My Brother’s Keeper: a former Guantánamo detainee, his guard and their unlikely friendship

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  • Опубликовано: 22 фев 2021
  • Mohamedou Ould Salahi and one of his former guards, Steve Wood, reunite in Mauritania 13 years after last seeing each other, rekindling an unlikely relationship that profoundly changed their lives.
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    Mohamedou was a prisoner at Guantánamo Bay for 14 years. During his incarceration he was subjected to torture and solitary confinement, but never charged with a crime. His memoir, Guantánamo Diary, became an international bestseller and was adapted into the film, The Mauritanian, starring Tahar Rahim and Jodie Foster.
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Комментарии • 2 тыс.

  • @theGuardian
    @theGuardian  3 года назад +151

    ∙Read exclusive extracts from Mohamedou's book on the Guardian ► www.theguardian.com/world/2015/jan/16/-sp-guantanamo-diary-flight-saw-cockpit-saw-guards-saw-ghosts-of-fellow-detainees
    ∙Listen to audio readings of Mohamedou's book ►www.theguardian.com/books/audio/2015/jan/24/guantanamo-diary-benedict-cumberbatch-podcast

    • @EuDouArteHipHopArtCulture21
      @EuDouArteHipHopArtCulture21 3 года назад +16

      y'all incredible there at Guardian. every time, i'm speechless. thank you, One Love from Portugal .

    • @wahabfiles6260
      @wahabfiles6260 3 года назад +4

      You guys are posting this after watching "The Mauritianian" movie!! lol!

    • @ENDZYT
      @ENDZYT 3 года назад +4

      @@wahabfiles6260 they also gave the movie a bad review which i am absolutely confused

    • @wahabfiles6260
      @wahabfiles6260 3 года назад +2

      @@ENDZYT lol, thats hippocracy at its finest! they perhaps themselves wanted to capatalize on the story so they gave bad reviews!

    • @ENDZYT
      @ENDZYT 3 года назад +1

      @@wahabfiles6260 Agreed!

  • @sevraonic8656
    @sevraonic8656 3 года назад +2063

    Ironic, how one average Muslim from Mauratania taught the most powerful "freedom loving country", a huge lesson about human dignity and humility.

    • @douglascollett7775
      @douglascollett7775 3 года назад +78

      & they’re too scared to admit it

    • @rg6982
      @rg6982 3 года назад +25

      Couldn't have said it better myself friend!

    • @Carelock
      @Carelock 3 года назад +71

      He didn’t teach us anything. What are we doing different? We are currently bombing Syria, after spending the last few years bombing Yemen...

    • @halalgordonramsay4983
      @halalgordonramsay4983 3 года назад +42

      @@Carelock he taught a lot of people, not everyone. not the government for sure 😌

    • @rumihafez8269
      @rumihafez8269 3 года назад +29

      More importantly, how an American prison guard, with power of life and death, befriended and nurtured his prisoner , representing the kindness and glory of the American people despite their despotic and evil rulers, corrupted by money and power . A most beautiful people governed by an evil government of the special interests.

  • @Jack-eo5fn
    @Jack-eo5fn 3 года назад +2601

    English is his 4th language, a language learned during incarceration. His grammar and syntax is flawless. Mohamedou is an extremely intelligent, gracious man.

    • @margobrooks6258
      @margobrooks6258 3 года назад

      O

    • @Jack-eo5fn
      @Jack-eo5fn 3 года назад +8

      @@margobrooks6258, what does 0 mean to you?

    • @souichirooussa
      @souichirooussa 3 года назад +82

      Dude! He is an electrical engineer. He studied in Germany.

    • @baseline101
      @baseline101 3 года назад +2

      @@souichirooussa then?

    • @diane9247
      @diane9247 3 года назад +38

      I was amused by his fascination with American TV and music. Actually, I was humbled. How could this be? Could I be as gracious, truthful and open as he is?

  • @ur786.1
    @ur786.1 2 года назад +239

    Let's not forget the 39 prisoners still caged at Guantanamo Bay, held for over 20 years without charge. Let's not forget the plight of Aafia Siddiqui.

  • @explorarmizan4454
    @explorarmizan4454 3 года назад +1378

    Especially when they have done nothing wrong. Bush and Blair need to be held accountable for war crimes.

    • @yomommastupid
      @yomommastupid 3 года назад +21

      actually it was under OBama administration believe it or not

    • @explorarmizan4454
      @explorarmizan4454 3 года назад +44

      @@yomommastupid Obama came after bush not before him.

    • @ajisenramen888
      @ajisenramen888 3 года назад +4

      Which Bush?

    • @CapraDemon101
      @CapraDemon101 3 года назад +51

      Every single individual in power during his capture and detention should be held accountable. That's both Bush and Obama's administration.

    • @halalgordonramsay4983
      @halalgordonramsay4983 3 года назад +3

      i believe he was released after 4 presidential administration.

  • @mokshashanti6202
    @mokshashanti6202 3 года назад +3902

    What blows my mind is that this man after all he has gone through still is able to smile & be positive. We can all learn from this story.

    • @Mara-gf7gv
      @Mara-gf7gv 3 года назад +92

      Yeah im thinking the exact same. He has such a great spirit. Bless him

    • @teapacks
      @teapacks 3 года назад +30

      I agree.

