Meet Mansoor Adayfi: I Was Kidnapped as a Teen, Sold to the CIA & Jailed at Guantánamo for 14 Years

We speak with Mansoor Adayfi, a former Guantánamo Bay detainee who was held at the military prison for 14 years without charge, an ordeal he details in his new memoir, “Don’t Forget Us Here: Lost and Found at Guantánamo.” Adayfi was 18 when he left his home in Yemen to do research in Afghanistan, where he was kidnapped by Afghan warlords, then sold to the CIA after the 9/11 attacks. Adayfi describes being brutally tortured in Afghanistan before he was transported to Guantánamo in 2002, where he became known as Detainee #441 and survived years of abuse. Adayfi was released against his will to Serbia in 2016 and now works as the Guantánamo Project coordinator at CAGE, an organization that advocates on behalf of victims of the war on terror. “The purpose of Guantánamo wasn’t about making Americans safe,” says Adayfi, who describes the facility as a “black hole” with no legal protections. “​​The system was designed to strip us of who we are. Even our names were taken.”
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[@brehgankage6242]

This man went through hell but he never lost his heart. I wish him the best and hope he recovers from these mental and physical scars. What a nightmare... Im speechless.

[@najmaalikhan]

Subhanallah, may Allah Subhanothallah reward him for his perseverance and patience and how he did not leave his faith in God. Mashallah what a brave man.

[@m.patsyfauntleroy9645]

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[@yitzchockkatz5320]

ALLAHU AKBAR HOW CAN YOU NOT CRRRRYYYYY YA ALLAH

[@Crudeoil794]

@@najmaalikhan *Insha Allah.

[@northernwildshewolf1729]

Speechless

[@christophergwala5531]

After all the acts of dehumanization leveled against you, you've come out more human than your persecutors Mansoor!

[@pashakdescilly7517]

that's a low bar...

[@ufogrindizer5038]

The way he worried about that old man, or the young prison guards forces respect. There are no words for this level of humanity, of selflessness.

[@christophergwala5531]

@UFO Grindizer 🙏🙏🙏

[@zalishaabdool6671]

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[@jackjack-bw8ks]

Almost every minority story. All the beatings and hangings yet we are still so forgiving.

[@ALL_CAPS__]

The fact that he can still smile and have a sense of humor after everything he's been through, is a testament to this man's spirit and heart. His resilience is awesome.

[@annapurna2389]

Amen.🙏👏

[@emilyk6525]

What doesn’t kill you makes you strong 💪

[@deead4833]

I agree but also some people do that to hide their pain.

[@ALL_CAPS__]

@@deead4833 true. Some also use it as a coping mechanism. Once you've accepted something, it makes it easier to find humor in it to help you with the pain. The pain doesn't go away, just more bearable.

[@blackpalacemusic]

Can you imagine the nights when he dreams that he's back in the camp??

[@faizeladam1404]

God gives his toughest soldiers the hardest battles. Alhamdulillah, brother Mansour you are my hero. From South Africa.

[@clairebeane3455]

This. ❤️💔❤️💔❤️

[@soundtherapy4082]

True❤️❤️❤️

[@lwells3937]

The whole idea of buying prisoners from war lords makes me think of the slave trade. Monsoor is incredibly brave and strong. I'm glad he survived to write about this

[@Estherbethe1...]

Slavery never ended... were just told it did so we don't look at the chains.

[@darkmadder9897]

You nailed it! The way in which he has risen above w/out becoming their intended broken product is impressive, powerful, and incredibly awe-inspiring.

[@_Wai_Wai_]

after the toppling of Quadaffi's regime in Libya, there are now slave auctions. Quadafi's crime was that he tried to create a north African trading bloc that excludes the American Petrodollars.

[@_Wai_Wai_]

I'm sure the French had a hand in toppling of Quadafi, as the French had been a colonial power in North Africa.

[@sivartb7273]

@@_Wai_Wai_ NATO also destroyed the water infrastructure.

[@blackmoonlilithastrology]

That Mr. Adayfi speaks of the humanity of the guards that imposed such pain on him, shows his absolute humanity.

[@NellieKAdaba]

Yeah

[@nagone11]

No excuse for any of this. We need to learn lessons from this and not continue this type of activity. This is not what we're supposed to be about.

[@alloomis1635]

more likely he saw it as his only path out of the cage.

