Shamima Begum’s new life under ISIS isn’t what she expected. She says what she thought would be paradise is more like a prison. At just 15 years-old she finds herself trapped in an ISIS guesthouse, where the only way out is to get married. In his first interview since 2019, Islamic State group fighter Yago Reidjik reveals how he became her husband and what their life together was like.
This episode contains very strong language and references to sexual abuse.
Reporter: Josh BakerWritten by: Josh Baker and Joe KentProducers: Josh Baker, Sara Obeidat and Joe KentComposer: Firas Abou FakherTheme music: Sam SlaterMix and sound design: Tom BrignellProduction coordinator: Janet StaplesSeries Editor: Jonathan AspinwallHead of Long Form Audio: Emma RipponCommissioning Executive: Dylan Haskins
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