    • @jzk3919
      @jzk3919 3 года назад +10

      Don`t believe everything that you think... (If you want to know truth). The prisoners had rough starts but much better healthcare than US citizens have. Etal.

    • @claudelebel49
      @claudelebel49 3 года назад +233

      @@jzk3919 yeah, as long as you're willing to put up with the torture and the loss of freedom.
      Really dude? You need to reserve your place in the Sun as soon as possible :)

    • @klyvemurray
      @klyvemurray 3 года назад +26

      @@claudelebel49 👍

  • @thecincinnatichick
    @thecincinnatichick 3 года назад +2944

    Held for 14 years without being charged with a crime... that's wrong, it's inhumane. It should never have been allowed to happen.

    • @mljcool
      @mljcool 3 года назад +165

      Their are many more until today

    • @AmelDousary1
      @AmelDousary1 3 года назад +271

      That's the USA for you

    • @abumustafa9578
      @abumustafa9578 3 года назад +138

      Unfortunately the so called "civilised" world rules us.

    • @Muhammad-sx7wr
      @Muhammad-sx7wr 3 года назад +77

      *It's still happening to this day have you organized a protest or even called a single Congress person about this issue?*

    • @altin3408
      @altin3408 3 года назад +47

      This is what happens when infidels rules the world.

  • @yonasyonas5203
    @yonasyonas5203 3 года назад +761

    "People are two types; they are either your brothers in faith or your equals in humanity," Ali Ibn Abi Taleb

    • @rasadams9034
      @rasadams9034 3 года назад +22

      "Fool me once shame on you , fool me twice umm ahhm umm uhm umm shame on you again."
      - George W Bush.

    • @rasadams9034
      @rasadams9034 3 года назад +29

      @kennydida the cat Oh yeah ?!
      "Shoe me once shame on you , shoe me twice I'm keeping em shoes."
      - Will Ferrell as W Bush.

    • @esaabdullah2762
      @esaabdullah2762 3 года назад +3

      Man, where you get this quote from?

    • @rasadams9034
      @rasadams9034 3 года назад +2

      @@esaabdullah2762 ikr ?
      "Quoting people's quote makes me look smart."
      - Albert Einstein.

    • @swississue4950
      @swississue4950 3 года назад +1

      Well said brother ! I am my brothers keeper.

  • @christinewalsh3043
    @christinewalsh3043 3 года назад +710

    Alhamdulillah. To watch these two men pray together is chilling.

  • @medellincartel8109
    @medellincartel8109 3 года назад +2467

    “ the world is not suffering because of the violence of bad people but because of the silence of good people” .

  • @paddyk3748
    @paddyk3748 3 года назад +1038

    This is probably one of the best things I have watched in my 35 years on this earth. Honestly completely inspiring,. I will sleep well tonight

  • @bradosty2009
    @bradosty2009 3 года назад +564

    He lost 14 years of his life but save a soul from unbelief and this soul to be the best friend, then the both won the paradise, that is what called God‘s gift

  • @Jessijitsu
    @Jessijitsu 3 года назад +368

    I am so ashamed that my country did this. I am so sorry. I have no words. I never knew.

    • @drhintjens4915
      @drhintjens4915 3 года назад +25

      I thought everyone knew what went on in Gitmo!? It has been bad for all the detainees and the guards. It's a horror movie played out in a beautiful corner of Cuba.

    • @theshiatwelvers1399
      @theshiatwelvers1399 3 года назад +52

      Your country also killed 1.5 million kids women and innocent people just in Iraq alone.

    • @a.t.6322
      @a.t.6322 3 года назад +31

      @@theshiatwelvers1399 Not really. Just the wicked rulers of the United States and those they pay to carry out their evil. A whole country cannot be held accountable for the sins of their leaders. That's true of any nation. There are people of goodwill everywhere on this earth. Like Mohamedou. Like Steve.

    • @symals
      @symals 3 года назад +6

      All it takes for Evil and Injustice to win.. for people like you and me not to act or speak against wrong

    • @Dancingpizza2015
      @Dancingpizza2015 3 года назад +5

      You don't have sin those brutal actions som heartless did..you are innocent dear so don't feel guilty. 🥰

  • @syedhussain4564
    @syedhussain4564 3 года назад +1203

    Everytime he smiles, it puts a smile on my face. Such a kind hearted and genuine person.

    • @pensim69
      @pensim69 3 года назад +35

      Syed Hussain I was the same his smile is beautiful, even with all this man suffered he radiates happiness. Let's hope the world can one day become as peaceful as their friendship.

    • @medounelo4417
      @medounelo4417 3 года назад +14

      For real u see this smile u know his heart is beautiful

    • @danieldecrescenzio3980
      @danieldecrescenzio3980 2 года назад +4

      This man is the most inspiring person

    • @francheskavega7251
      @francheskavega7251 2 года назад +4

      I agree,he's a beautiful human being

    • @kathyborthwick6738
      @kathyborthwick6738 2 года назад +3

      The movie the Mauritanian is amazing!

  • @num7088
    @num7088 3 года назад +829

    21 minutes. That's how long it took to show every single person on earth how to "win" a war. Not through superior firepower, but through establishing trust and coming to a common understanding. Friendship.

