Simon Suleymani was tortured for being Kurdish. Now he’s warning Israel about the threat rising in the region.jlJournalist Simon Suleymani escaped Turkey, walked 13 months across the Balkans, and reached freedom in France. Now, he’s warning Israel: we must fight together against the forces that threaten democracy across the Middle East.In this gripping conversation, Suleymani tells his story — from childhood exile to prison to refugee — and shares a dire warning about Turkey’s support for jihadist groups, the collapse of Syria, and the need for a Kurdish–Israeli alliance to protect freedom, minorities, and democratic values.In this episode:– His imprisonment in Turkey and brutal treatment– The 13-month escape on foot to France– Turkey’s support for ISIS, al-Qaeda, and Jolani’s regime– Why Kurds support Israel — and why Israel should support the Kurds– A call for unity between Jews, Kurds, Druze, and ChristiansChapters00:00Introduction to Simon Suleymani01:57The Kurdish Struggle and Personal Journey12:04Imprisonment and Escape to Europe18:05Current Kurdish Situation in Syria24:02The Role of Turkey and Israel in the Region25:55The Kurdish Struggle Against Turkish Occupation32:45The Complex Dynamics of Regional Politics39:39Cultural Perspectives on Anti-Semitism44:40The Shared Struggles of Minorities in the Middle East📌 Watch, share, and join the conversation to uncover what’s really at stake.📌 I wish to thank the Ayn Rand Institute in Israel for sponsoring this episode and helping us spread the word! Check out their group meet-ups here 👉🏼 https://www.meetup.com/israeli-studen...📌 Support the channel by buying me coffee! ☕️https://buymeacoffee.com/westernspirit