Fractured

This was just a brief excerpt from a much larger conversation with Bill Van Esveld, , Associate Director of Children's Rights Division . You can WATCH FULL EPISODE HERE - https://youtu.be/6bZhSkpQn9U?feature=shared In this episode Bill Van Esveld returns to discuss the daunting challenge of rebuilding Gaza’s education system: who will lead it, how to address the lack of teachers and schools, a...

This was just a brief excerpt from a much larger conversation with the journalist Lalla SY . You can WATCH FULL EPISODE HERE -    • FRACTURED S04E09: MUSICAL CHAIRS. Refugee ...   In this episode Lalla SY unpacks the complex realities of displacement in Africa, where many nations are both hosts to refugees and sources of outflow themselves. The conversation explores the legacies of colonialism, th...

This was just a brief excerpt from a much larger conversation with Duniya Aslam Khan from UNHCR. You can WATCH FULL EPISODE HERE- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bMnrTIEY1dw&list=PLIU3A1qWAMTw2W9iCAhSddO3Rq_XkWTBc&index=33 In this episode we discuss the complex issue of statelessness, particularly in Thailand. Our conversation highlights the challenges faced by stateless people, including...

This was just a brief excerpt from a much larger conversation with James Holeman and Abby Carpenter from Battalion Search and Rescue. You can WATCH FULL EPISODE HERE-    • FRACTURED S04E04: LOST BUT NOT FORGOTTEN. ...   In this episode, James Holeman and Abby Carpenter discuss their work with Battalion Search and Rescue, a humanitarian organization focused on finding missing migrants along the US-...

This was just a brief excerpt from a much larger conversation with Petra Molnar- Attorney, Anthropoligist and Author of "The Walls Have Eyes". You can WATCH FULL EPISODE HERE-    • FRACTURED S04E02: THE WALLS HAVE EYES, Sur...   In this conversation, Petra Molnar discusses the intersection of migration and technology, focusing on the implications of surveillance technologies, data coloni...

In our last Humanitarian Watch before the Summer break we highlight four humanitarian topics worth following in the next month. The situation in Gaza is of course one of them but we also discuss massive problems in the West Bank, where Israeli settlers attack Palestinians and damage to Palestinian water wells. In addition we discuss the consequences of the newest bill in Greece that suspends asylu...

In the grainy constellation of pixels of the phone screen in her palm, from 8,000 kilometers away, she watched her husband disappear forever into the cold European soil. - Gabriela Ramirez Fetisov and Lorenzo Natali award-winning investigative journalist Gabriela Ramirez, discusses her investigative journalism story "Widowed by Europe's Borders” about Sanooja's frantic fight to find h...

Investigative journalist Nick Muller is back on "The “Watch” to unpack the overwhelming chaos of information in today's digital landscape. The challenges faced by fact-checkers are unparelled amidst a barrage of misinformation, particularly during times of conflict, and perhaps for the first time decisions made during “hot wars” are impacted by AI and deliberate disinformation. Nick helps...

In this episode of Fractured we discuss the complexity of migration dynamics in West Africa, particularly focusing on Senegal and Mauritania. Monika Prończuk, a correspondent for the Associated Press, discusses the increasing trends of migration, the push factors driving individuals to leave their homes, and the role of smugglers in facilitating these journeys. The conversation highlights the econ...

There's a lot to unpack in the wake of Israel's attack on Iran, the regime's response, Trump's unprecedented decision to bomb Iranian nuclear sites, bold talk of  forced  regime change, and now a tentative cease-fire. Most importantly, what does all this mean for the 90 million Iranians still struggling for a normal life under a repressive regime? In this episode we speak with our beloved Eli Fazl...

In this episode of Fractured we cover the humanitarian crisis in Gaza again, focusing on the catastrophic conditions faced by civilians, particularly children. Our guest Patrizia Benvenuti, who served on several missions in Gaza shares her insights on the challenges of delivering humanitarian aid, the psychological impact on children, and the systematic targeting of civilians. Patrizia also highli...

Do you know how many refugees  there are worldwide? How many asylum seekers in Greece? Which five conflict zones make up 70% of all refugees? Think there are 500 million African refugees "storming the beaches of Europe? Depending on who you listen to, or where you get your news you may be wildly misinformed of the true reality. On this World Refugee Day (Month), join us for our latest episode of D...