    • @mvhsm
      @mvhsm 3 года назад +21

      Agreed. It is so heartbreaking that people have to attack each other because they find differences. Find the common ground and establish relationships off that. The world will be so much better

    • @DR-fc1ey
      @DR-fc1ey 3 года назад +8

      You are right, but you are also so very wrong, you may change a few minds through friendship but in the end many of us fight because we want to, because we enjoy it, because we want to wage war. Its just not that simple

    • @malikialgeriankabyleswag4200
      @malikialgeriankabyleswag4200 3 года назад +13

      What happens when you dont want to win? And just want to have eternal wars for profit? That's what America wants.. They dont want to win

    • @malikialgeriankabyleswag4200
      @malikialgeriankabyleswag4200 3 года назад +3

      @@DR-fc1ey Maybe you're under-developed and you got wedgied too much in school without fighting back.. Some of us arent controlled by urges we had to repress because we were p*ssies

    • @ince55ant
      @ince55ant 3 года назад

      you assume those in power dont want war. im sure raytheon would love world peace and would never get in the way of it

  • @joshuaschneider1331
    @joshuaschneider1331 3 года назад +618

    In a world full of clickbait journalism and social media over saturation, I’m really glad I came across something actually valuable. This story is both horrifying and amazing.

    • @Diamondraw4Real
      @Diamondraw4Real 3 года назад +7

      Have you seen the movie The Mauritanian? It's probably about this man's story.

    • @desirelabelle2199
      @desirelabelle2199 3 года назад +8

      @@Diamondraw4Real yes its actually about him.

    • @NSalah2006
      @NSalah2006 3 года назад +4

      Absolutely!

    • @farahd6297
      @farahd6297 2 года назад +4

      I just watched it myself. Like you, I took a risk clicking on this link. And am in tears, to see such a humble man who has had a his 14 years of life stolen from him and his family yet he shows so much humility. And to the guard, others can learn from you. These two men deserve this bond and friendship. And I have a feeling they will be friends for life. Am happy I watched this.

    • @theonlymeaning
      @theonlymeaning Год назад

      Please see Jordan Peterson's LONG interview with him...very long, you need time and patience.....WORTH YOUR TIME if you care about this man and if you really want to know what the CIA does......

  • @kellybulik-parra279
    @kellybulik-parra279 3 года назад +293

    Out of the darkness comes the light 💫 Mashallah

  • @Rafi88
    @Rafi88 3 года назад +1321

    Heard Mohamedou’s story on the BBC Outlook podcast late last year and was so intrigued. Just add his story to the many atrocities the US has committed under the guise of the war on terror. I’m happy to see him still doing well despite losing his freedom for such a long time.

  • @florentinodeive3746
    @florentinodeive3746 3 года назад +843

    This documentary is proof that we are many and good. Those in power are less and evil. Thank you for showing me that there really is good in this world. These are the real stories of humanity.

    • @maryrooster8737
      @maryrooster8737 3 года назад +26

      There is a reason why there aren't a lot of Black soldiers working at Guantanamo. After a few rounds someone's going to ask "why is this guy being jailed here?" 😂

    • @Jusderrick
      @Jusderrick 3 года назад +3

      @@maryrooster8737 yup

    • @lawtraf8008
      @lawtraf8008 3 года назад

      @@maryrooster8737 wdym ?

    • @terintiaflavius3349
      @terintiaflavius3349 3 года назад +3

      @@maryrooster8737 There are black guards at Gitmo.

    • @amromansur176
      @amromansur176 3 года назад

      Love

  • @korytahar4358
    @korytahar4358 3 года назад +173

    Mauritania is peaceful country.
    It is our neighbor .
    This man need to receive an apology
    From USA the government .

    • @TariqKhan-oo4sg
      @TariqKhan-oo4sg 3 года назад +12

      Yes💯% but those ppl are to arrogant to except their mistakes otherwise they wud not hv lied to the whole world in the1st place.

    • @albar9592
      @albar9592 2 года назад

      On the other hand, your country morocco isn't a peaceful one.

  • @alrashidi3102
    @alrashidi3102 3 года назад +55

    "إنك لاتهدي من أحببت ولكن الله يهدي من يشاء"
    أسئل الله سبحانه أن يثبته حتى يلقاه

  • @Lonesome__Dove
    @Lonesome__Dove 3 года назад +617

    This is really an inspiring story. After being falsely accused, incarcerated and tortured he still has such respect and admiration for our culture and even our people. My country has made egregious mistakes.... unforgivable mistakes. I have much respect for this man and I wish him the best.

  • @AcidOllie
    @AcidOllie 3 года назад +535

    So glad there's some humanity left in people that have been trained to lose it.

    • @abdulraheem415
      @abdulraheem415 3 года назад +10

      Man I agree with you 100%. I just finished read a book called The Lucifer Effect by Philip Zimbardo. It talks about how prison guards become abusive...you should read that book..

    • @user-eh2cq4iz2e
      @user-eh2cq4iz2e 3 года назад +5

      @@abdulraheem415 They did an experiment called the stanford prison experiment it's similar to what you describe you should look it up. I think there is a movie as well

    • @abdulraheem415
      @abdulraheem415 3 года назад +1

      @@user-eh2cq4iz2e that's exactly what I'm talking about...Did u read his book called The Lucifer effect??

