Comedian Bassem Youssef on the Israel-Gaza war, the Arab Spring, and why we can’t change the world

[@ParissaKhoury]

As an orthodox jew, I condemn the terrorist acts and war crimes of Israel. I support the creation of a free and independent Palestinian state. This will end all the violence. As Jews we need to accept that Israel is the occupying force and we need to do the right thing and give Palestinians their own independent state free from Israeli interferences. CRITCIZING ISRAEL ISN'T ANTISEMITISM!!! JUDAISM HAS NOTHING TO DO WITH ZIONISM !!!!

[@gilaliz1970]

well said. x

[@mratner7615]

The terrorists acts of Israel? Israel doesn’t commit terrorist acts. Israel wants peace. Where do you get your information from?? The Israeli govt. removed all Jews out of Gaza in 2005. Gaza had no Jews in it since 2005! Hamas, instead of using the $ they received to help their people and build infrastructure instead built terror tunnels and use civilians as humans shields.

[@mikekl11]

You're a fraud! No "Orthodox" Jew wants a Palestinian state. The Palestinians want a one state solution, NO ISRAEL!! You're a fool!!

[@operasinger2126]

Thank you for trying to bring peace to the world.

[@Elitemage]

Being Orthodox doesn't make your opinion more important to us reform Jews that disagree.

[@THEE_Kisywisy]

Bassem has done so much to change western people’s minds about Gaza. He’s a wonderful man

[@ianwatson3315]

maybe people need to travel more to get the true idea about the middle east.

[@ahmadfrhan5265]

As a Muslim, I see radicalization is initial and inevitable to stop 👱🏻‍♂️ imperialism regardless of how you see us. Islam and the 👱🏻‍♂️ race will never share anything but w ar and am for it

[@Harobaroh]

​@@ianwatson3315 I do not recommend it, Arbic leaders have been puppets to the west since the British and French colonial time to the region had ended, those leaders have worked hard on corrupting their countries on all aspects including morally, and they were successful, so for anyone to visit the region will have a negative impact.

[@davidcooks2379]

To make people love terrorists and hate Jews? Hardly something to be proud about

[@PauloAdriano-zo2ng]

​@@ianwatson3315 Travel is a fine thing, but most people have responsibilities and cannot travel. Being an adult means making a series of difficult choices.

[@IMatchoNation]

An age where politicians make you laugh, and comedians make you cry.

[@anders1621]

Yes... Comedians has become political and politicians have become comical. The world is upside down

[@elkobit7415]

The Iranians hate Israel and the West and they want to destabilize our societies and brainwash our youth. Iran operates on at least 4 axes. Proxies such as H-mas and Hez. They sponsor hate channels such as Owen Jones, Cenk Yugur, Katie Halper, Rahnia Khalek, Abby Martin, The Minority Report. Literally thousands of trolls leaving anti-Semitic and anti-Western comments on these hate videos. Finally, Iran has infiltrated our universities through far-left students and teachers. Islamists are creating chaos on our streets. "Our media cannot be trusted." "Why should our tax dollars go to Israel." "Joe Biden but also all Republicans are evil just like Netanyahu." "And the lie of genocide." That's what Iran is doing. We are under siege.

[@itsspookie]

​@anders1621 ??? Jesters have always been political. They mock the real world in a humorous way for everyone. They jest yet tell the truth.

[@dLehman]

Brilliantly said!

[@idk-nm2wu]

@@anders1621Zelenskyy was a comedian 😂

[@hannahella6563]

He says he can't change it, but he hasn't given up. He is still giving loads of interviews. Appreciate this man so much.

[@jonikelly3905]

Making money too with his new profile…

[@N00Nism]

What’s there to Appreciate? A one sided set of facts? Hah

[@LilyR-sd1lt]

​@@N00Nismfacts as opposed to the lies on the other side. Hah.

[@ajizchaki4613]

Agreed

[@ajizchaki4613]

Appreciated this man i agree with you

[@Misaki.Manifestation]

Big respect for CH4 for giving Bassem a platform.

[@angelabrooke5059]

Yes and no. Why shouldn't they?

[@winstonsmith09]

Because the media censors Palestinian voices in aid of Israel​@@angelabrooke5059

[@Misaki.Manifestation]

@@angelabrooke5059 Give him a platform? Well because, he is a voice of reason and able to hold his own in debate with any, israeli/ british propaganda. Like Owen Jones, or Marina Purkiss (i think thats her surname), a few others, these are people that the establishment despise simply because they arent intelligent enough to deal with him and they do not have any moral highground whatsoever.

[@AnimeSlaps]

What do you mean lol the guy has been everywhere for months

[@MrSpeedy99]

@@angelabrooke5059Zionist influence on western media

[@jzz4672]

It is so extremely liberating to listen to someone, who is obviously educated in the things he is talking about and can bring them even into the real world context! Wish I could say this also about our so called representatives…. Salute to Bassem!

[@hamilton-u6e]

A man that talks sense unlike our supposed politicians

[@padd6007]

@@ParaquatSC🤡

[@RA-oi4ml]

Oh shut it​@@ParaquatSC

[@auberry8613]

@@ParaquatSC Which belief could make children, aid workers, the elderly, being blown to bits become ok?

[@valeriemacphail9180]

​@@ParaquatSC "parrots" is what Zionist shills do, their lies losing credibility by the minute!😂😂😂

[@jonathangiahn7723]

​@auberry8613 war! Hamas could take the war they started out of civilians areas but they purposely choose to hide behind their women and children. If the world allows them to terrorize people then run and hide behind their civilians without repercussions this then becomes their new strategy. This can not be allowed, not for Isreal and not for the free world!

[@heba7437]

His body language broke my heart. As an Egyptian, I used to watch Bassem's show and get hope and comedy. Now I see him talking, even laughing, and I just cry about how things ended up. Yes, Bassem, we were so naive. I wish you hope and a great life, Bassem. Just like your heart, thoughts and comedy.

[@Rightgear84]

Lol Egyptians thought replacing Morsi was going to be a great choice. You guys screwed up BAD. Nice job bringing the US back into Egypt. You will answer for your crimes.

[@purplemariposa6067]

كان كوميديان بيضحك الناس وبس لما كان في مصر! مظهرش على حقيقته الفكرية العميقة والرفيعة وذكاءه المميز دول إلا بعد ما اضطر للهروب منها للأسف ورب ضارة نافعة نقول الحمدلله إن عرف فعلا يستخدم جوانبه الأجمل ويحررها قدام العالم اللي فعلا بيقدرها ويقيمها ويفهمها! 🫶🏼

[@1SLAM_ASHRAF]

And still he can't admit that those "theocraticals" who came by democratic votes gave him all the freedom to mock them. While the military regime that used him for their agenda couldn't stand a word from him.

