Sami Hermez

Ali Hashem, an Al Jazeera Correspondent, provides on-the-ground insights into Middle Eastern affairs, while Sami Hermez, an Associate Professor, specializes in contemporary conflicts. They discuss the seismic impact of Hassan Nasrallah’s assassination on Hezbollah and regional stability. The conversation explores the emotional turmoil among supporters, the uncertain leadership future, and the rise of a new generation within Hezbollah. They also tackle the Israel-Palestine conflict and the challenge of simplifying complex political issues for younger audiences.

Authors Sami Hermez and Sireen Sawalha discuss their book 'My Brother, My Land: A Story from Palestine,' highlighting Palestinian resistance, family dynamics, and colonial violence. They explore the challenges of sharing personal narratives from Palestine, the implications of plant picking restrictions by Israeli authorities, the impact of Israeli presence, and the radicalization of a Palestinian man. The podcast also delves into crafting a powerful narrative, persistence, and resistance in Palestine.