    • @user-eh2cq4iz2e
      @user-eh2cq4iz2e 3 года назад +1

      @@abdulraheem415 I am not much of a book reader, but if it's similar then i kinda get the picture

    • @Diamondraw4Real
      @Diamondraw4Real 3 года назад +3

      @@abdulraheem415 i havent but i know about the Stanford experiment

  • @lounaannajung4454
    @lounaannajung4454 3 года назад +93

    "It's like the dating site advertisements. We met, now we have three kids." 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 this guy is golden

  • @slapkinge5267
    @slapkinge5267 3 года назад +66

    تحية من السعودية للأشقاء الموريتانية والشناقطة شعب العلماء والشعراء وأحفاد المرابطين وبن تاشفين

    • @souleymanyislim6951
      @souleymanyislim6951 2 года назад +7

      تحية أيضاً كبيرة إلى السعودية منبع الاسلام والخير والتقى

    • @sidiahmedkhalifa481
      @sidiahmedkhalifa481 2 года назад +6

      تحية لك وللأهل في السعودية

    • @mohdqahamad8546
      @mohdqahamad8546 2 года назад +3

      تحية اجلال واكبار للانفس الزكية المباركة ان شاء الله

  • @amauritaniannomad6533
    @amauritaniannomad6533 3 года назад +477

    He's been through so much. He's a national hero here but until recently the government was refusing to issue a passport and civil documents for him. It's changed now and he's always positive.

    • @Diamondraw4Real
      @Diamondraw4Real 3 года назад +15

      Alhamdulillah for that

    • @muhdhanif1048
      @muhdhanif1048 3 года назад +7

      At least he is free now.

    • @alicedoors4826
      @alicedoors4826 3 года назад +5

      So he can travel now?

    • @user-kq8uv1ll6c
      @user-kq8uv1ll6c 3 года назад +7

      @@alicedoors4826
      Yes

    • @REDinitial
      @REDinitial 2 года назад

      @@alicedoors4826 He can travel but foreign countries can and have been refusing him entry based on his criminal record (being detained in Guantanamo Bay).

  • @qadrik
    @qadrik 3 года назад +426

    I have tears. I am simply dumbfounded and in awe of this man’s humanity.

  • @AnisaKiss
    @AnisaKiss 3 года назад +104

    "Even a smile is a charity!".... Find out who said these words!

  • @amadoudiallo3980
    @amadoudiallo3980 3 года назад +109

    There are men in this world, you cannot measure their kindness and humanity.
    Wonderful

    • @samimas4343
      @samimas4343 2 года назад +1

      I just wish if they were the ones ruling the world. But unfortunately most countries have monsters in suits leading governments.

  • @themaharaniscloset
    @themaharaniscloset 3 года назад +261

    The prayer scene in the tiny cell was epic with all the prisoners saying the prayer together. Most powerful scene of in the movie. Brilliant story. What a man.

  • @pandabearmadness6263
    @pandabearmadness6263 3 года назад +305

    This poor man suffered and for what?. I'm glad that he was able to meet Steve

    • @Thor-Orion
      @Thor-Orion 3 года назад +35

      For a phone call with his cousin. How insane is that? That upsets me so much.

    • @Amy-dk3of
      @Amy-dk3of 3 года назад +7

      Absolutely upsetting

    • @MtFgt
      @MtFgt 2 года назад

      @@Thor-Orion someone with his name tried to cross the border to the us from Canada with explosives too (2000), how unlucky can you be? It's amazing he can live without resentment for his mistreatment

  • @kornholigo
    @kornholigo 3 года назад +63

    When a man has nothing to live for except his beliefs and faith. Amazing

  • @skyejacques
    @skyejacques 3 года назад +62

    14 years is such a long time to suffer. Bless his soul with an extra 20 years and may he heal

  • @raghadh1068
    @raghadh1068 3 года назад +250

    I can’t describe my feelings seeing him smiling and laughing after all those years of torture. One thing I know for sure, is that at the darkest moments comes the light and the light for Mohamedou was Steve.

    • @MuzzaHukka
      @MuzzaHukka 3 года назад

      Where are you from?

    • @laineyl8752
      @laineyl8752 3 года назад +6

      He also made his own light and it brightened the world for those around him.

    • @imagonnasah8319
      @imagonnasah8319 3 года назад

      Wow, your name sounds beautiful ,wait is it a name? Sounds kinda Arabic, or Persian ah nvm

    • @rhoduskal-cious3243
      @rhoduskal-cious3243 3 года назад

      Amen!

    • @southside-hornbaby5325
      @southside-hornbaby5325 3 года назад +12

      The light came from his lord and the lord of the universe nobody can give you contentment in this life except ☝🏽. He had pure faith in him, and the ever merciful calmed his heart.

  • @AhirZamanSairi
    @AhirZamanSairi 3 года назад +487

    For some reason this didn't surprise me at all, according to this video, the guy was apparently innocent, and the guard was smart enough to realize that, how can you not feel sympathy for someone who is being unjustly detained, and how can you not be thankful for your prison guard treating you with respect like a human being, it all adds up if you ask me

    • @mljcool
      @mljcool 3 года назад +16

      It is easy for you to say sitting in your house. After 14 years of captivity I would like to see if you still have the same "not surprised response"

    • @AhirZamanSairi
      @AhirZamanSairi 3 года назад +22

      @@mljcool I can't believe you managed to misread something as clear as this, what I do find rather surprising though, is that they held him unjustly captive for 14 years, but they let someone like you roam free in this world, someone like you who poses no other function than moreso devaluing our current morally and intellectually corrupt society

    • @terintiaflavius3349
      @terintiaflavius3349 3 года назад +16

      @@AhirZamanSairi Please do not be disheartened by that foolish comment. So much anger everyone has anymore. We are ruled by the masses emotional instability and their anger and vengeance. Look what has happened because of that comment, you and I have now met and we feel an inch less alone in this chaos

    • @abdulraheem415
      @abdulraheem415 3 года назад +1

      If u want to.know how watch the documentary called The Prison Experiment.