[@Gulchih]

​@@1SLAM_ASHRAF This is so true

[@heba7437]

​@@1SLAM_ASHRAF I don't agree with that, they didn't give him freedom they just didn't have the same power on media like the military regime, you can realise that if you remember that they try to shut him up by treathen him 24/7 through their TV channels, I remember a man said it directly that he while kill him on tv live!and they also try to put him in prison because he mocked the president but as I said the power (army and police) was against them. I am not agree with what happened to them of course, I just don't agree that they were good guys no they weren't.

[@ufoc700]

This man is a treasure. To speak truth to power is a precious gift to those who don’t have a voice. And to those of you who think he benefits. In the West, you do not gain from speaking out against US/Zionist policy.

[@bryonbiondolillo6545]

In fact, you can lose everything up to and including your.........

[@svenhaheim]

How is life at Stormfront these days ?

[@satty.s5083]

​@@svenhaheim idk ask your buddies in the IDF

[@svenhaheim]

@@satty.s5083 nazi jew hatred is so old fashioned its almost comical, but the calling sign of losers everywhere. Thankfully the IDF are clearing out some of them.

[@RB71073]

​@@svenhaheim Go away Zio bot, no one cares about what your lot have to say, your lot lost any sympathy and respect.

[@AnalyseThat]

Bassem's honesty is refreshing in a world full of corrupt leaders.

[@ddhqj2023]

Him and Yanis Varoufakis of Greece. Both of them, loud voices who speak the truth.

[@anthonylieu9068]

Why voters keep elect corrupt leaders?

[@shawnm4503]

Sure if you agree with him, if not he’s at best a charming propagandist

[@arktos298]

like arafat and humass and ksa and egypt and jordan.

[@arktos298]

@@shawnm4503 humass

[@Tati_257]

His cynicism and hopelessness for change is so representative of how we ALL feel. Its amazing to see someone FINALLY say it… that none of it matters because the people in power still whateverrrrr they want. Love Bassem ❤

[@BobHaijerJr]

And their media henchmen just do cover up and deflect with less significant issues or questions like what about Hamas

[@Fringe4]

@@BobHaijerJr because you havent watched his previous interviews, where clowns like piers morgan ask that question every 5 mins. This host atleast has the common decency to know he is a satirical comedian and not a spokes person for hamas.

[@ivangoran4461]

Wait for love, till you hear his stance on children of Donbass being bombed for 10 years now.

[@blackstonepros]

This man is not just a comedian. He’s a master social-psychologist. What appears to be a disheartened rant in this discussion is actually a genius level nudge to the rest of us to stand up and make a difference in the world beyond the complaints department.

[@graciliraptor3990]

Eeeh, maybe not, I think he's right, or that at least the change wouldn't come that easy, not from protests or public opinion, acknowledging your reality is a first step to figuring out how to change it though

[@DeviAudrey]

that's an optimistic outlook

[@bilgekagan972]

🤣

[@RediTtora]

It's manipulation, he's a piece of garbage

[@livingmodern]

low standard bro...he can't even be honest why he got his citizenship in the US and straw man argues on things that unless people fact checked him on they let it slide.

[@MendeMaria-ej8bf]

Bassem Yousef speaks to the bottom of my heart. He's so right with every word that comes out of his mouth.

[@SC-pm1pg]

I think the first MSM channel to give Bassem a platform. Well done ch4 for not being afraid to propagate the truth

[@abdirahiimmohamud769]

He gave an amazing interview to BBC Africa

[@RezaSyedIslam]

MSM is only picking him up because they fear getting left behind. They’ve had ample opportunity over last few decades to host voices like his. Bassems interview with Piers was an accidental success.

[@eli1985]

Wrong; Bassem is everywhere on MSM in Africa, Europe and North America.

[@josephmother2659]

@@eli1985good to know. I think people who make claims like this are generally not paying attention super hard due to their job, hobbies, family responsibilities, etc. which is their fault but not a malicious mistake

[@SamSam-yb3ls]

ITV News did a piece with him and James O'Brien has said he had a chat, so probably on Full Disclosure soon

[@djchuckone1]

I don't think it's. a "dark conversation," it's a real conversation. Speaking on how things REALLY are. Bassem always handles it in his interviews. Thank you sir

[@thomasjosullivan9179]

I agree if we do not face the reality we do not see what needs to change. Unfortunately power are greed will always win. Lobby groups from oil to military will corrupt all.

[@djchuckone1]

@@thomasjosullivan9179 I have hope that one day this will change. But it will truly take a revolution.

[@1112viggo]

Reality being what it is id say its a distinction without a difference mate.

[@Thereisnospoonforyou]

@@1112viggo Reality is when you let the terrorists who run your city butcher your neighbour, your neighbour is going to come and butcher you

[@louisdewit4429]

And very critical questions from this also muslim interviewer. 😅

[@Judgingopression]

Don’t give up your fight for truth and justice Bassem , you’ve touched millions of people’s heart and spirit.

[@DanLawson-yf6sy]

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[@ΚατερίναΚαραγεώργη-δ6λ]

He’s not cynical, he’s disheartened, discouraged. Aren’t we all? 🙁

[@manny_k2988]

@@dggjr1759 nothing justifies this unproportionate response

[@andyakarudolfhessiansack7936]

​@@dggjr1759You speak of one event on one day. Yes it was bad and wrong....however..... The Palestinians have been imprisoned for decades. Terror, hopelessness, assassinations, hardships, lack of food, water, loss of freedom, endless abusive securtiy checks, no hope, no life. And you then wonder why they hit back? How deranged can a nation be?

[@shafiquezaman3508]

@@dggjr1759ok, then what justifies the treatment of the Palestinian people at the hands of the Zionist?

[@TheAlonos]

If people did care they would hold Hamas accountable to what's happening. Hamas is governing but all they care about is to kill Israelis they will scarface as many Palestinians as they can for it. Why is no one holding them accountable? They are worse than IsIs yet Israel is being criticized

[@ASKR612]

@@manny_k2988 And what justifies the unproportionate changing of hostages? 1 Israeli for 1048 palestinian? The "change rate" needs works all time. If not, that is called double standard.

[@staticcouch135]

I’m Palestinian and when Bassem talks I cry because he’s right

[@AB-zl4nh]

I understand his anger and frustration, but changes, even big ones, can and do happen. Unfortunately, it's not as fast as we like and deserve. It took 400 years to abolish the Transatlantic Slave Trade of Africans by Europeans. It took 300 years to go from slavery of African Americans to the first one becoming US President. It took 100yrs for women in the UK to get the vote at 18+. I am sorry we have let you down. Stay safe.

[@MichaelLudden]

He’s an American, jfyi

[@goddlessanarchist845]

Nah

[@mustafasaid4925]

DO NOT CRY , YOU WILL BE BACK WHEN SALAH EL-DIN COME TOMMOROW ....

