David Patrikarakos

David Patrikarakos

journalist United Kingdom

David Patrikarakos is a British journalist and author known for his reporting on conflict and human rights issues, particularly in Afghanistan. He gained attention for sharing harrowing footage on social media that highlights the ongoing practice of Bacha Bazi, where young boys are exploited and forced to dance, often leading to severe abuse, despite official bans by the Taliban.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
41,872
Power
2,266$
Sentiment
5.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Australia 1 5.00 0.16% +0% 25,499,884 41,872 $1,380,000 2,266$
Totals 1 25,499,884 41,872 $1,380,000 2,266$
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Recent Mentions

Australia Australia: British author and war correspondent David Patrikarakos says that while the removal of Khamenei is 'huge', it is not necessarily decisive if he is replaced from within the regime. 5

The Sydney Morning Herald: Iran’s Supreme Leader is dead but the regime isn’t – for now, anyway

India India: David Patrikarakos shared footage on social media showing boys forced to dance for the Taliban. 7

The Times of India: Bacha Bazi: Boys dressed as girls, forced to dance, and abused in Taliban-controlled Afghanistan