As more and more mainstream outlets with clear corporate and establishment bias ask readers for donations/subscriptions (AP being hilariously the latest one), it is important to make subscription decisions wisely.

If you are interested in the #MiddleEast , I'd suggest supporting local independent media outlets.

Mada Masr comes immediately to mind. They do amazing work not just on #Egypt , but also #Sudan and #Palestine . Below is their detailed report on Wad Madani.

https://www.madamasr.com/en/2025/01/11/news/u/sudanese-military-captures-wad-madani-begins-multi-front-push-toward-khartoum/