[@dggjr1759]

NOTHING JUSTIFIES WHAT HAPPEN ON OCTOBER 7

[@knightlife22]

It’s said so often that it loses meaning, but Youssef has a way with words. It’s his gift.

[@sueloh5035]

Sad day when truth loses its meaning

[@carey561]

@@sueloh5035 it is said that the first casualty of war is the truth...

[@dani-ks9cg]

Bassem should go tell his government in Egypt to stop locking the Gazans to death and open the Rafah border

[@GautierVlt]

When you have to learn the words to make a new life, they tend take value

[@sueloh5035]

@@dani-ks9cg does he have that power ?

[@seussxtrilogy6591]

This man is so kind, honest and intelligent. He needs to be protected.

[@toddwarner1892]

protected from islamists?

[@debraberg4513]

I agree and I think he's a pretty decent man ... but I'm a little concerned that he's exposing himself a bit much with these interviews that can be detrimental to his life and/or his career in comedy. Just a thought

[@AhirZamanSairi]

​@@debraberg4513 doesn't that in and of itself make it count much more?...

[@Paulo.Haller]

he isn't that honest. There were tunnels under al-shifa hospital.

[@erinirvine7588]

@@Paulo.Haller and? you don't bomb hospitals its against International Law

[@brianthompson891]

This man has educated me more on the complexities of human compasion than anyone in my lifetime. He is a supreme human being. " "Bassem youssef you are a shinning light ".

[@urbanroots84tt45]

The guy is a walking contradiction on this topic tbh! He escaped Egypt and will never return because of the brutal regime there but, expect Israel to give way to a more brutal regime in Palestine that is intent on wiping them off the map ! This guys only pull ( based on the comments on this post ) is the appeal to Authority! Which is a logical fallacy ! May be a brain surgeon but an expert in geopolitics and history he is not!

[@josephmother2659]

@@urbanroots84tt45I don’t know if you are aware of this or not, but the “brutal regime” of Hamas in Gaza is EXACTLY the same Hamas that Benjamin Netenyahu funneled money to from Qatar for over a decade in order to put them in power and suppress the Palestinian authority. Then the known terrorist organization that was given power by the Israeli government decides they want more power and want to spread more terror. I am positively shocked 😮

[@kader89_]

Israel build upon the ethic cleansing of the Palestinians until this very day. Colonisers continues landgrab, expulsions and evictions. Subjugating and killing Palestinians like its nothing. Putting Palestinian in detention for years without charge including children. Are you aware of the nakba? Hamas is the symptom of Israels brutal treatment of Palestinians. Why is Israel not respecting the 67 border and keep building illegal settlements? Who's actually wiping people from existence. Have you even watched the tantura document where ex military openly admit the crimes they committed.

[@OzyMandias13]

Bono: has entered the chat

[@aa10299-q]

​@@urbanroots84tt45he is much more than you 😂

[@wasim727]

Bassem is a legend. A man of truth . His dark humor has shaken the western audience.

[@MrIanito]

He is a breath of very fresh air, despite the horror ☘️

[@MichaelLudden]

He’s an American, jfyi

[@mil1042]

@@MichaelLudden JUST STOP🙄He was born and Grew up in Egypt 🇪🇬 he applied for American citizenship. His wife is Palestinian BTW. Palestine the place RIGHT NEXT PALESTINE!

[@wasim727]

@@MichaelLudden what did you mean actually ?

[@Bluebelle51]

@@MichaelLudden and?

[@BluesClues-ul4nf]

A doctor, a comedian, basically a political activist. How can one man be so smart ..I love him!

[@dairedarcy1130]

No-one does “angry chill” like Bassem.

[@jordanmapfumo9359]

Right?

[@Craig-it2gc]

Did he put on muscle?? This guy is preparing for war

[@maiabdelfattah88]

Egyptians are 😂

[@MOverDose]

That's the best description!

[@marafat4653]

This comment right here

[@jacobatherton8339]

Damn. Bassam articulated how so many of us feel. Powerless and tired.

[@tf2368]

Simp😊

[@yade5979]

​@@tf2368troll😊

[@RudiAshton]

Forgot to say hypocrite and coward. No word about his own government (Egypt) role in Gazan's situation.

[@yade5979]

@@RudiAshton which role? Sure, they ain't attacking the illegal invaders as they should do, they ain't making every effort to destroy their apartheid regime as they should, but you would much rather focus on the bystanders who do nothing (or very little help) instead of the one supporting the thief's,murderers and r@p1sts? My mate, you are a evil person.

[@douglashobden]

Bassem says more truth in 10 mins than a politician will in a year.

[@semsemeini7905]

Depends on the audience.

[@dani-ks9cg]

Bassem should go tell his government in Egypt to stop locking the Gazans to death and open the Rafah border

[@HFH86]

@@dani-ks9cg And you think they would listen. Bro, it's like you didn't even watch the video you are commenting under. 🤔

[@dani-ks9cg]

@@HFH86 They won't but at least his word will be worth something

[@joekavanagh8997]

This man is a monument to humanity.As an Irish man, a member of a nation that has fought for its dignity,I totally respect him.I have nothing but CONTEMPT for anyone who contradicts ANYTHING this man has to say..As a Christian ,I will say , Christ Himself would stand with this man .✝️

[@soshse4307]

Islamic republic dictatorship is the result of marriage of Hamasi Islamism death cult and marxism. We are seeing it now in the West. Stand in front of these people or you will lose modern day liberal values (please look up liberal values before responding if you dare to respond ;)

[@mqureshi79]

Respect for Ireland. The only western country with the guts to say what’s happening.

[@homosuperior1337]

Tutoring for Prof. Christian Rieck Christian, I'll explain it to you in detail, for once, and then I'll get your professor title. So, the Israeli Zionists, who have been planning a large Israeli empire in the Middle East since the 1980s, are central to this. That's why 9/11 was carried out, to establish Muslims as the enemy. The Americans were then sent to the Middle East to do Israel's dirty work. Syria, Lebanon, Afghanistan and Iraq were rendered incapable of action. Egypt was bought off. Only Iran could not really be defeated. The conflict in Ukraine was created in order to prevent Europe from pulling out. The aim was to supply Europe through the gas fields in Gaza (Marine 1 and Marine 2) and at the same time make it politically dependent on Israel. To achieve this, Putin's Russia had to be established as the enemy. When Putin himself would have liked to join NATO in 2000, clear conditions had to be created first. To achieve this, a coup was staged on the Maidan and later the democrats were forced to blow up Nordstream 2. Before that, Europe was specially equipped with migration-friendly governments in order to bring Islamists manipulated/traumatized by MK-Ultra to Europe. These involuntary agents were meant to stir up anger at Islam in order to help Israel achieve great borders through a Third World War. You are welcome to take a look: Mirjam Adelson has already been installed on Trump's side. She now gave Trump 100 million euros to recognize Israel's new borders during the genocide in Gaza! So, bottom line, the Zionists are the puppeteers, the Muslims are the pawns, Russia is involuntarily annoying, and China is just about to emerge as the beneficiary of the Zionists' idiocy, while we here in Europe have a green, Zionist proxy government... That's how it is!

