t...
Insightful piece from @hamidrezaaz.bsky.social on how and why venue matters for Iran talks.
In this case, Turkey's bigger ambitions of gaining leverage and positioning itself as a rising regional power reduce its suitability for Iran.
www.irananalytica.org/p/all-roads-...
In this case, Turkey's bigger ambitions of gaining leverage and positioning itself as a rising regional power reduce its suitability for Iran.
www.irananalytica.org/p/all-roads-...
February 5, 2026 at 3:24 PM
Insightful piece from @hamidrezaaz.bsky.social on how and why venue matters for Iran talks.
In this case, Turkey's bigger ambitions of gaining leverage and positioning itself as a rising regional power reduce its suitability for Iran.
www.irananalytica.org/p/all-roads-...
In this case, Turkey's bigger ambitions of gaining leverage and positioning itself as a rising regional power reduce its suitability for Iran.
www.irananalytica.org/p/all-roads-...
Reposted by Lisel Hintz
I’ve started to receive book proposals. It’s been such a joy seeing people’s ideas come to life. If you have a book in mind about the Middle East, don’t hesitate to reach out!
Are you writing a book on the Middle East or the Global South? If so, let me know! I just joined Lynne Rienner Publishers as a consulting editor and am eager to bring engaging, innovative, and impactful scholarship to readers around the world.
February 4, 2026 at 7:54 PM
I’ve started to receive book proposals. It’s been such a joy seeing people’s ideas come to life. If you have a book in mind about the Middle East, don’t hesitate to reach out!
It's little compared to all else today, but the shift to Oman is a diplomatic blow to Turkey. Turkey had worked with Egypt, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia to coordinate an Iran-US meeting in Istanbul.
Short story is Turkey likes to mediate.
Wish the Washington Post Middle East team could cover this.
Short story is Turkey likes to mediate.
Wish the Washington Post Middle East team could cover this.
here's the latest.
February 4, 2026 at 10:00 PM
It's little compared to all else today, but the shift to Oman is a diplomatic blow to Turkey. Turkey had worked with Egypt, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia to coordinate an Iran-US meeting in Istanbul.
Short story is Turkey likes to mediate.
Wish the Washington Post Middle East team could cover this.
Short story is Turkey likes to mediate.
Wish the Washington Post Middle East team could cover this.
A way to support those affected by today's cuts a@washingtonpost.com.
The Washington Post Guild is overseeing a GoFundMe account
www.gofundme.com/f/standing-t...
The Washington Post Guild is overseeing a GoFundMe account
www.gofundme.com/f/standing-t...
Donate to Washington Post 2026 layoff fund, organized by Rachel Siegel
On Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2026, The Washington Post laid off hundreds of journalists. We ar… Rachel Siegel needs your support for Washington Post 2026 layoff fund
www.gofundme.com
February 4, 2026 at 6:46 PM
A way to support those affected by today's cuts a@washingtonpost.com.
The Washington Post Guild is overseeing a GoFundMe account
www.gofundme.com/f/standing-t...
The Washington Post Guild is overseeing a GoFundMe account
www.gofundme.com/f/standing-t...
Reposted by Lisel Hintz
INBOX: Washington Post Ukraine Correspondent Lizzie Johnson announces that she has been laid off in the middle of a below-freezing war zone without power, heat, or running water.
February 4, 2026 at 5:11 PM
INBOX: Washington Post Ukraine Correspondent Lizzie Johnson announces that she has been laid off in the middle of a below-freezing war zone without power, heat, or running water.
100%
Solidarity with all of the talented journalists and media workers losing their jobs at the @washingtonpost.com today. As someone who leads a MENA policy organization, I cannot do my work without the nuanced and in-depth coverage of the region that foreign correspondents deliver.
February 4, 2026 at 4:40 PM
100%
Brutal but important read from former WaPo editor. It's a first-hand look at how authoritarianism and platform capitalism feed each other.
Democracy dies in darkness when the billionaires are willing to shut off the lights.
Democracy dies in darkness when the billionaires are willing to shut off the lights.
