Michael Shuval
BBC Arabic journalist who reported on the Iranian-Jewish community in Israel, conducting interviews about identity and the community's response to tensions with Iran.
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Apr 4, 2026 • 26min
The woman fighting IS in Somalia
Michael Shuval, BBC Arabic reporter on Iranian-Jewish life in Israel. Sahnun Ahmed, BBC Somali reporter embedded with Puntland Defence Force and frontline operations. They discuss IS tactics and local resistance in Puntland. They profile a female fighter driven to protect her children. They explore Iranian-Jewish cultural ties and the community's dilemma amid tensions with Iran.
Oct 18, 2025 • 26min
Reporting the impact of the Gaza ceasefire
Michael Shuval, BBC Arabic correspondent in Tel Aviv, shares poignant insights on the emotions of hostage families following the Gaza ceasefire. He emphasizes the complex grieving challenges and how trust was built through prolonged coverage. Meanwhile, Astudestra Ajengrastri introduces Dr. Tri Maharani, who advocates for snakebite treatment in Indonesia. Dr. Maharani details the significant risk factors of snakebites and discusses the importance of public education in saving lives and improving outcomes. Together, they explore the intersection of empathy and reporting in humanitarian crises.
