Comedian and political satirist, Bassem Youssef, speaks to the BBC’s Sharihan Al-Akhras about the role of comedy during times of war.
He also talks about managing insecurities and his relationship with social media. The interview was filmed as he embarks on his "Middle Beast" tour of the UK.
Produced by Kawoon Khamoosh and Anusha Kumar.
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