A staggering statement from former Washington Post editor Marty Baron: "This ranks among the darkest days in the history of one of the world's greatest news organizations."
February 4, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Brutal but important read from former WaPo editor. It's a first-hand look at how authoritarianism and platform capitalism feed each other.
Democracy dies in darkness when the billionaires are willing to shut off the lights.
Democracy dies in darkness when the billionaires are willing to shut off the lights.
Reposted by Lisel Hintz
If you're an academic outside of Minnesota wanting to help folks, one way to do that is to offer a guest lecture for faculty in the Twin Cities so they can have a break. Sanctuary Campus Network is coordinating these and you can sign up here:
Guest Lecture for Minnesota Faculty Comrades
Please click the link to complete this form.
form.jotform.com
February 3, 2026 at 7:54 PM
If you're an academic outside of Minnesota wanting to help folks, one way to do that is to offer a guest lecture for faculty in the Twin Cities so they can have a break. Sanctuary Campus Network is coordinating these and you can sign up here:
Reposted by Lisel Hintz
🚨 🚨🚨 It's a super exciting day at @timep.bsky.social today, where we've just launched our call for nonresident fellowship applications!
Don't miss the chance to become a part of this unique program to develop the skills and tools you need to tackle the MENA region's top policy challenges.
Don't miss the chance to become a part of this unique program to develop the skills and tools you need to tackle the MENA region's top policy challenges.
📢 We're thrilled to announce our open call for applications to TIMEP's 2026-2027 Nonresident Fellowship program!
If you're an early or mid-career advocate keen on engaging in the MENA policy space, don't miss this unique opportunity. Apply by Feb 27: timep.org/2026/02/02/o...
If you're an early or mid-career advocate keen on engaging in the MENA policy space, don't miss this unique opportunity. Apply by Feb 27: timep.org/2026/02/02/o...
February 2, 2026 at 4:22 PM
🚨 🚨🚨 It's a super exciting day at @timep.bsky.social today, where we've just launched our call for nonresident fellowship applications!
Don't miss the chance to become a part of this unique program to develop the skills and tools you need to tackle the MENA region's top policy challenges.
Don't miss the chance to become a part of this unique program to develop the skills and tools you need to tackle the MENA region's top policy challenges.
Reposted by Lisel Hintz
Final day to submit (self-)nominations for APSA MENA awards.
Nominations welcome for Best Book, Best Article, Best APSA Paper, Best Dissertation.
apsamena.org/awards/apsa-...
Nominations welcome for Best Book, Best Article, Best APSA Paper, Best Dissertation.
apsamena.org/awards/apsa-...
APSA-MENA Section Awards, 2025-26 - APSA MENA POLITICS
The Middle East and North Africa Politics Section of the American Political Science Association (APSA) seeks nominations for several awards recognizing exceptional contributions to the field that inte...
apsamena.org
February 1, 2026 at 9:49 PM
Final day to submit (self-)nominations for APSA MENA awards.
Nominations welcome for Best Book, Best Article, Best APSA Paper, Best Dissertation.
apsamena.org/awards/apsa-...
Nominations welcome for Best Book, Best Article, Best APSA Paper, Best Dissertation.
apsamena.org/awards/apsa-...
This is a really scary time, especially for grad students in the US on visas.
ICYMI I run a writing solidarity Zoom group for students and scholars from/working on MENA. We’re in Week 144 and had new participants join this week.
Please email me if you or your students/colleagues might benefit.
ICYMI I run a writing solidarity Zoom group for students and scholars from/working on MENA. We’re in Week 144 and had new participants join this week.
Please email me if you or your students/colleagues might benefit.
January 31, 2026 at 1:45 AM
This is a really scary time, especially for grad students in the US on visas.
ICYMI I run a writing solidarity Zoom group for students and scholars from/working on MENA. We’re in Week 144 and had new participants join this week.
Please email me if you or your students/colleagues might benefit.
ICYMI I run a writing solidarity Zoom group for students and scholars from/working on MENA. We’re in Week 144 and had new participants join this week.
Please email me if you or your students/colleagues might benefit.