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Feb 2024
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#442 | Shamima Begum | ISIS Bride

Leonardo English
About this episode

 


It is a fascinating story that gets you thinking about the age of responsibility, the nature of citizenship, and the ethical dilemmas surrounding the fate of individuals who joined extremist groups.

 

In this episode, we'll be talking about Shamima Begum, a young lady who had her British citizenship revoked after leaving the country to join the Islamic State.

 
  • Shamima Begum's departure to Syria at 15
  • Begum's life in ISIS, marriage, and involvement in enforcing strict standards
  • Begum's reappearance in a Syrian refugee camp in 2019.
  • Pregnancy, loss of children, and desire to return to the UK
  • British government's decision to revoke Begum's citizenship
  • Shamima Begum's return: National security concerns and legal aspects
  • Media coverage: Front-page headlines, public and political responses
  • Challenges of being stateless and rejection by potential countries
  • Shamima Begum's TV interviews, lack of remorse, and sympathy for ISIS
  • Broader implications for policies on citizenship and terrorism

Full interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/shamima-begum-isis-bride

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