[@pashakdescilly7517]

@Greta Thumberg Since you have evidence that has not previously been known to the authorities, you have a legal duty to disclose it. Not doing so is protecting a possible criminal from appropriate charges. That on its own is a criminal matter. So go immediately to the appropriate authorities and make your deposition of evidence, or you will be guilty of withholding vital information vital to US security.

[@naceraher9632]

@@pashakdescilly7517 lol

[@jimnickola7196]

As an American, I am heartbroken and enraged that this was done to fellow human beings, in our name. I’m deeply sorry that this has happened, and that it continues to happen. We must hold our elected officials and the perpetrators of this inhumane behavior fully accountable. This must be stopped.

[@Floyd308]

It didn't stop, it actually got worse in Obama's time

[@waynesimon1439]

He was only one out of hundreds.

[@davidsalcido383]

“Racist AmeriKKKa only punishes Black or Brown people!”

[@sigridfeliciano5349]

@@davidsalcido383 racist and imperialist race and class

[@malung1000]

@Hello heeeelllooooo!! yip yip boing boing.....

[@azchemguylopez2596]

This man is a gentle soul. This interview left me speechless and sad. Yet, we have war criminals treated like celebrities in this country. I wish this man the best in life. More power to you, sir.

[@BoydGilbreath]

We will all regret allowing the government to commit these horrible crimes against humanity.

[@GerogeMark]

Karma is already hitting the West. Just look at the virus.

[@josedanielherrera7115]

Nobody had a choice, the violent tendencies are inherited in all colonial empires. You really think there was something Americans could have done to stop these sadists?

[@kimalonzo4912]

@@josedanielherrera7115 Yes however we can't escape the consequences of what our country has done. What happens over there usually winds up happening here. It is just how life works. Whatever goes around, comes around.

[@kimalonzo4912]

@mickail de la rosa And no one asked the American ppl about our govt funding dangerous scientific researches with taxpayer money yet and still it happened and many innocent Americans paid for anyway regardless to our consent. You don't need a person's consent to victimize them and othersm

[@C3yl0]

We need to end oligarchy. Those are the ones moving the money, influencing our government policies and buying unethical politicians.

[@bannedone3ice138]

ThankYou for speaking for these people. What happened to these individuals is war crimes. We all know who did it !!

[@gtaytay2635]

Every POTUS since JFK (Allen Dulles shenanigans) worked under the NWO globalist elite. You're so smart! Let's see if you know this answer!! It's easy!! Who does the CIA work for? If you say America, you're wrong!!

[@JonathanNeilRhodes]

Many of us who support Julian Assange fear terrible things will happen to him. The main charge against him is rape of two girls who he had consensual sex with but may not have used condoms against the wishes of the victims, it is alleged. However, we believe this was just an excuse to imprison him and have him extradited to America. American courts are filled with judges who are politically driven. They are nominated by Republicans and Democrats - both parties seem like polar opposites but are actually part of the establishment and most politicians and judges know the game and how to play it. When it comes to cases of people like Assange and Gitmo detainees, they will never provide justice. It is important to note that the status of Assange and Gitmo detainees is a grey area for US courts and they use this to their advantage.

[@bartsimpson8616]

@@JonathanNeilRhodes from their position thay can charge or not whatever , thay want , thanks God that is past , now thay are turned to own people ,

[@jamieku513]

@@gtaytay2635 every POTUS has been corrupt since JFK except Trump, our current commander in chief.

[@gtaytay2635]

@@jamieku513 and before JFK - we had some doozies, remember

[@NN-cc6dd]

My heart breaks for this sweet man. And the inhumanity of this world.

[@nancyjay8519]

Wonderful human being, wish him a great and very successful future, love his pure sweet smile.

[@stevenwilliambaylessparks3730]

How can you listen to this and not be moved to tears?

[@kelleylynch4490]

Or sick.

[@techtard829]

Maybe because they cite no sources and provide zero proof of this man's "backstory", aside from his own statements? It's feels like a farce of Steve Martin in "The Jerk". "I was born a poor, black child..."

[@stevenwilliambaylessparks3730]

@@techtard829 The invasions of Iraq and Afghanistan were even funnier.

[@techtard829]

@@stevenwilliambaylessparks3730 agreed. I do not condone flagrant military politics. However, I also do not like sensational news pieces that stoke outrage based on nothing but the words of a terrorist. They cite ZERO evidence corroborating this man's story, aside from him being in Gitmo. Hell, by that logic, every single prisoner in America isn't guilty. Every murderer in the clink says they didn't do it. My response to that is, "place your bets."