[@4thegood]

Bassem is one of the best painters of all time even better than Leonardo. In 30 mins, he painted a portrait of the gloomy world we live in and the machine/system that makes us speaking animals on a farm. Who ever sold the world didn’t own it in the first place.

[@paulettescott9042]

Bingo ❤🎉❤

[@kresimirzex2720]

I disagree! Only with one thing, Michelangelo is the best painter of all time. And sice we are making apstract comparisons Michelangelo was Jesus Christ of painting.😂

[@RudiAshton]

A true hypocrite and coward, who hasn't spoken a word on his government role in Gazan's situation.

[@ehitaredestiny3146]

@@RudiAshtonwhy does Egypt need to open their border for Palestinians 🇵🇸 to leave their own land? Palestinians aren’t going anywhere, that is their land.

[@RudiAshton]

@@ehitaredestiny3146 What about Egypt's role in the 15 years of blockade? You seem to be OK with it, so as Bassam with his swollen tongue on his own government.

[@marlouwecastaneda6322]

Krishnan and Bassem, two guys I won't get tired of listening to for hours.

[@natureinsound5997]

Very right

[@NeerajKumar-dk1tk]

then you need to get admit to mental asylum

[@natureinsound5997]

@@NeerajKumar-dk1tk you speak for yourself.

[@gabrielabraham9563]

​@@NeerajKumar-dk1tkyour already there 😂

[@truthseekeralways7050]

Bye T🙄🚮🤮 ​@@NeerajKumar-dk1tk

[@WhataMensch]

Excellent Guest. Bassem Youssef speaks the truth.

[@Gio.761]

I like him !

[@i-ian6268]

Krishna is filthy Lindu extremist. Be careful. Like Morgan he will frame and twist words

[@i-ian6268]

'Had to leave in a hurry' ... what a snake krishna is. 'Thanks for that'

[@i-ian6268]

Krisha is a lindu extremist modi bjp party member. Why even speak to him

[@i-ian6268]

Why speak to them.

[@eurekaadvisor1944]

One of he best interviews by Bassem! I didn’t like him much but today he represents everyone of us. He said every word we dare to say, he expressed deep feelings we all are feeling, he talked about 2011, he talked about the hypocrisy of west and America, he talked about coup, he talked about disappointment, frustration and about recklessness of the world. He talked about the confusion we all are in, he talked about why we don’t have democracy and the role of west into this, he talked about the new world order and how scary it is, he talked about unjust and unfairness, he talked about inhumane acts of west and most importantly he talked about the evil of the world, Israel! He talked about how Israel could even be awarded Nobel peace prize if they decide to stop the war. In all, Bassem was us today!

[@cropframe]

yeah, he is always lying a lot, but here it is exceptional

[@AzzamAbuJbara]

@@cropframenahh lying is used just to describe zionestt and politicians 🤡

[@taliamink5175]

@@cropframewhat’s he lying about?.

[@AxemanMessiah]

I'm pretty sure they already decided that they wanted to stop the war as long as they release the hostages which they still haven't done

[@Shedend-2]

Are we really sure about these hostages scenarios? Given the indiscriminate bombing are they still alive ?​@AxemanMessiah

[@itchobrf_19]

Its crazy this level we reached when comedians now tend to make way more sense than politicians !

[@RecreationalSpeaker]

This is the role of comedians, imo. Pointing out the bullshit your society stands on. I recommend some george Carlin bits!

[@sideshow101101]

not in scotland, comedy is now a hate crime.

[@carey561]

@@sideshow101101 it will soon be here too in Canada...

[@neilburns5934]

George carlin is the best ever for calling out the politicians

[@semsemeini7905]

It's already in Canada.

[@mdvv-2521]

Krishnan. Thank you. You did not only give a platform. You also conducted the interview greatly. You’re what we wish piers Morgan was

[@xCoolverine]

Krishnan is awesome

[@suziesearle9170]

Channel 4 has been very balanced in their reporting, Krishnan will tell someone to their face if he believes they are spewing propaganda.

[@andrewrobinson2565]

Bassem Youssef is a breath of fresh air. Every interview he does contains one or two little golden nuggets of pure wisdom. I hope he has enough acid reflux medicine 💊. I studied Arabic at Alexandria University in the early 80s and it enriched me in several ways (still an atheist). The Egyptians are terribly downtrodden but keep smiling 😊👍.

[@semsemeini7905]

Especially the Egyptian Jews who were robbed and ethnically cleansed, the Coptic Christians and the Nubians.

[@chrisel4349]

How does being enriched by studying Arabic have anything to do with you being an atheist?

[@andrewrobinson2565]

@@chrisel4349 It could have led to my changing religion, as the Qur'an is written in Arabic, but it didn't. Lots of Egyptian women tried to convert me though. 👍

[@chrisel4349]

@@andrewrobinson2565 I think you just like to mention that you’re an atheist. You studying Arabic is irrelevant to your religion. I’ve taken Arabic classes and nobody in my classes converted to Islam 😂

[@romanzolanski7363]

A comedian talking more sense than politicians

[@MarceloLarrosaMoura]

They were always

[@RealityApe]

@@MarceloLarrosaMoura i was about to say the same :)

[@cropframe]

he is just repeating Muslim supremacist propaganda. Tell Egypt to open the border crossing if they love Arabs so much

[@toddwarner1892]

he is not making that much sense, he knows islam is the issue here

[@AbidKhan-se2ie]

@@toddwarner1892 where did islam even come from. It sounds as if you the one when cant comprehend what his saying. Don't blame your incapability on others.

[@angelabrooke5059]

I'm 60 and I'm also cynical. Bassem is intelligent and I fear he is right.

[@alekseyboyarshinov8200]

He is a liar.

[@nitamankoo2359]

So what specifically did he lie about?

[@samer.4660]

What did he lie about​@@alekseyboyarshinov8200

[@RB71073]

​@@alekseyboyarshinov8200Grow up.

[@Michael-24.7]

​@@alekseyboyarshinov8200 just because truth hurts you.. that doesn't make it a lie .. do fact checking right here and prove his lies

[@hayleyanna2625]

Very impressed with this man. He speaks truths which makes many people feel very uncomfortable. Tough. We are living in extremely dark times and so many are suffering.

[@dani-ks9cg]

Bassem should go tell his government in Egypt to stop locking the Gazans to death and open the Rafah border

[@irtazaazam2573]

​@dani-ks9cg Why should Egypt pay for Israel's invasion? Israel as the occupying power is responsible for taking care of civilians. Unless you just want Gazans to be kicked out to Egypt because you wanna ethnically cleanse Gaza.

