Lucy Williamson
BBC's Middle East correspondent, reporting on the release of Israeli hostages.
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May 27, 2025 • 33min
US envoy rejects Hamas claim that it has agreed to American terms for a Gaza ceasefire
Tom Bateman, the State Department correspondent, and Lucy Williamson, the Middle East correspondent, dissect the rejection by a US envoy of Hamas's claim regarding a ceasefire agreement. They delve into the complexities of the Gaza conflict, highlighting the humanitarian crisis and the personal toll on survivors. The discussion also touches on chaos surrounding a recent incident involving Liverpool football fans, and the bold artistic move of broadcasting the Blue Danube waltz into space. A blend of geopolitics and human stories makes for a compelling conversation.
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May 15, 2025 • 28min
US plays down prospects of peace talks between Russia and Ukraine
Lucy Williamson, a Middle East correspondent reporting from Nasser Hospital in Khan Yunis, dives into the stalled peace negotiations between Russia and Ukraine. She discusses how US Secretary of State Marco Rubio sees little hope for breakthroughs until a meeting between Presidents Trump and Putin. The podcast also reveals the humanitarian crises in Gaza, detailing the emotional toll on medical staff and the impact of drone strikes causing power outages in Sudan. Williamson's insights provide a gripping look at the intertwining of global conflicts.
Nov 17, 2023 • 24min
Inside The Al-Shifa Hospital
Lucy Williamson, BBC Middle East correspondent, takes us inside Gaza's Al Shifa Hospital with the Israeli army. The episode covers the Israeli soldiers storming the hospital, the ongoing search for evidence, the conditions and restrictions faced by the reporters, and insights on reporting pressures and Arab involvement in the conflict.
