Rafael Baptista, a 25-year-old Portuguese freelance journalist, is driven by an unwavering passion for storytelling. Inquisitive and resolutely determined, he specialises in politics and security. For more than six years his work has examined the rise of the far right and the activities of several intelligence services in Portugal, with particular focus on Iran. The world is his playground. Those who know him expect candour, lyrical flair and a touch of intrigue — qualities he regards as essential to any good story.