[@dani-ks9cg]

@@irtazaazam2573 First, the weapons in Gaza were smuggled to Gaza through EGYPT, so they are accountable. Second, there has been no "occupation" in Gaza since 2005. Third, go learn history. Your lack of knowledge of the region is embarrassing

[@irtazaazam2573]

@dani-ks9cg got evidence of that? And even if they did that is not how international law works.

[@melwawi1]

This is an extraordinary interview where the host is very respectful and gave Bassem his fair time and platform.

[@dani-ks9cg]

Bassem should go tell his government in Egypt to stop locking the Gazans to death and open the Rafah border

[@naimrosely1800]

​@@dani-ks9cg that's it! The other day my neighbour said that they are camping on my lawn so I let them. Yesterday they are not having enough space so they start living in my garage even without my permission. This morning they claimed my house is theirs and I should not be there. Now my other neighbour would not let me into their house even though my house is now occupied. Nonsense isn't it? Someone should tell my other neighbour that I have right to be on their lawn also.

[@light7867]

@@dani-ks9cgthey don’t listen to the Egyptian people they listen to those who trained them and facilitate their power!

[@dani-ks9cg]

@@light7867 Then the WORLD should demand it. BOYCOTT EGYPT

[@dani-ks9cg]

@@naimrosely1800 Good description of Islam. Go learn the history of the region. There was a Jewish presence in this land before ANY Arab arrived there to steal JEWISH LAND

[@marjendemhare5892]

My heart feels so heavy when Bassem laughs, he is in great pain, much respect and honour from South Africa 🇿🇦🇵🇸💞🕊

[@cryptosunflower840]

As a fellow South African, I love seeing your comment here 🇵🇸🍉🕊️🇿🇦

[@zenzender3790]

I can listen to this guy for hours.

[@Tormentality]

crazy Egyptians cannot, so sad

[@christhomson8924]

i love jews arent they a lovely bunch? lovely, lovely jews i love that Special wall, i want to speak to it for guidance

[@angelabrooke5059]

yes, but why? His point is is that this is all hot air. The killing and corruption continues.

[@samboy90]

@@christhomson8924😂😂😂

[@MadbakhaMuna]

Me too❤

[@jeanneparadise8200]

This is so heartbreaking and authentic. Obviously, the world is allowing this sadistic genocide. God help us stop this destruction.

[@dani-ks9cg]

Bassem should go tell his government in Egypt to stop locking the Gazans to death and open the Rafah border

[@dandy8308]

The world is also allowing 25,000 people to die from starvation each day (10,000 of them children). None of this is new or unique. Many serious genocides (death tolls of 100s of 1000s / millions) have happened since ww2, all of them in impoverished countries. Its just the economic impact that matters to those in power. This is the world.

[@StealthyHawks]

@@dandy8308You’re so ignorant and privileged, just because you live in comfort doesn’t mean you should ignore other peoples suffering across the world. Especially when you’re country and tax payer’s money is funding and arming Israel and slaughtering thousands of lives.

[@tonedowne]

@@dani-ks9cg the Egyptian government hates him so much that he had to leave. But let’s be clear, Israel has created a total humanitarian disaster in Gaza. They have pushed the entire population south towards the Egyptian border with the expressed hope that Egypt will feel obliged to give the people refuge, and as soon as people cross the border, they will not be allowed to return and Israel gets the ethnic cleansing and land it wants, and Egypt gets millions of desperate angry traumatised refugees. So you can see why Egypt is not keen for either thing to happen.

[@YakrifZee]

@dani-ks9cg So you accept you are ethnically cleansing Arabs of Gaza.

[@selmanita]

His ability to put our feelings into words is truly refreshing ❤️

[@LyricalMurderer1]

Calling him “comedian” is an insult and a “joke” at this point. Dude is dropping knowledge…

[@ajizchaki4613]

Fact

[@OrinSorinson]

It's what the best comedians do. You laugh at the joke and after you stop laughing and acknowledge the facts and the absurdity of the world, you gain some knowledge, and hopefully, some wisdom.

[@saidi7975]

True comedy is a noble mark.

[@VERYPURPLE]

Basset Youssef you’re such a beautiful soul that is needed in this world. Thank you for your service.🫶🏾✌🏾

[@AbdulSoomro-kj5lt]

Soo true he’s the real superman

[@franklinnash]

Perhaps one of our most eloquent speakers. The human race needs more people like Bassam Yousef.

[@dani-ks9cg]

Bassem should go tell his government in Egypt to stop locking the Gazans to death and open the Rafah border

[@HotEye]

His government traitors they with Israel..... and don't forget that they dictators ... he should speak with USA government ​@@dani-ks9cg

[@amanyhossam5437]

He did if you actually cared to listen! A big part of what he said was criticising the Egyptian and all Arab regimes ​@@dani-ks9cg

[@Red-PilI]

@@dani-ks9cg what and facilitate ethnic clensing for Zionist occupation

[@svechristian345]

No 😂😂😂

[@shem4753]

All respect to this man.

[@DDD-mb9bh]

Im a chinese, and most the knowladge about this war i known is fron watching Bassem.By the way,as you know there is not that much video about talking about this war such deep in chinese net. I have to say, after watching almost all the Bsssem interview, the onlything i feel about this situation between Israel and Palestine is HOPELESS. It seems like people couldnt do anything to cut the fire even people protest in so many countries. The power of Israel is so big that you can choice the president only between "support Israel" and "SUPPORT！ Israel" ,of cause im talking about ths USA's president who may only have the power to stop Israel. THE FUTURE IS SO DARK. May have some bad words, sorry about my bad English

[@GeorgKallenbach]

Your English is nice, don't be ashamed of it :)

[@darkhorse505]

Talk about a man of the people. Saying the quiet parts out load. Unafraid to challenge the BS and talk plainly. This man has lead a life of many chapters and has matured to come to his own truths that I think he’s happy with and that a lot of people can relate too. I especially loved when he said, you may feel like you have power to vote for people you want in a democracy, but it’s all an illusion. Our choices don’t matter really. And while we squabbling about cultural terms and be ummming and ahhhing about what is right and wrong. Real people die at that expense. What can we do? We protest, we shout our displeasure, we try tell the people in power, we are not happy! Yet non of them care. International doesn’t exist. Only who are our political friends and enemies. Who bribes our politicians the most. Democracy vs communism vs fascism. Nothing we do really matters. At least not in a political sense. It makes me sad 😒

[@sueloh5035]

You put it well. Ordinary people are so helpless . The politicians and their handlers call all the shots .

[@solopa3808]

George Carlin already called it.. we have owners😢

[@johnmcdonald828]

What a great guest. And completely spot on about how it doesn’t matter what we do. The killing goes on. It’s the people in power who need to do something.