    • @christinewalsh3043
      @christinewalsh3043 3 года назад +2

      How can you not feel sympathy or any human being tortured?

  • @williamadams2361
    @williamadams2361 3 года назад +270

    Honesty matters a lot, he had a pure heart that's he found favor from him. Let the government and it's officials have humanity towards the masses, because the world is changing.

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  • @Azraahmed250
    @Azraahmed250 3 года назад +50

    Mohamedou’s smile could lighten anyone’s heart ❤️ MashAllah

  • @TOWolf29
    @TOWolf29 3 года назад +299

    This is my country “Mauritania” we are so simple so friendly even sometimes so silly! We just like to be treated with respect and dignity! And absolutely we treat you like a human being with full right! Thank you “The Guardian” for showing as this “romantic sad story” ✌🏻

    • @sadiknor4904
      @sadiknor4904 3 года назад +3

      I heard there’s still slavery in Mauritania. is that true??

    • @2degucitas
      @2degucitas 3 года назад +2

      @@sadiknor4904
      Yes. There are still "black moors", slaves . It's a generational thing, it just goes on and on until someone earns their freedom.

    • @amazigh8776
      @amazigh8776 3 года назад +10

      @@2degucitas slavery in out countrys is not like yours. It is like more like servant

    • @seekerofknowledge6595
      @seekerofknowledge6595 3 года назад +4

      @@sadiknor4904
      Western slavery is not like Eastern slavery. There are rules and rights that the servant has.

    • @loutrymouad4506
      @loutrymouad4506 3 года назад

      O confirme from morocco

  • @andrejohnson1179
    @andrejohnson1179 3 года назад +136

    See my brothers and sisters. It doesn’t matter what religion or skin color you are. You have a smile you have eyes and ears and nose but most of all we all have hearts that can be touched.

    • @WayneIrish
      @WayneIrish 3 года назад +10

      And we all bleed the same colour.

    • @niamhbyrne4036
      @niamhbyrne4036 3 года назад +2

      So well said, greetings to you from Ireland x

    • @farahd6297
      @farahd6297 2 года назад

      Amen to that. You are absolutely right. Knowledge is free, we should all educate ourselves and not rely on media, not all truth is revealed to us.

  • @2degucitas
    @2degucitas 3 года назад +65

    The boubou he was given is brand new. It's shiny because there is a special process to make it that way. The fabric is a cotton silk jacquard, like table cloth. After all the sewing and embroidery is done, the cloth is dipped in a water and gum acacia blend and hung to dry. It is then "frapped", hit with a wooden mallet to make it shiny. I have been to Mauritania twice.

    • @niamhbyrne4036
      @niamhbyrne4036 3 года назад +3

      Wow I didn't know that thank you for telling us x

  • @Leah-ce6hd
    @Leah-ce6hd 3 года назад +64

    I was teary eyed the entire video, it's the torture of another human for years, the story of friendship, kindness and how despite a painful experience a man can laugh again and still trust another human being again

  • @zoubeirteyeb6222
    @zoubeirteyeb6222 3 года назад +84

    قال الخالق جلّ جلاله وعظم شأنه (وَاتَّقُوا يَوْمًا لَّا تَجْزِي نَفْسٌ عَن نَّفْسٍ شَيْئًا وَلَا يُقْبَلُ مِنْهَا شَفَاعَةٌ وَلَا يُؤْخَذُ مِنْهَا عَدْلٌ وَلَا هُمْ يُنصَرُونَ )

  • @paullemieux1346
    @paullemieux1346 3 года назад +148

    The humanity found in both these two is truly awe-inspiring

  • @benduffy2860
    @benduffy2860 3 года назад +85

    This man offers so much inspiration to everyone. There’s me being negative over things to small when this man has been through everything he has and still has a smile on his face with no hate

  • @AnonGump
    @AnonGump 3 года назад +102

    I expected this story to focus on his struggles, but to come across such an incredible story of two people whom are supposed to hate each other according to some, but instead see themselves in each other and form that connection, was the most beautiful thing I have watched in a while. Humanity needs to learn quick from this story!

  • @Laitalafraise
    @Laitalafraise 3 года назад +153

    Steve is an incredible human being. Very few people on earth are like him, able to make up their own opinion even if it goes against popular beliefs.

  • @aboutdawntoday
    @aboutdawntoday 3 года назад +302

    Wow. I am saddened, enlightened, then given hope. Very moving.

    • @ZubairAhmed-od2xv
      @ZubairAhmed-od2xv 3 года назад +2

      That sounds overwhelming, Beautifully put .thank you.

    • @thomasholland5487
      @thomasholland5487 3 года назад +1

      I still can't believe he was held with no charges for over 7 years

    • @belescli
      @belescli 3 года назад +1

      @@thomasholland5487 that’s how it’s unfortunately done in the US.

