Gregg Carlstrom

The Economist's Middle East Correspondent

London, UK

About Gregg

Gregg Carlstrom is a journalist and correspondent for The Economist, covering the Middle East and North Africa. He has reported extensively on the region's politics, conflicts, and economies.

Associated Podcasts

Front Burner

Guest

What Next | Daily News and Analysis

Guest

This Is Not A Drill with Gavin Esler

Guest

News at One

Host

Connect

Recent Appearances

Day 35 of the war in the middle east and no sign of a deal to bring hostilities to an end.

News at One•Apr 3, 2026•6:25•host

Iran’s allies and foes, explained

Front Burner•Mar 9, 2026•26:48•guest

Gregg Carlstrom

About Gregg

Associated Podcasts

Front Burner

What Next | Daily News and Analysis

This Is Not A Drill with Gavin Esler

News at One

Connect

Recent Appearances

Day 35 of the war in the middle east and no sign of a deal to bring hostilities to an end.

Iran’s allies and foes, explained

The Big Story

Key Topics

What Even Is Trump’s “Board of Peace”?

Gaza Peace Plan explained – Everything you need to know

The War Netanyahu Always Wanted

Trump’s Middle East Diplomacy

Why Killing Sinwar Won’t End the War

Hamas Agreed to a Ceasefire. Now What?

The world waits for Israel's ground offensive, and whatever comes next

Where Israel Vs Hamas Is Heading