[@airtale.p]

Like the hamas leaders who started all this? Or the Qataris who host them? Or all the islamist dictators who fuel this while refusing to accept immigrants, are perpetually in wars, and eternally spew hate-speech and dogmatically say that nonbelievers should be exterminated? No obviously not, secular democratic countries should solve everyone's bullshit all the time and be sanctioned if they fail to resolve things. People's attitude is fucking retarded on this topic. APPEASING WARMONGER DICTATORS AND MILITIAS AND BEING AGAINST SELF-DEFENSE WON'T BRING PEACE

[@OzyMandias13]

“It’s the people in power who need to do something” …*IF they want anything to change.

[@FarooqM-wx5ms]

People in power will never change till they are forced to. And you can force them many ways.

[@AidenWhitty-p6k]

I find myself agreeing with everything he says and in every interview.

[@BuuGz86]

because he speaks the actual truth...

[@aahr100]

Likewise

[@bob7615]

He’s right ! Politicians can’t stand these smart people. If only we had leaders like this! Canada 🇨🇦 loves you

[@Elizadoolittle1948]

Bassem is so so cool. So real and funny. Every time I see him on KZbin I click..every time.

[@HistoryOfRevolutions]

"The smart way to keep people passive and obedient is to strictly limit the spectrum of acceptable opinion, but allow very lively debate within that spectrum" - Noam Chomsky

[@mathieusimoneau3358]

Ah yes he did just that when he suggested to lock down unvaccinated people and let them starve. A man of profound wisdom.

[@hvk3377]

that is pr4cisely what Channel 4 does. What a great mentor to Channel 4 is the great anti - Israel Noam Chomsky.

[@tactik5903]

you forgot to add this ✡

[@عبد-ت7ز]

This..... always about controlled oppostion.... Just enough to satiate, but never enough to remediate....

[@ivangoran4461]

Bassem has the same narrative as Biden and Nuland when it comes to children of Donbass being bombed for 10 years now.

[@andrewrobinson2565]

This interview is like one of the those films that you can watch several times 👍.

[@linakhalaf2270]

I’m Egyptian and I feel every word. Saying that we know that we don’t matter. In the eyes of the world we don’t matter and having hope that we will is only more difficult.

[@MasterOfInfinity]

Two honest, relatable and likable people trying to navigate through this complex geopolitical mess. This is what we need.

[@faebalina7786]

It’s really not Complex

[@dani-ks9cg]

Bassem should go tell his government in Egypt to stop locking the Gazans to death and open the Rafah border

[@sufmeister786]

@@dani-ks9cgwhat are you on about?? The same country he had to flee from in order to not get locked up. Did you even listen to the interview??

[@Antrunu]

​@@dani-ks9cg Are you advocating ethnic cleansing?

[@drorpeled6938]

babies murdered in their crib by Hamas is not the same as Hamas fighters putting babies as a human shield

[@Billy_Bull_Sheeter]

Bassem is a very close friend of mine. We grew up together in Egypt. Same schools, same colleges etc etc. I left the country at the same time. We wrote comedy together. He is very talented and is an honest man. I'm so proud of what he's achieved. But more proud that he's my best friend. He wanted me to be part of his show, bit I told him no, Bassy (that's what his closest friends call him) you must do this on your own. It's your time to shine. And he said ok. He's a lovely guy. Very kind and always ready to help people.

[@celestesmith6060]

Billy Bullshitter!!!

[@ninayosef2575]

Acording to youre name?😂 وحياتك لو انت مصري بصحيح غير اسمك عشان الناس تحاول تسدقك....بدون زعل

[@Billy_Bull_Sheeter]

@@ninayosef2575 I'm telling the truth this time I swear. I mean how else would I know he's a honest guy, talented and kind. Or that he's a nice person.

[@ninayosef2575]

If you say so....​@@Billy_Bull_Sheeter

[@ninayosef2575]

If you say so...متل ما بدك😊

[@ianwatson3315]

i work and live in the middle east, I work and live amongst muslims..I cannot stress enough how the welcome and friendship i have had with these people.

[@hasanmahmood30]

Thank you for your support.

[@Aleksamson]

Do you wear yamaka? Or a Star of David pendant around your neck?

[@Warhammer416]

​@@Aleksamsoneven if he did he would be welcomed. Muslims aren't racists like Zionists

[@hamazonuk]

I realise long time that Muslims are not the problem.

[@jamelb2230]

I find it so sad and frustrating that our people in the Middle East treat you as if you are something special I wish our people where not that dumb ignorant simple minded people who always becoming floormats for western foreigners in their own countries this is so frustrating 😮😮😮😮😮

[@gategi10]

I love this guy . He has such a refreshing honesty and is not arrogant or conceited at all..

[@mmjnr10]

One of very few people in media who talk this crisis with absolute common sense and express not only among Arabs but all non biased normal people who are aware about what's happening and are disgusted by it... BTW this man's show in Egypt toppled an entire regime almost single handedly that's how extremely intelligent and effective this man is

[@ramatgan1]

I live in London and I'm also cynical. Bassem is intelligent and he is right.

[@7pinky791]

You are not cynical. You are not alone, Conservative & Labour are both the same.

[@teequinny8179]

​@ceooflonelinessinc.267 why do you sound like you want to go back to roast beef and hotpots mate? Behave yourself. We need that seasoning. Stop complaining about brown people. Your life would be bland without them.

[@lorenaesparza2594]

I feel so bad for him . You could feel the hurt and darkness of the pain he's feeling inside about not being able to do anything for the suffering of his people . . Sad . That's how we are feeling . 😢 Love you Bassem . May Allah protect you .

[@KapreSaAcacia-y8z]

He said it to himself that he is not a Palestinian, he is an Egyptian Muslim migrated to America with a half Palestinian wife, so this concern of his is not because of his people. He is just concerns to his fellow Muslim brothers and sisters at the other part of the world. Not a surprising emotional empathy for the same religious affiliate same as Gal Gadot expressing her empathy towards October 7, massacre incident in Israel. Nothing special about it.

[@ivangoran4461]

He could ease his pain if he imagined the children of Palestine to be children of Donbass, as he has the same stance and narrative on the issue as Biden and Nuland.

[@caramelbilquees]

They are NOT his people he is NOT Palestinian!!

[@rywt4zc]

@@KapreSaAcacia-y8z That's true. The ummah, right? And yet, Egypt doesn't want to take any of them. Difference is, Gal was born there, has actual knowledge and experience there. Bassem has slogans and catch phrases and sarcasm and anger. See his recent video on Triggernometry for more

[@ginnymoo7628]

Suffering of his people? He is Egyptian. Have you seen Egypt's wall to protect from Palestinian attacks? Palestine attacks Egypt, too. Look up the history of the terrorism used by Palestine against Egypt.