    • @drhintjens4915
      @drhintjens4915 3 года назад +3

      @@thomasholland5487 14 years not 7!!

  • @claudialu
    @claudialu 3 года назад +61

    A few years ago, I saw his story in 60 minutes and never stopped thinking of him, the cruelty he went through and the gentleness he exudes are unforgettable.

    • @samimas4343
      @samimas4343 2 года назад

      There are many like him some got out and most are still suffering, not just in US. US learned these techniques and the "terrorism" excuse to detain people from dictatorships they (US) helped to install in the M.E. to control the whole region. In his story, he explains that he was tortured by Americans, Jordanians, and Egyptians and probably Moroccan military, in Guantanamo. Those governments are all against humanity. And we should unite against injustice.

  • @MultiDianeD
    @MultiDianeD 3 года назад +78

    It is called love. You can see it on their faces. They are brothers.

  • @shortyylu
    @shortyylu 3 года назад +591

    He deserves a lot of money for what he’s gone through !!! People are sick. Prisoners or Not you shouldn’t treat people bad like that!!!

    • @aurelie-annegilly8018
      @aurelie-annegilly8018 3 года назад +52

      I bet if he had to choose between his friendship and a lot of money, he'd choose his friendship.

    • @jzk3919
      @jzk3919 3 года назад +26

      So you think money is the answer to everything-even to such nonmaterial matters like these? Try losing your child and win the lottery-Let`s see how you`ll feel!

    • @anisateyah9870
      @anisateyah9870 3 года назад +22

      @Cian MacGana What do you mean

    • @elghadi1639
      @elghadi1639 3 года назад +5

      ❤️

    • @nathan-ls8yw
      @nathan-ls8yw 3 года назад +3

      @Cian MacGana oorah🤙🏻

  • @l.b4723
    @l.b4723 3 года назад +227

    The fact that he's hopeful, positive and happy after all the torture and agony he's been through, he's a very strong person ❤

    • @user-eh7ox2tc1k
      @user-eh7ox2tc1k 3 года назад +17

      Faith makes you stronger

    • @nihomkong1474
      @nihomkong1474 2 года назад +2

      And the many lost there minds.. hes faith was strong n hes faith saved him from insanity

  • @ismailslt
    @ismailslt 3 года назад +36

    Mohammado's smile and positivity teach us hardships can melt in front of a pure clean soul.

  • @iloveass2289
    @iloveass2289 3 года назад +50

    Breaks my heart to hear he lost his mother and brother while in prison, add up to that torture and mistreatment.

  • @abdulraheem415
    @abdulraheem415 3 года назад +170

    I'm in tears....this is what humanity is about!! The world needs more like these to great men!

  • @fredgagger375
    @fredgagger375 3 года назад +478

    Why did the Guardian fire Nathan Robinson for being critical of US aid to Israel?

    • @mdidris4414
      @mdidris4414 3 года назад +94

      Because Israel owns the West, specifically people of Anglo Saxon origin!!

    • @yabobayo5787
      @yabobayo5787 3 года назад +24

      Hypocrisy
      They did this One for the clouts

    • @ShawarMoni
      @ShawarMoni 3 года назад +7

      Maybe cause the British left is plagued by anti semetism and they are worried about corporate image?

    • @yabobayo5787
      @yabobayo5787 3 года назад +36

      @@ShawarMoni
      Hope thats sarcasm...

    • @anserkhan9430
      @anserkhan9430 3 года назад +10

      All.about money !!!!the amount bush and friends made after trade centres all.the contracts, search it up.its all there!!

  • @WindedVoyage
    @WindedVoyage 3 года назад +62

    All politics aside, this is a beautiful story of friendship against all odds. Thanks to the producers who made this film for us to see our human condition at its best

  • @calypsogirl2030
    @calypsogirl2030 3 года назад +58

    Omg why is my face wet maybe it’s raining indoors,this is so touching.

    • @zah1238
      @zah1238 3 года назад +2

      Watch The Muratanian movie .

  • @MrOnetwoseven
    @MrOnetwoseven 3 года назад +173

    Made my day. Maybe my tomorrow. Just a beautiful 21 minutes. Thank you both for being you.

  • @karenlm9062
    @karenlm9062 3 года назад +1027

    No one truly fights over religion. They use religion as an excuse to maintain power and control.

  • @catherinerice922
    @catherinerice922 3 года назад +19

    My brother my mother both died when I was in custody... heartbreaking... what an astonishing human being... can't watch all of this clip in one go...

  • @RomboutVersluijs
    @RomboutVersluijs 3 года назад +52

    Its kinda surreal seeing how they have so much fun together after what he has gone through being a captive there in Steve being a guard. So amazing to see that they seem to be really friends or dont have hate against each other.

  • @linakolodziej3397
    @linakolodziej3397 3 года назад +138

    Crying out of happiness, I am so touched by this documentary. Beautiful friendship, beautiful human beings.

  • @muhammadbenjuraij7734
    @muhammadbenjuraij7734 3 года назад +238

    Amazing story !! Muhammad is an amazing Muslim with an impeccable character typical of Mauritanians

    • @leena__saeed
      @leena__saeed 3 года назад +12

      Same thing I was thinking MashAllah.

