Cost of speaking out for Palestine | Bassem Youssef talks to TRT World

“I have lost a couple of jobs in Hollywood”
Egyptian American comedian Bassem Youssef talks to TRT World in an exclusive interview about the cost of speaking out for Palestine in the US.
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[@Shahi79]

It shows that you didn’t sell your soul for money and you didn’t care if Hollywood dropped you but you stood by Palestine. Greatest respect to you.

[@bobbobby7536]

It's satire i think.

[@itubecollection1623]

​@@bobbobby7536yeah your reaction is

[@amjedhatu542]

@@bobbobby7536definitely not Satire. He’s been speaking out for Palestine for over a decade.

[@safeezrahman8823]

Don't sell even your sole of shoes... Let aside soul...

[@keirfarnum6811]

No one should sell the bottoms of their shoes. To do so could be soul crushing. 😆

[@user-dc3sm9ec9q]

Being able to sleep at night with a clear conscience is priceless, thank you bro, you're a amazing human being.

[@johnoliver3056]

Yeah sure a clear conscience.of supporting palestine who elected hamas and were celebrating the attack in Israel and now suddenly they're crying for a ceasefire when they hide behind civilians. This rat wanta fame and he got it.

[@auntiesemite9295]

What's coming from Allah is far better than anything america can give.

[@alexschwartzman2135]

That is the height of hypocrisy

[@sabertooth6425]

I can sleep peacefully no stress❤ maybe u should try it

[@user-dc3sm9ec9q]

@@sabertooth6425 Ju ly

[@myplanetearth8831]

You didn't lose anything.. you have won millions of hearts ..

[@Yessilobee]

You are a man of integrity! We love you for being selfless and stand for the right thing. Wishing you the very best!

[@bobjones8321]

Iran, Syria and Egypt have the highest human rights violations in the world! They're all Muslim countries! What does that tell you?

[@jesuispalestinien9108]

You are a great intellectual and a very intelligent man. You are a great human being. Love from Pakistan ❤🇵🇰 🇵🇰❤🇵🇸

[@abeltesfaye_]

WE LOVE YOU, BASSEM ❤❤❤ I found you bc of your Piers Morgan interview and have appreciated you ever since! FREE PALESTINE 🇵🇸

[@delideri3518]

Bassem❤

[@andresfeliciano]

Needed to hear this. Thank u Bassem. Always stand up and speak out for what’s right in your heart.

[@tobee7268]

Thank you Bassem, you touch many hearts and minds, God bless.

[@annamazurkiewicz1684]

You could be hero for everyone.

[@slmagljr5181]

Thank u Its only a few days since i have come across your videos . Its amazing , grest person of heart . May Sllsh bless you . Sslutd to u my brother ❤

[@slmagljr5181]

May Allah bless you

[@elif-hafsa1453]

Even if you lose your job in this unfair world, do not lose your conscience and humanity and always continue to defend the truth. You will definitely find a job. (And thank you again.)

[@phillipaclemons7261]

He’s not whining or crying about being victimised. He’s cool: “You win some and lose some”

[@moviemaniacs130]

You lost hollywood but you found the people bassem. You are the people's champ

[@jacedjohnson3541]

An man of true integrity

[@Shire7]

Nah , you don't know him. Other than his partialy tru stand with palestine , he is a clown.

[@Auba-jamie]

​@@Shire7nah I do know him his a G

[@adrianvlad5095]

Respect 🫡 my man!

[@mavismalpenny3782]

as much integrity as the 'peace loving' religion of Islam

[@InYourWalls101]

@@mavismalpenny3782what do you really know about Islam, probably nothing

[@lutfisaqqa989]

Thanks, Basim. I Appreciate your effort to unveiling the truth. ✔️💯💯

[@KimzeYoungz]

I love so much from Somalia 🇸🇴 💓 💗

[@anthonyrabboh1828]

We will always have your back for all the love you showed Palestinian people

[@elles.4488]

Speaking out is not easy in Hollywood. But I admire & respect him for his stand. He's outspoken, funny, brilliant, a comedian that I love.

[@amf239]

yeah, speaking out in gaza is easy though! try that please! or try speaking out in any islamic land that you love so much and see what happens

[@Mow423]

Thank you Basem you touched many hearts💜 all the way from the UK

[@theyall.love_mar]

You aren't destroying your career, you're making way for an ethical one ❤ May Allah reward you for your Sabr

[@thomasross6974]

What career?..Noone knows this guy.

[@Iznu940]

​​@@thomasross6974Is that your attempt at humour?? 😂

[@virginiatierney408]

​@thomasross6974 your loss if you are not one of the millions who love Bashem.

