Sebastian Usher
BBC global affairs reporter covering human rights and international incidents, providing context on the arrest of Nobel Peace Prize laureate Narges Mohammadi and related events in Iran.
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Dec 13, 2025 • 27min
Democrats release photos of Trump from Epstein estate
Sean Dilley, a Washington-based BBC correspondent, discusses the political implications of the recently released photographs from Jeffrey Epstein's estate, featuring notable figures like Donald Trump. Jonathan Head, reporting from Southeast Asia, sheds light on the ongoing clashes between Thailand and Cambodia, highlighting the complexities of peace in the region. Meanwhile, Sebastian Usher covers the violent arrest of Nobel Peace Prize winner Narges Mohammadi, detailing her history of activism and the ramifications of her detention.
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Dec 10, 2024 • 24min
Saydnaya Prison: Inside Assad’s ‘human slaughterhouse’
Sebastian Usher, the BBC's Middle East regional editor, sheds light on the horrific realities of Saydnaya prison, known for its brutal treatment of political prisoners under the Assad regime. He discusses the emotional reunions as families desperately search for their loved ones amidst the chaos. The conversation touches on the trauma faced by released prisoners and the daunting path to reintegration into society. Usher also emphasizes the difficulties in achieving justice for the victims of these atrocities, highlighting the complex landscape of accountability in post-regime Syria.