Two years after the devastating Pylos shipwreck that claimed over 600 lives off the Greek coast, we take a closer look at what has changed—and what hasn’t. Our expert in the episode is an independent journalist Lydia Emmanouilidou, who has extensively investigated the incident and its aftermath. In this conversation, we unpack the latest legal and political developments, including the groundbreaki...

In this episode of Humanitarian Watch we bring you the latest news on how cutting off humanitarian funds impacts the global food crisis and organisations supporting women in conflict zones. In addition we talk about an interesting link between overfishing in Senegal and migration. To end the episode we bring you an update from Greece on evictions from refugee camps. Learn more:  1. Impact of USAID...

As we wake up every day to the news of the deplorable situation in Gaza we’re bringing you one more time the expertise of Bill Van Esveld from Human Rights Watch. We focus predominantly on education as the estimates say it could take up to 14 years to rebuild it. In this episode we also touch on the situation in the West Bank and how it could be a part of the solution, exploring ideas like using W...

In our latest episode of Disinfo Watch, Rasheed, Eli and Doug engage in a provocative discussion about the concept of dictatorship, exploring various ideas on how to address social issues such as racism and the mistreatment of refugees. We take a humorous yet dark turn as we propose some outrageous solutions, including a reality show for rehabilitating racists and a controversial method of instill...

In this episode we dive into the complexities of the Syrian crisis through the eyes of Abdulazez Dukhan, a Syrian photographer who has navigated the challenges of displacement and return. Abdulazez shares his personal journey from Syria to Belgium, his emotional return to a war-torn homeland, and the ongoing geopolitical struggles that affect the future of Syria. Abdulazez highlights the resilienc...

In this episode of Humanitarian Watch we bring you the latest news from the UK, which adopted new solutions for housing for asylum seekers. We also discuss how Italy sends rejected asylum seekers to Albania. In addition we present some news from Pakistan and Cyprus. Learn more:  UK to Remove Hundreds of Asylum Seekers from Hotels https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025/apr/11/hundreds-of-asylum-s...

In this episode of Fractured we discuss the complex issues of Australia's asylum policies, particularly focusing on the detention of asylum seekers on Nauru and Manus Island. Our guest - Ben Doherty shares insights into the barriers faced by independent journalists, the dire humanitarian conditions in detention centers, and the historical context of Australia's immigration policies. Ben al...

Check out the second part of our Disinfo Watch with Nick Muller on how to bring  back the trust in traditional journalism. Is it even possible in this era of disinformation? You can get to know Nick’s views on this issue as well as some insides on his work as a fact-checker. SPECIAL GUEST: Nick Muller - journalist, fact checker, regular contributor to the Diplomat Fractured, Humanitarian Watch and...

In this follow-up to our earlier episode on the #Moria 6 we discuss the critical development: three of the six Afghan teenagers have been acquitted of all charges. In this episode we examined not just a courtroom victory, but a deeper narrative of resistance, journalism, and the painstaking pursuit of truth. SPECIAL GUEST: Douglas Herman - ReFOCUS Media Labs co-founder; photographer, filmmaker, in...

What is the difference between disinformation and misinformation? Are they both equally dangerous for democracy? Found out at our latest Disinfo Watch! Nick Muller talks about his experience in this area as a journalist and fact checker. SPECIAL GUEST: Nick Muller - journalist, factchecker, regular contributor to the Diplomat Fractured, Humanitarian Watch and Disinfo Watch are original productions...

In this episode of Fractured we highlight the controversial trial that led to the conviction of co called “Moria 6”, the humanitarian crisis surrounding refugee camps in Europe, and the broader implications of migration policies. The guests, Jennifer Mallman and Alaa Dia, share insights from their experiences and research, emphasizing the need for dignity and humane treatment of asylum seekers. Bu...

In this episode of Humanitarian Watch we bring you the information from the US, Mozambique and Myanmar. Join us to learn about the first policrisis in the world and the  developments on Trump’s ban on immigration. And to balance the bad news we bring you an uplifting story from last year's paralympics in Paris. Learn more:  Hunger Crisis in Myanmar: https://www.developmentaid.org/news-stream/post/...

For this episode of Fractured we invited Megan and Orsalia from Mazi Housing to discuss the housing crisis in Greece. This massive problem touches both Greeks and refugees. Megan and Orsalia explain this issue in detail and highlight that the right to housing should not be a subject to any other factors. Everybody should have a right to safe housing. We also explain how the lack of an address impa...