Leander Schaerlaeckens

Leander Schaerlaeckens is an investigative journalist and author known for his in-depth reporting on international affairs and conflict zones. He has contributed to major publications including The Washington Post, Politico, and Vice News, covering stories from Afghanistan, Iraq, and beyond. His work focuses on geopolitics, military operations, and the human cost of war. In "The Long Game," Schaerlaeckens brings his investigative expertise to examine America's longest war in Afghanistan. Based in the United States, he combines rigorous research with compelling storytelling to illuminate complex global issues for general readers.