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Miriam Berger

Miriam Berger is a freelance journalist with a focus on people and politics in the Middle East. She is currently based in Jerusalem.

Latest articles by Miriam Berger

Why innovative tech startups are thriving across the Middle East
World Politics

Young entrepreneurs are finding workarounds to problems like censorship.

By Miriam Berger
World Politics
Israel’s hugely controversial “nation-state” law, explainedIsrael’s hugely controversial “nation-state” law, explained
World Politics

Supporters call Israel’s new Jewish nation-state law a “defining moment.” Critics say it’s “apartheid.”

By Miriam Berger
Inside Israel’s campaign to deport tens of thousands of African migrants
World Politics

African migrants from Eritrea and elsewhere could face indefinite detention if they choose to stay.

By Miriam Berger
World Politics
Why some Palestinians choose to work in Israeli settlementsWhy some Palestinians choose to work in Israeli settlements
World Politics

It’s because the occupation makes finding other jobs really, really hard.

By Miriam Berger