[@equivalent1861]

​@@thomasross6974But you just commented on his😅

[@ratuldeoun7228]

Allahuma Ameen 🤲🏽

[@smyDerty]

We will support you @Bassim Yousef... thanks for standing and voicing what is right.

[@Just-Human]

I wont and I know many who dont.

[@Sylvia-ps8tg]

He‘s on the right side of history❤

[@Jonahlight]

Don't worry. What matters is the end. You will be known as a fighter for humanity! You are in the right side of history!

[@deepikajishtu4494]

Ooo really and what is the right side of humanity ???

[@zarahhamid3304]

@@deepikajishtu4494 not being on the side u are ❤️

[@Jonahlight]

@@zarahhamid3304 exactly 💯

[@Jonahlight]

@@deepikajishtu4494 the answer is clear as a crystal. You need to do your research and find out.

[@arianasofia8930]

​@deepikajishtu4494 uhhh....the side that doesn't want any war and choose to help instead of killing human/ genocide of course

[@marwansherif6201]

People like you make us have faith in humanity and not lose hope.❤

[@hanihani8612]

Brother you are honestly loved by regular people.

[@ghazalanasir3678]

Thank you to speak about Palestinian brothers and sisters and stand against injustice and oppression of Israel

[@TransKidsMafia]

Per Islam lying is not only permissible in war, it’s obligatory.

[@Teee237]

@@TransKidsMafiasorry to correct you but the correct spelling is zionisssm not Islam. Have a lovely day

[@CasulLVX]

​@Teee237 I would correct the spelling but then my comment would get censored :p

[@Teee237]

@@CasulLVX 🤦‍♀️tell me about it. I’m getting block from every angle

[@TransKidsMafia]

@@Teee237 lol go ask any devout Muslim.

[@DerBosnierCGN]

God bless you my man. Love from Germany

[@luisnieves8242]

your man ay !! enjoy it.

[@uygi43]

Youbare just amazing! Thank you for speaking up and also your braveness!!

[@idrizlama2018]

You lost your jobs but you didn’t loose your voice , u didn’t loose your integrity. Keep your head held high and continue to speak up!

[@lauraharmon9404]

Bassem is amazing and there is a place in heaven for him 🙏🙏🙏 🇵🇸🇵🇸🇵🇸🇵🇸

[@KoreaNyangTiger]

Good for you Bassem. May Allah reward you for your honesty and sacrifce.

[@Maxaamed]

Big huge respect for BASSEM, thank you for speaking up and giving voice to the voiceless.

[@christinethomas6763]

So many people will love you forever. Integrity never fails to make a lasting impression. A great double act too with the Palestinian Ambassador.

[@shabshah9071]

"Integrity never fails" love your words❤

[@bebehassan9153]

You are a great human being. May Allah reward you for using your voice for Palestine 🇵🇸 . ❤

[@SumayaUthman-fd6gu]

Allahuma aameen

[@shadyabdelrahman1616]

Ameen

[@salmaalnomani5984]

Ameen

[@moonmon6848]

Love from uk & Bangladesh , whole world

[@seenit4]

We will support you .

[@SK-CAN]

I want to go and see Bassem shows. True gentleman that cares about humanity.

[@philipchristopher-jy6ee]

He is a Hypothetical

[@hussainahmedsherpuri]

What show? What type of show's does he do?

[@dr.majedmuhtaseb103]

We love you and your shows.

[@neno4282]

Thank you for everything you doing for 🇵🇸

[@JimySlow-wq9bw]

Big respect n salute to Bassem sending salam ❤ good spirit to you n all of you from jkrta Viva Palestine forever

[@user-rh9gc3rf3x]

A lot of love from me.Thank you for explaining the situation in Palastine.

[@knightofceylon-ms1us]

My sincere respect and love for you ❤

[@abdul-muhaimendalghusa7855]

Your pure intentions will win you the heart of the public. God bless man

[@leonardnimoy7]

Bassem, history is no longer "a set of lies agreed upon". The digital age has documented accurately what has and is happening in Palestine. You, my friend, are forever and undoubtedly on the right side and it cannot be erased. Thank you. You will be respected for many many generations yet to come. Free Palestine 🇵🇸 🫂 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@Kimsy4]

I got to know him during this genocide. I adore him and am glad I got to know him. May Allah bless him in every way. Ameen.

[@rizwanhussain2288]

Summaameen

[@craiggardner5525]

I appreciate your courage and love for our Palestinian brethren. Be strong brother.

[@haziq0007]

Instead of living as hypocrites he chose to live as truthful as possible! God bless those who tell truth! Thank you Bassem for becoming the voice of Palestine!

