Samia Hosni
BBC Monitoring analyst who tracks media and social media narratives, providing expertise on Ahmad al-Shara's public image and PR campaign in Syria.
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Dec 13, 2025 • 26min
A makeover for Syria's interim leader?
Samia Hosni, a BBC Monitoring analyst, discusses the significant PR makeover of Syria's interim leader, Ahmad al-Shara. She highlights his social media presence, playing pool and basketball, aimed at gaining international legitimacy. Samia also analyzes al-Shara's recent diplomatic efforts in Washington. Meanwhile, Osmond Chia reports on Macau's first luxury resort hospital, focusing on its ambitious medical tourism push amidst a gaming-dominated economy, revealing the region's plans for economic diversification.
Dec 22, 2024 • 43min
The Global Jigsaw: Russia’s gateway to Africa in jeopardy
In this engaging discussion, guests Samia Hosni, a BBC Middle East team member, Gleb Borshevsky, a monitoring analyst focusing on Russia, and Veronica Malinboim from BBC Tbilisi uncover the shifting dynamics of Russia's military presence. They dive into the significance of Syria's naval bases for Moscow's influence in Africa, the impact of media transformations in Syria, and the role of the Wagner Group in destabilizing regions. This analysis reveals how Russia's geopolitical maneuvers may reshape alliances and challenge its ambitions.
