Laila Soueif

Owen Jones, an investigative journalist, delves into the BBC’s controversial reporting on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, revealing widespread internal dissent over perceived bias. Laila Soueif, a human rights activist and professor, shares her emotional struggle as a hunger striker advocating for her son imprisoned in Egypt. Their conversation touches on the implications of media framing on public perception and the dire consequences of political oppression, highlighting the urgent need for accountability and impartiality in both journalism and international human rights.

Laila Soueif, a dedicated activist and mother of imprisoned political prisoner Alaa Abdel Fattah, joins her daughter Sanaa Seif, a pro-democracy advocate herself, in a poignant discussion on their fight for freedom. They share their harrowing experiences of hunger strikes and the emotional toll on their family. The conversation delves into the intricate dynamics of activism against the backdrop of Egyptian governance, the challenges of international diplomacy, and the legacy of their activism rooted in the Tahrir Revolution.