[@alexschwartzman2135]

Who is the hypocrite? Think

[@user-wz2vg3ff5u]

Свободу Палестине✌️🇵🇸🙌

[@monanasrallah]

A hero in my book

[@mzozbo]

Bless you Bassem

[@ForeverEarthFootage]

Everything ive seen of this guy over the past few months has wowed me. Brilliant speaker, highly intelligent & very charismatic. You cant keep a good guy down 🙏🏼

[@JayD2006]

You can’t buy humanity. Respect ❤

[@wafae3294]

Merci pour ce que vous faites ! C'est bon d'être du bon côté de l'histoire !

[@antoniasalmon7822]

I've read some of the comments. There are so many! All positive words have been used, what can I say more? Your thoughts, actions, courage are an example to all of us who have just human values. You bring peace in our hearts and hope to our beliefs for a better humanity in the future. Please try to have the strength to continue. You are not alone and do represent us who don't do much towards peace, or can't anymore!! Thank you, thank you, thank you ❤❤❤ from a Greco-Franco-Canadian 80 year old atheist. Antonia.

[@astridastari9229]

Glad that you know a lot of people love you! Thank you Mr bassem for speaking out the truth. May Allah bless you and your family

[@xx-xt4nh]

May Allah grant Bassem baraqah and afiyah.. Aameen YRA

[@timbutler2268]

Great man and a real man. Love listening to him.

[@taisha8733]

Thank you for standing up for Palestine

[@Ddireland]

Love the strength drips from every word he says . Respect Sir❤️‍🩹❤️🇦🇫

[@travelingjohn69]

This is a man with Integrity who stands on principle.

[@daysjours]

He’s now world famous for having stood by his convictions

[@tasneemfatema7346]

and history will remember him

[@annychest718]

Much love brother..hows your sister Bisen❓ don't worry about them..the world is on your side..the right side of humanity 💞

[@adelaabduraouf514]

So much admiration you.. honest, caring for humanity, keep up your views we love it @basemyousef ,, take care Ramadan Kareem 💜 ❤️

[@aashiraali6864]

Respect for u has increased sir... Few dares to have this courage to speak up..

[@snipohyper6442]

Bless you

[@SeleneUnderworld]

A wonderful man! Thank you Bassem ❤️

[@shnemr84]

I just respect you more and more. From the first time you started, your position on many issues remained solidly the same. You are a man of principle!

[@Empire-rc2rv]

You're an incredible voice. The whole world is listening... Fxxk Hollywood

[@irenedemarco1354]

An amazing educator, about the Middle East.... Learnt more from Bassem in a week than i had in my decades of life... still reading, still learning.... FREE PALESTINE....

[@janewright2800]

Both

[@irenedemarco1354]

@munteza9262 Really? Well goes to show how silly you are... Www is basically an open ended library...! But heres the kicker...i read of both "sides".... and make up my own mind...of who is right or wrong.... I also prefer to listen yo the experiences of those who have lived thtough an ordeal, like Bassem has... Arab Spring....

[@ree5403]

@munteza9262🤡

[@aadam1674]

I never heard of you until my uncle from a gulf Country mentioned about you. You are very honest and funny too.. Alhamdulilah. Keep doing what you are doing ❤

[@mdpal7166]

In the end what you stand for is remembered. You haven't deceived your soul in this matter br. Bassem. May Allah give you more ...

[@SaraSara-ti6ex]

Bassem, you are loved by the millions!

[@barnichua]

You defend the good people, and you win love from the good people. I think it's priceless.

[@sophienben-achour5450]

You are a star! There is no price on speaking the truth. You are a true inspiration. Well done, we stand with you! 🇵🇸❤️👍🏽

[@malikab3258]

Amazing human. You didn't loose your dignity and people's love for you 👍👏👏👏💪🫶

[@maryanahkayat522]

A man with great integrity. Keep it up. You don't lose, infact you win as a human.

[@seanocarolan359]

Free Palestine Bassem . Don't stop speaking the truth

[@mystical_89]

​@@Just-Human the way u do

[@mystical_89]

@@Just-Human your sentence itself above is a lie no need to justify it

[@pousillaagno3416]

Hi Qassam So sorry. Too much racism everywhere and in the United States. You are a smart guy . Don’t let anyone to drag you down. Stay strong 💪 brother🥰

[@michelebishara4498]

It’s Bassem (Qassam is something else 😂)

[@djmcnerney]

There are plenty of non-racist Americans. That’s why this gentleman’s shows are selling out.

[@coutureish4574]

Much respect for you. May god open many more doors of success for you for standing up for the right thing and shutting down their bullying.

