Bassem Youssef
Bassem Youssef is an exiled Egyptian comedian and former heart surgeon, often referred to as the 'Egyptian Jon Stewart' for his political satire that became a symbol of resistance against oppressive regimes. His show, which critiqued the Egyptian government, led to his arrest and eventual flight from the country after the rise of President Abdel Fatah al-Sisi, highlighting the dangers faced by comedians in politically repressive environments.
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He expressed deep appreciation for the efforts behind organizing the Bridge Summit, highlighting the professionalism observed during the event.
صنَّاع سياسات وقادة اقتصاديون وإعلاميون: «شكراً محمد بن زايد».. «قمة بريدج» حدث استثنائي بكل المقاييس
United Arab Emirates· 2025-12-12
Bassem Youssef is participating in the 'Bridge 2025 Summit' to discuss the evolution of smart comedy as a tool for influence.
باسم يوسف في «قمة بريدج 2025»United Arab Emirates· 2025-11-30Bassem Youssef compared his interview with Piers Morgan to a penalty kick in the World Cup final.
باسم يوسف يشبّه لقاءه مع بيرس مورجان بضربة جزاء فى نهائى كأس العالم
Egypt· 2025-10-15
Bassem Youssef expressed his fears about the upcoming episode of his show due to the sensitive topics he plans to discuss.
باسم يوسف: خايف من الحلقة الجاية فى كلمة أخيرةEgypt· 2025-10-15Bassem Youssef commented on his repeated criticism of freedoms in the Middle East and the West, expressing his desire for more freedoms.
باسم يوسف تعليقا على انتقاده للحريات فى أمريكا: "أنا زبون طماع"Egypt· 2025-10-14Bassem Youssef is set to return to his audience in Egypt and the Arab world after ten years in the United States.
صوت طارق نور يزين برومو عودة باسم يوسف على قناة ONEgypt· 2025-09-30
Bassem Youssef is set to appear as a guest on the ON network in a special series hosted by Ahmed Salem.
هتشوفوني تاني من أوضة الغسيل فى لوس أنجلوس.. رسالة باسم يوسف قبل ظهوره على ONEgypt· 2025-09-27
Bassem Youssef is a media personality who will be featured in a special series on ON channels hosted by Ahmed Salem.
باسم يوسف.. من عيادة القلب إلى أضواء المسرح والإعلامEgypt· 2025-09-27Bassem Youssef has experienced firsthand how intolerant governments can silence political satire.
For comedians around the world, the laughs often end as democracy fades | Freedom of speech
United Kingdom· 2025-09-19
