Omar Alshogre
A Syrian refugee living in Stockholm, working for the Syrian Emergency Task Force and a self-driving car company. He spent years imprisoned for protesting Bashar al-Assad's regime.
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Dec 12, 2024 • 29min
Will Syrians return home?
Omar Alshogre, a Syrian refugee and activist, discusses his traumatic experiences in prison and the complexities of returning to Syria after the regime's collapse. Dr. Amani Qadour, a humanitarian expert, highlights the ongoing struggles of refugees and the dangers of repatriation in a still-volatile environment. Together, they explore the emotional conflicts faced by many Syrians as they navigate their identities and the uncertain future that awaits them in their homeland.
May 14, 2025 • 25min
What's the impact of the US lifting its sanctions on Syria?
In this insightful discussion, guests Sinan Hatahet, a Non-Resident Fellow at the Atlantic Council’s Syria Project, and Omar Alshogre, Director of Detainee Affairs at the Syrian Emergency Task Force and a Syrian refugee, analyze the U.S. decision to lift sanctions on Syria. They delve into the complexities of rebuilding a battered nation, the hopes of its citizens for economic revival, and the challenging path of transitional justice for victims of the civil war. Both highlight the need for caution amid optimism about future changes.
