

Wassim Nasr
French journalist specializing in Middle East affairs who reports on France's regional policy and intelligence matters, offering analysis of Paris's strategic posture regarding Iran and the Gulf.
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Feb 20, 2026 • 1h 4min
Du Sahel à la Syrie [Zone d'affrontements #2]
Wassim Nasr, journaliste à France 24 spécialiste du djihadisme au Sahel et au Moyen‑Orient. Il décrypte l'attaque de Niamey, la montée en capacité de l'EI au Sahel et les rivalités JNIM–État islamique. Il évoque aussi la situation syrienne après les retraits américains, les retournements territoriaux et la menace persistante de l'État islamique.

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Feb 12, 2025 • 1h 30min
The Syrian Civil War Pt.1: Wassim Nasr Meets Al-Sharaa
Wassim Nasr, a seasoned France24 journalist, provides deep insights into the Syrian Civil War. He discusses the unexpected rise of Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, detailing its evolution from an Al-Qaeda affiliate to a formidable political force. The conversation highlights his pivotal meetings with Ahmed Al-Sharaa, drawing connections between personal narratives and broader socio-political changes. Nasr also unveils the complexities of tribal dynamics and shifting loyalties, illustrating the resilience of Syrian communities in a landscape marked by conflict.

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Dec 10, 2024 • 54min
Syrie/Assad : les dessous de l'effondrement militaire
Wassim Nasr, journaliste pour France24 et expert des groupes islamistes, évoque la dynamique complexe du conflit syrien. Il analyse l'évolution militaire, notamment l'essor des rebelles et les ressources à Idlib. La consommation de Captagon et son impact sur la guerre sont abordés, ainsi que les loyautés ambiguës entre factions. Nasr partage également des insights sur un leader djihadiste, son rôle pivotal et les relations avec les puissances occidentales, tout en explorant la stratégie russe et ses implications géopolitiques.

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Mar 5, 2026 • 1h 5min
The Iran War: British Uncertainty vs. French Resolve
Wassim Nasr, French journalist on Middle East policy and intelligence. Tom Tugendhat, former UK Security Minister and Foreign Affairs chair with military experience. They debate Britain’s hesitant, legalistic reaction to the Iran war and France’s push for strategic independence. Conversations cover military readiness, the IRGC debate, European deterrence, France’s Gulf ties, intelligence cooperation, and regional flashpoints.

Jun 11, 2025 • 26min
CC: Wassim Nasr – Does Lifting Sanctions Equal Stability in Al-Sharaa’s Syria?
Wassim Nasr, a journalist from France 24 and fellow at the Soufan Centre, returns to discuss Syria's evolving landscape. He tackles the recent lifting of sanctions and its implications for President Ahmad Al-Shara's government. The conversation digs deep into Franco-Syrian relations, while exploring how regional dynamics with Turkey and the remnants of ISIS are impacting governance and stability. Nasr also sheds light on the complexities of post-war society, particularly the social dynamics amidst the lingering shadows of radicalism.


