Wael Eskandar

Wael Eskandar, a freelance journalist from Egypt now in Berlin, shares his transformation from seeking police permissions to witnessing protests firsthand. He discusses the alarming rise of state violence and police brutality, comparing policing in Germany and Egypt. The conversation delves into the impact of media representation on marginalized communities, and the troubling echoes of Germany's authoritarian past. Eskandar emphasizes the need for historical awareness in confronting contemporary injustices and critiques the media's role in shaping perceptions.