Murtaza Hussain

Murtaza Hussain is a journalist whose work focuses on national security, foreign policy and human rights. His work has previously been featured in the New York Times, The Guardian and Al Jazeera English.

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Articles by Murtaza Hussain on theintercept.com

Democracy Dies in the Blinding Light of Day

Murtaza Hussain — Jul. 4

David Runciman's new book, "How Democracy Ends," demystifies the "Weekend At Bernie's" stages of a dying form of government.

Federal “Countering Violent Extremism” Grants Focus on Minority Communities — Including in Schools

Murtaza Hussain — Jun. 15

The Brennan Center for Justice examines “CVE” grants focusing on minority communities, which critics say are just a new approach to surveillance.

U.S. Airstrikes Violated International Law in “War of Annihilation” in Raqqa, Syria, Says Amnesty International

Murtaza Hussain — Jun. 5

An estimated 1,800 civilians were killed in the U.S.-led campaign to push ISIS from Raqqa. A new report documents the destruction.

New Film “Discreet Airlift” Documents the Struggle to Hold U.S. Officials Accountable for Torture

Murtaza Hussain, Johanna Hamilton — Jun. 3

In North Carolina, a group of citizens are examining their neighbors' roles in the excesses of the War on Terror.

One Teen and Three FBI Operatives: Was the Government Behind a 17-Year-Old’s Terror Plot in Texas?

Murtaza Hussain — May. 23

The teen thought he was signing up with the Islamic State, but all his online interlocutors were working for the FBI.

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