[@susanangelo7737]

There are some incredibly strong souls on this earth. And some incredibly evil, as well.

[@KiambuX]

Indeed.

[@15seconds3]

Monsters walk amongst us hiding in human form.

[@grapentine739]

The monsters can be seen and we rub elbows with them all the time. The good souls are hidden

[@15seconds3]

@@grapentine739 Monsters hide by obfuscation. The good souls show their true colors by deeds.

[@davidsalcido383]

@@15seconds3 “AmeriKKKa of course!!!” 💀🦍💀🦇💀⚰️💀🔪💀🤮💀🤥💀🖕🇺🇸🖕🇺🇸🖕🇺🇸💀

[@christopherboyd6536]

People should be held accountable for their actions🕵🏿🤷 this is so wrong people who participated in this torture are evil

[@pohakumana4288]

you voted for them

[@christopherboyd6536]

Look here troll I don't vote for anyone to be tortured. I believe no one is above being held accountable for their actions. You don't know me. I fight evil.

[@pohakumana4288]

@@christopherboyd6536 Did you vote for bush clinton obomber or the trumptard? Or joe? killary? GITMO is still open for business. How do you fight evil? XBox?

[@christopherboyd6536]

@@pohakumana4288 who did you vote for go back under a bridge

[@pohakumana4288]

@@christopherboyd6536 why would I go under a bridge nitwit? I have a beautiful house and property in one of the best spots on the planet. I don't vote for corporate puppets like you TV -educated- brainwashed fools.

[@elenapalacios6853]

I can't begin to imagine what he went through and he's still smiling! I wish him a good life from now on.

[@hm6376]

Unfortunately no good wishes to him from now on can bring the half of his life that was stolen from him back to him. He was enslaved, tortured, humiliated physically, spiritually and religiously. But I know what you also mean by wishing him a good life from now on. I do too.

[@irmajgarcia6009]

I am shock that our military is doing these evil acts.. Unbelievable...

[@janetnash8588]

This is insane and this guy seems so nice. I feel horrible. We must stop this.

[@ihs51]

There are still innocent people in Guantanamo and you should write to your mayor or governor about it; the least you could do if you truly feel horrible

[@eles2371]

Quran (2:216) - "Fighting is prescribed for you, and ye dislike it. But it is possible that ye dislike a thing which is good for you, and that ye love a thing which is bad for you. But Allah knoweth, and ye know not."

[@soniag4516]

@David Sanchez 2 You are correct sir but for American govt & mitary to fall lower than enemies is pathetic.

[@judithmokhiber3524]

Thank God he is alive. Thank you Amy for this interview.

[@eles2371]

yeah.. and his faith in his profit too has grown alhamdulilah.. Quran (3:56) - "As to those who reject faith, I will punish them with terrible agony in this world and in the Hereafter, nor will they have anyone to help."

[@tractortosha7241]

Mansoor, sir, you are a beautiful human. I am happy that chapter is over. I see your bright smile, with so much pain still there. You are healing ❤️‍🩹 you are amazing, thank you for sharing your story.

[@naceraher9632]

unfortunately , he is stuck in Serbia

[@dabay200]

Absolutely appalling treatment and torture by America; imagine having to spend most of your life in max security prison when you haven't been charged with any crime and committed none, and being regularly tortured and abused - these are all terrible human rights abuses for which America needs to be held to account. Adayfi's artwork is excellent, he is clearly a very talented person.

[@lovelyapples7708]

It happens everyday in the America.

[@soniag4516]

@@lovelyapples7708 Where?

[@lovelyapples7708]

I think this should be a requirement read in High Schools. Stay Safe Mr.Mansoor Adayfi and God Bless.

[@nashambenyisrael7689]

more like american citizens stay safe, if this can happen to one of our own then imagine all the people who go missing without a trace in america... the missing cases of america is so high it makes me wonder...

[@eles2371]

@@nashambenyisrael7689 no worry.. islam will bring peace soon Quran (2:216) - "Fighting is prescribed for you, and ye dislike it. But it is possible that ye dislike a thing which is good for you, and that ye love a thing which is bad for you. But Allah knoweth, and ye know not."

