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Former “Diplomat” on Iraq, Gaza, and Espionage | Chris Merritt

May 30, 2026·1h 39m·6-min readinterviewpolitics
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Chris Merritt, a former British Foreign Office diplomat with postings in Iraq and Gaza, transitioned from international diplomacy to clinical psychology and now writes spy thrillers that draw on his real-world experiences in conflict zones, intelligence operations, and trauma. His journey

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Chris Merritt

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Chris MerrittJack MurphyAlan JohnstonMike Huckabee

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Committedby Chris MerrittOctagonby Chris MerrittKidnappedby Alan Johnston

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Control Risks Group

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BooksCriminal JusticeForeign PolicyGeopoliticsMental HealthMilitary HistoryUs Politics

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