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Why Are Women Escaping Dubai?

By: #FreeLatifa
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  • Shamsa. Latifa. Haya. -- Why do women risk their lives to flee the ruler of Dubai, Sheikh Mohammed Al Maktoum? #FreeLatifa #FreeShamsa
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  • Dubai’s runaway princesses

    Dubai’s runaway princesses
    Feb 16 2024
    Dubai may have a reputation as an ultramodern place with an indoor ski hill, the tallest building in the world, and beautiful beaches, but for years the ruler of Dubai, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid al-Maktoum, has been accused of abusing women — including his own daughters. Host Carol Hills speaks with investigative journalist Heidi Blake who produced “The Runaway Princesses,” a four-part narrative audio series for The New Yorker, which tells the story of Princess Latifa, who spent decades trying to escape one of the world’s most-powerful men .
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    12 mins
  • The Sheika Kept Prisoner (with Heidi Blake)

    The Sheika Kept Prisoner (with Heidi Blake)
    Feb 13 2024
    In 2018, Sheika Latifa bint Mohammed Al Maktoum, the daughter of the ruler of Dubai, attempted a daring escape to international waters, away from what she characterized as a dangerous and oppressive life among her family. She was captured and brought back to the United Arab Emirates, and though there have been public statements saying she is safe and content, her wellbeing has become a matter of international concern. Dana is joined by New Yorker staff writer Heidi Blake.
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    34 mins
  • Dark Dubai: Sheiks, Escapes and Runaway Princesses

    Dark Dubai: Sheiks, Escapes and Runaway Princesses
    Feb 7 2024
    When the Sheik of Dubai’s daughters tried to escape their father, world powers turned a blind eye. But investigative reporter Heidi Blake was determined to document their plight. Writing for the New Yorker last year, Heidi unraveled the disturbing story of Emirati princesses Latifa and Shamsa, and how Sheik Mohammed bin Rashid al Maktoum crushed their bid for freedom. This week on Whale Hunting, Bradley Hope speaks with Heidi about reporting this story — now available as a new podcast, The Runaway Princesses — and how it reveals cracks in both British justice and in Dubai’s system of absolute monarchy. To listen to Heidi’s new podcast, search for The Runaway Princesses in your favorite podcast app.
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    36 mins
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