[@mehranislam1464]

Shout-out to Bassem Youssef 🙏🇧🇩🤝🇪🇬🤝🇵🇸🍉

[@rynalyaniryana6800]

mr Bassem...in syaa Allah dilapangkan rezekinya dan selalu dalam Lindungan Allah Subhanahu Wata'ala...terimakasih telah berbicara dengan fakta yang ada dan memberi apa yang kamu ketahui kepada dunia melalui media..🤲🤲👍👍🙏🙏🇵🇸🇵🇸🇵🇸🇵🇸🇵🇸

[@ME0423]

You a funny and beautiful person. Thank you for all that you do!

[@Njhomes-sv8em]

We are very proud of you BASSAM , you have won the love and respect of millions worldwide, which much much rewarding than 2 tiny loss. God bless you and your family . 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@cdean2789]

At the end of the day you have your integrity. Free Palestine 🇵🇸 .

[@jjacobs260]

No he doesn’t. He’s a liar and is denial that his people elected a terrorist organisation.

[@MyDestiny626trip]

We admire the young IDFs who are fighting and dying against their will so that Netanyahu may stay in Power

[@Zazimuth]

@@MyDestiny626tripcall them what they are, IOF or ITF

[@jensheahan7522]

FREEDOM+JUSTICE= 🇵🇸one🇵🇸state🇵🇸PALESTINE🇵🇸

[@rashdaahmed2565]

May Allah protect you from all evils

[@shazgee1996]

Thank you for making things aware yo us that we never knew, we use your words and arguments that you have won, you are a great man

[@vandaforesti3062]

Thank you ❤

[@miaj1949]

Free Palestine 🇵🇸

[@paulinejoyce4712]

Greetings from Ireland Bassim. Bless you .

[@shahzadsheikh1304]

Alhumdullilah! Superb and inspirational stuff

[@KhairiahZainal-sd3tt]

May Allah bless you and your family.Ramadhan mubarak.its good to have courage to voice out your opinion,continue doing it!

[@elif-hafsa1453]

Thank you for not choosing to stand aside and remain silent like cowards for the sake of your own interests. The tree that always bears fruit is stoned and you pay the price for speaking the truth. It doesn't matter, Allah closes one door and opens another. Continue to defend and speak the truth. It is Allah who gives sustenance. Free Palestine 🇵🇸

[@hiamnimer]

God bless u.thank u for speaking up

[@ripinripin5298]

All hasil all respect to you sir. You are the big Hero not only for Palestine people but all human being, because your speak out loud n clear are inspiring all human being of the world.

[@rozakhamidova721]

God bless you great man Bassem Youssef! Free Palestine!

[@Am38387]

Real Man💯💪🏼

[@BlueDef811]

Greetings from Afghanistan 🇦🇫. You are a man of great convictions. I’ve watched your interviews and can attest to the fact that your opponents are always afraid of you. May you live long.

[@faithabz935]

Ma shaa Allah tabaraka Arahman for your integrity and strength for the voiceless. Much respect! 🇵🇸🇵🇸🇵🇸🇵🇸🇵🇸

[@loutverbeek]

In Holland we have the saying 'Your heart is in the right place.' when someone does good for others. To me this goes for Bassem Youssef. Thank you for explaining the situation of the Palestinians to the world, because to little we hear from their viewpoint in mainstream Western media.

[@ammi300]

That’s literally a saying in English 😂 not only in the Netherlands 🇳🇱 but you tried. Free Palestine 🇵🇸 thanks to Holland for the aid given to them in need! ❤️

[@qaz4123]

Explaining the Egyptian narrative maybe. His country shares a border with Gaza, yet they refuse to provide aid and shelter. His country also occupied Gaza for 19 years, and not a word of condemning Egypt came out of his mouth.

[@ayoubbouallala5297]

​@qaz4123 yes thats because they have a puppet state installed and supported by the west, and they dont represent the Egyptian population who are oppressed themselves, as a matter of fact this guy is banned from his own country for speaking up against the opressive government.

[@lisalamb4559]

Please come to US So many would LOOOOOOVE to see you here !

[@user-fq3ub2hv1x]

في امان الله ورعايته باسم. لك كل الاحترام والتقدير . لا تحزن ان الله معك

[@ahmedadawy1238]

Keep boycotting all the westerns products that support Israel May Allah aid Muslims All around the world and in Palestine 🇵🇸

[@JoshuaCharlesGreen-by6qi]

NATION OF ISRAEL THRIVES

[@rayohope1]

Yes. You lose one and you win one!!!! But you keep your dignity, humanity and respect ❤

[@123karakoc]

You're an inspiration. Hold out. You giving hope to millions, not just in Palestine.

[@CaroleWebb-by2js]

You're inspirational ... Keep on keeping on, Bassem!