Joey Shea

Joey Shea, a researcher with Human Rights Watch, sheds light on the harrowing treatment of Ethiopian migrants at the Saudi Arabia-Yemen border. He discusses a chilling report detailing the use of explosive weapons by Saudi border guards and systemic abuses. The conversation also critiques international responses, particularly the U.S. government's inaction, and calls for independent investigations into these violations. Shea emphasizes the urgent need for accountability and reevaluation of U.S.-Saudi relations, given the deteriorating human rights landscape under Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.

In this discussion, Vicky Spratt, housing correspondent at the i newspaper, analyzes the UK housing crisis and the government's ambitious plans to build 1.5 million homes. Meanwhile, Joey Shea from Human Rights Watch delves into Keir Starmer's visit to Saudi Arabia, raising concerns over human rights abuses as FIFA selects the kingdom for the 2034 World Cup. They also explore the complexities of trade and ethics in today's political climate, tying it all back to the implications for both local and international communities.

Joey Shea, a researcher at Human Rights Watch, discusses the recent report on human rights abuses in Saudi Arabia, including the use of explosive weapons and shootings at close range. They also explore the international response, the US military involvement, and the increase in human rights violations under Mohammed bin Salman's leadership.