Sebastien Lai

CNN journalists Jeremy Diamond and Nada Bashir discuss the political storm within Israel and the call for elections amidst the country's war in Gaza. Sebastien Lai, son of embattled Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai, shares the situation of his father and the concern for his well-being. Wall Street Journal Chief Foreign Affairs correspondent Yaroslav Trofimov talks about the early days of the war in Ukraine and Western support. Data scientist Hannah Ritchie highlights the work of Our World in Data and understanding global problems.

Caoilfhionn Gallagher KC, a prominent human rights lawyer, and Sebastien Lai, the son of imprisoned Hong Kong media mogul Jimmy Lai, discuss the alarming state of media freedom. They delve into the use of 'lawfare' to intimidate journalists and the dire circumstances of Jimmy Lai's solitary confinement. The conversation touches on excessive sentences, the role of international support, and the responsibilities of the UK towards its citizens abroad. They highlight the ongoing threats faced by journalists globally and the pressing need for diplomatic action to secure their release.

Sebastien Lai, son of jailed media tycoon Jimmy Lai, shares the story of advocating for his father's release from a Hong Kong prison. They discuss Jimmy Lai's journey from media mogul to political prisoner and the implications for journalistic freedom in Hong Kong.