    • @Yasmin-jt1ux
      @Yasmin-jt1ux 3 года назад +4

      Couldn't agree more ❤️

    • @averyj5446
      @averyj5446 2 года назад +1

      Don't they have slavery issue in Mauritanian, not much of an impeccable country

    • @rayanjalaluddinallibnani3154
      @rayanjalaluddinallibnani3154 2 года назад +1

      @@averyj5446 The tribes banned it, Mohamedau explains his early life and mentions this in his Jordan Petersons interview.

  • @Jack-eo5fn
    @Jack-eo5fn 3 года назад +23

    Extraordinary American soldier, a man able to empathize through artificial barriers constructed by frightened Americans who carry a fierce need to control and dominate the ‘other.’ We need more like this.

  • @Mr_beam641
    @Mr_beam641 3 года назад +51

    This story is so refreshing to see two different cultures becoming friends in such an unexpected way. Proof that humanity is alive and well. one race the human race

  • @jamesgorden5383
    @jamesgorden5383 3 года назад +108

    This is a great story, this guy has amazing mental strength and is able to "at least" put on a smiley positive front....unfortunately, this is not the case for many others in his position who committed suicide or are suffering serious mental health issues because of their experience.

    • @theostragonidis7548
      @theostragonidis7548 3 года назад +11

      The "justice and freedom" our western civilization is so proud of... such shameful lies.

    • @drhintjens4915
      @drhintjens4915 3 года назад +4

      Very true and we also need to know about their stories, Guardian please!!!

    • @arashahad8733
      @arashahad8733 3 года назад +6

      Strong Faith gives you perseverance

    • @Saeedalameri08
      @Saeedalameri08 Год назад +1

      Mr. James, if you mean the three who were said to have committed suicide, this is incorrect for many reasons, how three prisoners committed suicide at the same time. Also, one of those described as suicide, his name is (Manea Al-Otaibi). It contains torture. I do not know why all this secrecy over this incident. This is a disgrace to America. I do not mean the American people, but the government and the American law that deafens our ears to justice and that it is a state of institutions.
      With Regards

  • @bez1196
    @bez1196 3 года назад +208

    "Americans eat a lot" yes, yes they do😂😂🤣

    • @kikikoko607
      @kikikoko607 3 года назад +9

      ... Just like Arabs! That's why both get along so well maybe! 😂

    • @aqzs0123
      @aqzs0123 3 года назад +19

      In Mauritania, south of Morocco, Mali 🇲🇱...lives desert people , they’re different, have different life style similar to Tuareg people. They don’t eat heavy meals unless it’s necessary, especially meat and vegetables , they don’t drink or use water unless it’s necessary. This is how they survive for centuries in such hard nature and circumstances. The only thing I don’t understand about Mauritanian : why they don’t eat fish since they have many in the Atlantic Ocean , in Morocco the locals eat it to help save more camels 🐪 . This is now became a past for Moroccan Saharan people, they eat everything now since everything is provided from the other areas of Morocco but old generation still lives as their ancestors . I hope Mauritania will gets better soon.

    • @verafranz8425
      @verafranz8425 3 года назад +6

      Not this one ! I eat one meal a day. And it is not a 3 or 4 course. I might eat a Sweet in the morning. Or a small snack in the middle of the day. I have always been that way. Where most people here are not. They think they have to have three meals a day. I grew up poor with a single divorced mother. Never had that luxary. My eating habits have always remained the same. But hey peacan pie is my favorite pie 😋

    • @MegaDreamOo
      @MegaDreamOo 3 года назад

      @@kikikoko607 hhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh

  • @romanomarivicaspe790
    @romanomarivicaspe790 2 года назад +28

    I watched his interview with Dr. Jordan B. Peterson,such a wonderful person. The horrors he endured yet he still manages to smile.

  • @simonsays525
    @simonsays525 2 года назад +16

    It’s amazing to hear how the guard looks up to Mohamedou. What an incredible story.

  • @muslimahsista
    @muslimahsista 3 года назад +76

    They are both wonderful young men who meet each other in this world, and maybe in the hereafter.
    Thanks for sharing

  • @MM2PuppyDog
    @MM2PuppyDog 3 года назад +48

    I love these two men and their friendship..

  • @gamtngirl3655
    @gamtngirl3655 3 года назад +46

    Heartbreaking. We in the US have so much to answer for. 😢 A beautiful story.

    • @hananenessma8340
      @hananenessma8340 14 дней назад

      Yes you do your country does a lot of bad and make it seem like they are the victims freedom fighters it's sick

  • @Hecate2011
    @Hecate2011 3 года назад +37

    Who forbids him from leaving Mauritania? If he hasn't committed a crime, how can that be? More injustice.

    • @dongargon3049
      @dongargon3049 3 года назад +13

      the west doesn't recognize they're ever wrong after all they killed a million people in Iraq and just moved on to the next war casually.

    • @meyme7mou7amed83
      @meyme7mou7amed83 Год назад

      وليس ممنوع من مقادره موريتانيا ولكن ممنوع من دخول الولايات المتحده

  • @vizon-aryproductions6191
    @vizon-aryproductions6191 3 года назад +92

    wow what a breath of fresh air. this is one of the best documentaries ive ever watched on youtube. alhumdulilah !