[@RJ6AV6]

"People in power do whatever they want" he's spot on and the sad thing is nothing is going to change

[@kjenkinsdjom]

It WILL change bc of people like Bassem who bend the arc of history towards justice ❤

[@youcantpredictthat]

Channel 4 was the only UK based mainstream media that actually reported what they saw and not what IDF told them to see.

[@hasanmahmood30]

Respect

[@wbafc1231]

Not sure about that.

[@damianreid2452]

​@@wbafc1231Not perfect but they come closer than most.

[@juliewake4585]

Yes indeed. They’re continuing to do this.

[@wbafc1231]

@@damianreid2452 Best of the worst.

[@Shipperville]

I hate the question of "What's your power to complain if you didn't vote?" My power to complain is that there was no viable option who was looking out for my self-interests for me to vote. They worked for TPTB of the highest bidder. Why is this so hard for people to understand? Thanks for this great interview Bassem Youssef.

[@Swashbuckler9x]

George Carlin had a great bit on this. If you voted, you actually don't have any right to complain. You chose this. Can't find anyone worth voting for.

[@loveitstudios]

Yeah I’ve never understood the position that you don’t have a right to complain if you don’t vote. I mean the whole concept of rights is that you have these choices, and you could say, even the duty to express your beliefs. And if that belief is that the system is corrupt, and there is no virtue or value in voting, then that is a right you have to exercise. I’ve voted once over two decades ago when I turned 18. That was to put Tony Blair’s government into power. But then to see what he did in Iraq and then with banking, it was very clear that a Labour government is pretty similar to a conservative one. I’ve not voted since, but still use my rights as a citizen to complain.

[@stevehartley621]

If Americans don't vote and Trump gets in then they'll have given up any chance to vote in the future as well. It's not as if Trump hasn't spelt out what he intends to do. Sure there are issues with Biden, but he's not going to be a dictator and stay in office for ever. Whatever you don't like about Biden, Trump would be worse on every issue. This year's vote is of critical importance to every American. The Republicans demonstrate perpetually that they don't want people to vote. Use your voice and stand up for the future of the country.

[@carey561]

@@loveitstudios yeah they end up all being the same...it is systemic but they don't all yet know that until they get into power...

[@keycuz]

Voting doesn't change the power structure. Decentralisation or just more of the same. People don't even vote for anyone, they just vote against whoever is the current face.

[@salsadublin7200]

Well done channel 4.. SkyNews and BBC should get some lectures on integrity, fairness, honesty, compassion, a voice for the voiceless, stateless and powerless..

[@hasanmahmood30]

BBC, CNN, SKY NEWS are licking their masters shoe. FREEDOM OF LICKING 🤣

[@ashbody3499]

Absolutely. Well said.

[@Arateenteras]

👏🏻👏🏻

[@stevefrompolaca2403]

if it made any difference would they braodcast this? as the man said, people don't really care. MSM virtue signaling to maintain the staus quo.

[@shsh-he5qg]

👍👏

[@adammorehouse7664]

"They are not my people, they are human beings" Gold, absolute Gold! Heard all the way to the Southern Hemisphere!

[@Judysmokeypuma]

He is not cynical, he is being realistic.

[@robr3512]

ask bassem why we take our shoes off at airports

[@carlosmendez2591]

This man basically saying he don’t want to do it but people are demanding it from him so he’s taking it up . To have that mindset and still being really good at it is crazy man is a walking W

[@shouqatshaikh2822]

Bassems Clarity is amazing, it just shows how neutered we have become.

[@BarcaHannibal]

It shows your prejudice. You only see his "clarity" because you agree with him.

[@fukpoeslaw3613]

​@@BarcaHannibalhe looks like a wolf in sheep clothes. Let him criticise his own culture, cause *that's* the real problem in the middle east. (and in lots of the rest of the world)

[@amgadtawfik7534]

@@BarcaHannibal how is it hard for anyone to agree with someone who just wants the killing to stop? You show your prejudice when you want more innocent people to die

[@BarcaHannibal]

@@amgadtawfik7534 I never mentioned this conflict. It was just a matter of philosophy and how biased our views are. Regardless of topic if you say one side has the "clarity" its prejudice. Theres no way in a matter this complicated a comedian could have "clarity". Not only him but anybody

[@unicorn_sparkles_8945]

@@BarcaHannibal So what's unclear to you? How many more people should die from starvation and bombing? Please share with us what you're struggling with.

[@HayfaTunisian]

We all relate to u and feel your frustration! We all feel desperate but at the same time can't stop protesting, boycotting, sharing and commenting everywhere ! Maybe we're doing it for ourselves so that we can sleep at night and not to tell future generations that we were cowards or ignorant or heartless..

[@SunnyDarkoShow]

This man always makes complete sense.

[@Tormentality]

yep

[@2000av]

What has the world become to when a clown like him supposedly makes sense

[@jayr9952]

Always a pleasure to see Bassem Youssef. It is about power and those that have it and those that don't.

[@mnscnscC]

low iq lefts

[@mohd8218]

Sad thing is that what bassem says doesn't only relate to Gaza

[@paulettescott9042]

True that ❤😢

[@predictivetext2447]

Bassem please don't think your voice is pointless. The people are waking up and we vote

[@themissingpeace7956]

What is the point of voting when both candidates will place Israel above the interests of their own country?

[@SuperDaraman]

It doesn’t matter, the people can’t do anything.

[@MVK123]

All your politicians are bought by Israel. The best thing you can do is not vote

[@jihadbw]

this guy (Bassem) is saying the most complex reality in the easiest words that all can digest and understand whiout the manipualtion and deception of politicians and PR groups.

[@ParaquatSC]

THanks Mr Jihad, good to have your unbiased take

[@johnnyg4062]

Brilliant! This man speaks the truth that we all can see but can't do anything about because of the current "democratic" construct. His eyes are opened as are many of ours.

[@hopefull2070]

Such a mighty interview! Really enjoyed this exchange. Bassem is grounded in the root of honesty and truth.

[@tommyreilly8117]

One of the most entertaining and knowledgeable conversations I have ever listened to. Thank you Bassem for your wisdom and Krishnan for allowing him this platform.

[@Batman-g6]

*18:05** In all honesty, that lawyer who told Bassem to leave is a HERO. Without him bassem would be in serious danger.*

[@snc8537]

Lovely to listen to humane humans. This man is blessed. 🎉

[@tahsinozgur8694]

I first heard of Bassem Youssef when he was interviewed by German comedian Kaya Yanar, of Turkish origin and whom I also admire. Now I especially seek out and listen to other interviews with him. He is intelligent, well-informed, articulate and witty!

[@tahsinozgur8694]

@@Fahok77 Danke!

[@steffiaronica]

Same for me. Thank you Kaya for introducing me to this man.

