Dmitriy Shapiro

Dmitriy is a research analyst and editor focused on the Middle East. His previous experience includes 11 years in journalism, most recently serving as the D.C. correspondent for the Jewish News Syndicate (JNS.org), where he covered a wide range of stories with a focus on politics. He has covered the U.S.-Israel relationship, the Iran nuclear deal, antisemitism, and nearly all federal departments.

Previously, he worked at The Daily Telegram in Adrian, Michigan — his home state — where he covered the political beat as well as the county’s bloodiest crimes, crashes, devastating fires, and natural disasters. His work has appeared in numerous publications, including USA Today, New York Post, Times of Israel, Detroit Free Press, and Israel Hayom.

Dmitriy graduated from the University of Massachusetts-Amherst with a B.A. in political science. He was born in Baku, Azerbaijan, and came to the United States with his family when he was six years old. He minored in violin in college and enjoys attending classical music concerts, especially opera.