  • @rahabvon-horn9152
    @rahabvon-horn9152 2 года назад +8

    I love the fact that Mahamedou said, " it would reward me to take care of him- as he took care of me". Those are Powerful Words!!
    And not Be Bitter??!! WOW

  • @Journeybacktoself
    @Journeybacktoself 3 года назад +22

    Uncontrollable tears. Shukran❤️

  • @ahmedouyahya
    @ahmedouyahya 3 года назад +40

    Great story. What shocked me the most is that he was detained +15 years

  • @manja7441
    @manja7441 10 месяцев назад +4

    I met him this year when he told his story for my class. He is an inspiration and and one of the kindest people i have ever met.

  • @joud1436
    @joud1436 3 года назад +39

    His name Mouhamed Sallahi his from my country Mauritania and we were so happy when he got out of prison 🤍💭

  • @Meedo-mq4rb
    @Meedo-mq4rb 3 года назад +21

    There is strength, love and forgiveness behind those smiles, it crosses us all.
    难以置信

  • @krispi1481
    @krispi1481 3 года назад +54

    Such a strong friendship forged through hardships

  • @himillimeter6231
    @himillimeter6231 3 года назад +49

    just in case any people didn't know that he's (mohammedou) having a book about his journey into the Guantanamo. The book is : Guantanamo diary.

    • @webbotubes
      @webbotubes 3 года назад +1

      To add to this it has recently been restored too. So fuller version is available

    • @staceyallard2692
      @staceyallard2692 3 года назад +1

      Thank you for that info 🙏🏼😊

  • @lynnealuebben1967
    @lynnealuebben1967 3 года назад +8

    How...how...how can someone be held without commiting a crime? That in itself is the biggest crime. May the rest of his days be filled with peace.

    • @amirfaris3107
      @amirfaris3107 3 года назад

      Thank you for your kindness

    • @wonderfulkh4537
      @wonderfulkh4537 2 года назад +1

      There are many, many unjustly imprisoned in America's prisons

  • @GEMOGRAPHER
    @GEMOGRAPHER 3 года назад +19

    A real Man. A Huge human being. Nothing can break a honest soul, even Death
    These are the toughest of the tough

  • @silc.1002
    @silc.1002 3 года назад +98

    😢 Most beautiful story crying like a baby...

  • @mariams307
    @mariams307 3 года назад +20

    Thank you to all viewers for not spoiling the ending of this documentary... so beautiful, I never cry but I cried.

  • @user-qk5pm9yu1t
    @user-qk5pm9yu1t 3 года назад +16

    His smile of hope is priceless

  • @longloismariam7767
    @longloismariam7767 3 года назад +32

    Just one word: Subhanallah!

  • @surgec
    @surgec 3 года назад +14

    This brings me joy. This is the unofficial sequel to The Mauritanian.

  • @heersyal2454
    @heersyal2454 3 года назад +27

    Soul brothers, they even look alike. Must read his diary.
    One can meet the most extraordinary people in the most extraordinary places.

  • @lorriecarrel9962
    @lorriecarrel9962 2 года назад +4

    That guard is a genuine human in my opinion,I like genuine humans,big fan of human decency

  • @ericvergara4058
    @ericvergara4058 3 года назад +15

    His story is very touching and despite of what happened to him, he still has the ability to smile and forgive those who had wronged him. I wish him the best.

  • @HamoudCHORFA
    @HamoudCHORFA 3 года назад +28

    "I'm trying to be happy, because i've seen everything "

  • @justted5546
    @justted5546 3 года назад +179

    How many people are here after watching the movie "the Mauritanian"

    • @wahabfiles6260
      @wahabfiles6260 3 года назад +3

      guardian people also watched the movie and now trying to capitalize on it!

    • @BrownDusky
      @BrownDusky 3 года назад +1

      @@wahabfiles6260 so what?

    • @wahabfiles6260
      @wahabfiles6260 3 года назад

      @@BrownDusky i already explained, can u read?

    • @BrownDusky
      @BrownDusky 3 года назад +1

      @@wahabfiles6260 ya and?

    • @ENDZYT
      @ENDZYT 3 года назад +1

      @@wahabfiles6260 ikr the reviews was two? i havent seen the film yet but im sure its an unfair review

  • @jennymedley3860
    @jennymedley3860 3 года назад +11

    Everlasting friendship. Gives me faith in my species

  • @bbqreunie984
    @bbqreunie984 7 месяцев назад +2

    Mr Salahi is an amazing man. Such resilience is unbelievable. Great respect as we all can learn from him.

  • @BogushCh
    @BogushCh 3 года назад +57

    What a beautiful place, extraordinary: spiritual.

    • @pearl6770
      @pearl6770 3 года назад +3

      @Bee Kay Please dont generalise a whole country

    • @mamounynavee8871
      @mamounynavee8871 3 года назад

      @@pearl6770 exactly 🤌🏼

    • @Bubbles-od2tv
      @Bubbles-od2tv 3 года назад

      It almost looks like Mars

  • @AshaFariaVare
    @AshaFariaVare 3 года назад +10

    I never in all my years thought I'd see a prison guard and truly believe that they are a lovely, kind, thoughtful, precious individual. But here we are.

  • @hasanalhasani
    @hasanalhasani 3 года назад +17

    Sometimes i feel the world is full of hate, then i find a video like this one😭😍 man it makes me hopeful, we need love and friendships in this world of ours.

  • @curtisrebeiro
    @curtisrebeiro 3 года назад +23

    That something so beautiful can grow from something so despicable, there's some hope.... right? 🤞🏽