[@sea_ellef]

Thank you Bassem. We have a similar electoral problem in the U.K.. Our leaders on both sides serve their donors and the establishment not the people. Both sides have supported genocide and the one leader who would never have done so, and who has been on the right side of history throughout his career, was removed partly because he did not agree that criticising Israeli policy is antisemitism, is being persecuted and vilified and kept out of the party he nearly won the election for. What to do?

[@Hartley_Hare]

That wasn't why he was accused of anti-Semitism.

[@HaggardPillockHD]

​@@Hartley_Hare you talking about Corbyn?

[@Hartley_Hare]

@@HaggardPillockHD Also known as 'Magic Grandpa'.

[@semsemeini7905]

Check the definition of genocide and read the Hamas Charter which is no different than Mein Kampf. If Israel has committed genocide then every country that has ever gone to war is guilty of genocide.

[@sea_ellef]

@@Hartley_Hare Why was it?

[@a.m3657]

I love Bassem and feel so blessed to hear him speak but this is a difficult time for those who don't agree with what the West are saying about the Israel-Gaza. I usually avoid the news at all costs but will watch Krishnan as he tries to get to the truth. Wishing Baseem and his family all the best.

[@Mary-bz9bn]

Bassem is awesome, but this was painful to watch. As a person from afghan descent i feel his pain.

[@sennasennina4891]

Bassem is spot-on in his assertion that nothing truly matters in this world. What others think or say holds no real significance. The underlying issue lies in the fact that most individuals have a narrow perspective, failing to grasp the broader scope of existence. We're akin to mere pawns or subjects in a world controlled by a handful of influential families, not by presidents or governments.

[@BobHaijerJr]

The more people realize that the faster we can change it.

[@UnknownUser-by4le]

@@BobHaijerJrmost people realise this. Most people just don’t care enough. We are to distracted by the consumerist narcissistic life we live

[@BobHaijerJr]

@@Margherite2 but do you get why he’s disheartened with the voting system? Both parties serve corporations and wars above their own people. The dems ignored the Palestinian cause until they realized they were tanking in the polls and then they pretended to care but never shifted policy. 70 % of dems want a ceasefire 50% of republicans but the politicians are less than 10% combined.

[@kamaurahamukti5919]

Wow - thank you, Mr Youssef, for this clear attitude and speaking truth. Thank you from Kenya 🙏🏽🇰🇪

[@raghdamamdouhdarwish1616]

this host Christian is calm and nice and lets people talk in contrast to piers Morgan, i like him

[@ticklehiphop]

Krishnan is his name!

[@marlons488]

Wow, as an Englishman, I say he makes so much sense

[@vjtm7061]

As an Englishman, you're a clown. Your country is being taken over by these liars. Enjoy.

[@Theodisc]

He lives up to his name: Bassem - 'the smiling one' in Arabic. 💙

[@basherbasia4451]

Beautiful...

[@marjendemhare5892]

The smile of pain is clear.

[@hmansou2165]

Best interview hand down …he said what he said unapologetically the truth hurts but we all have to face reality that nothing we do will ever really cause big change.

[@Antrunu]

Much respect for this guy!!! I understand how fed up he's with the reality we live in

[@zizikitty]

I feel akin to Bassem Y. I am an American that lived in Egypt. Loved it. Everything he expressed, is right where I have landed too. Cynical and maybe beginning to lose hope. It's difficult to accept reality right now. For many of us, it hurts deeply. How do we overcome dystopia and our own personal suffering in it?

[@dani-ks9cg]

Bassem should go tell his government in Egypt to stop locking the Gazans to death and open the Rafah border

[@2tearsinabucket521]

Everytime I listen to bassem I find out another gem of history , he’s a fascinating person

[@tf2368]

Simp

[@dani-ks9cg]

Bassem should go tell his government in Egypt to stop locking the Gazans to death and open the Rafah border

[@2tearsinabucket521]

Great rebuttal guys,clearly don’t see how bad you sound, name call and telling someone what they should do..fun bunch, not to mention the sick idea of shoving those people into another country!? Your head needs looking at

[@Cettolini]

Bassem Youssef you are a brilliant person lots of love and support from Turkiye

[@sadiyaazeem9025]

Look at bassem body language. He is extremely frustrated, exhausted and discouraged yet still trying to focus and talk on the topic.

[@SMacCuUladh]

he is a liar and you are more than fooled, you would sacrifice your children to look good in front of people who hate you.

[@olivergard572]

It's an act

[@sadiyaazeem9025]

⁠​⁠​⁠@@SMacCuUladh like it or not Israel is an apartheid country governed by a war criminal who is extremely deluded. I cannot imagine how hard you must be brainwashed that you need to rely on propaganda to dehumanize a minority group and justify killing innocent women and children telling they sacrifice for an act?! Like wtf is wrong with you people! Must be shameful to be a part of genocidal country!

[@Cobalt1520]

If he doesn't want to be there he doesn't have to. He knows what people who invite him want to talk about, so he is there because he wants to. He is an hypocrite, just like everyone who defends totalitary regimes, murderers and dictators. I used to like him but, as usual with these people, was wrong.

[@TheThugNasty]

@@SMacCuUladhwhere did he lie?

[@bentleycocamden6198]

Finally honest journalism. Allowing him to speak without interrupting.

[@tatjanaflugel396]

Hehe, he should try to interrupt him. 😊

[@jordanrandle3492]

That's called allowing the narrative. It's not journalism.

[@mickmarsbar81]

Of course he’s allowing him to speak, he agrees with him.

[@dawiser1]

I really appreciate Bassem’s honesty in these interviews. He speaks his mind freely.

[@figsy69]

Which he himself admitted he could not do in his native Arab country. The same goes for "palestine", Iran, Yemen,

[@DermofthedeaD]

​@@figsy69 or Germany

[@liamlinson7563]

@@figsy69 cant really do that in "israel" either, any criticism of the government will get you detained or beaten up by the cops, there's plenty of videos to prove it

[@jordanrandle3492]

He's also irrationally sarcastic and combative. He is Palestine's worst advocate.

[@whramijg]

​@@jordanrandle3492irrationally according to you? What conflict and adversity have you had in your life?

[@jin6000]

Everything he says is absolutely spot on. HOW do we live in such a backwards world where so much wrong is committed, the general public see it, and yet still we do NOTHING. We should all be ashamed for letting it get to this.

[@sammyt3514]

One of Bassem's more poignant and impactful interviews mainly due to the brilliant interviewer (sorry, I don't know the gentleman's name) who asked him tough, relevant questions and gave him an ample chance to fully articulate his point of view without interruptions. This was a master class in the art of interviewing.

[@wylepeyote]

Krishnan Guru Murthy.

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His interview technique is poor. Bassem youssef is a brilliant raconteur and able to make the best of it despite the rather rubbish and demeaning questions.