[@nashambenyisrael7689]

@@eles2371 first off the Quran will not bring peace to this earth and Muhammad is and always will be a false prophet. Your Quran is based off a book of my people yet Muhammad is not a Jew. Salvation comes from the Jews not the Muslims and I’m not referring to the fakes that are in my lands today. The Quran states to seek the people of the book which is referring to the Torah. Your Muhammad was a warlord and did not convert people with peace but by the sword.. peace will come out of Israel and Again not the land but the people of the book. People of the Book (Arabic: أهل الكتاب‎, ahl al-kitāb) is an Islamic term which refers to Jews, Christians, and Sabians.[1][2] It is also used in Judaism to refer to the Jewish people and by members of some Christian denominations to refer to themselves. In Judaism the term "People of the Book" (Hebrew: עם הספר, Am HaSefer)[5] has come to refer to the Jewish people, in reference to the Torah or the entire Hebrew Bible.[6]. The only thing I do appreciate from your people is the destruction of those imposters, please continue and rid free of my ancestors lands of those aliens who are from afar!

[@JohnDoe-jh5yr]

The artwork with the statue of liberty in a bottle on the beach with barbed wire is haunting. Thank you for featuring these stories.

[@letsomethingshine]

@42:20 She is looking away.

[@naceraher9632]

loved it!

[@jasonrobinson9242]

Dang. I spent a bit of time in prison and juvenile halls and it sucked for sure. But nothing like that. What a strong man

[@Estherbethe1...]

Alot of cross over between how children in state custody are treated and what was discribed by this man especially the psychological abuse. Gitmo took what they use in prison here and just threw all the rules out instead of most. CIA has been fine tuning torture for decades...Anyway some of us can see better than others because we have experience w being in the hands of our government.

[@metalbean813]

just watched the movie on this last week. was fucking nutz

[@lwells3937]

I'm glad you survived both institutions and hope you're thriving as well as everyone who went through this. Land of the free, if you're a person of means who lives somewhere where the police aren't out to get you and yours. I know the police around me have gotten a million percent better since the BLM protest. We even had some cops protesting wirth them, so amen to that

[@metalbean813]

@@lwells3937 some real police accountability laws woulda been nice. thats cool though

[@lwells3937]

@@metalbean813 right on. Our institutions have been overwhelmed by the trump administration who set out to destroy them. He did however want to beef up the military and call it his own for his private use

[@acebaker3623]

Mr Adayfi is an amazing person. I am humbled by his beautiful soul. His compassion for his guards is incredible. What happened to him should never be allowed even to the worst of criminals, let alone an innocent, such as himself.

[@jasonscott7803]

Treat others as you would have them treat you. What an incredibly resilient man. We all need to treat each other with respect and dignity.

[@flytoheights1]

That was amazing story and reporting. I was very moved by Mansion Adayfi. I cried and laughed at moments. Loved his positive attitude, humanity, and humour after everything he has been through. Lots to learn from this. Thank you Amy.

[@eleanapshock9016]

His narrative doesn’t make sense!

[@GhostOnTheHalfShell]

And now we have multitudes of US military and vets trained in torture. These people walk free in our nation. These actions are justifiable and valid in their view. They will willingly do this to anyone they might think is an enemy. You can bet political factions will make use of them.

[@portlandsamber]

Right? I feel bad for their wives.

[@Yor_gamma_ix_bae]

Many were just as horrified and repulsed by their own actions. They did what they were told on the pain of court martial or imprisonment in the same place.

[@BKLYNTURK1975]

Yeah they are guys in uniform that drive around in vehicles that says “police’. Not all but Most!

[@whiskybooze]

You do realize there is high suicide rate amongst vets. 3 vets separate incidents just shot themselves on their base just last week. They're human dude. You want to be mad at people be mad at the Suit and Ties who start the wars and send troops places. These kids just wanted a job, money, or free college education. They weren't expecting a 20 year long war.

[@kazeemadeleke7979]

They are victims themselves

[@mikemendo2793]

Bless this man for not losing his humanity, after everything he's went through!

[@alfredobatista9818]

He is just one out of many that survive this nightmare.

[@justbe1451]

Horrific crimes, how can America not be held responsible?

[@selecttravelvacations7472]

And look at how many administrations have been complicit, on both sides!? It’s time for real change in American politics. It’s up to the people now to put a stop to it by refusing to believe any more lies, or looking the other way at crimes!

[@paulwilmans5890]

American soldiers are sick, they need help, sick sick

[@marisela7825]

They can't. That is why they go to Guantanamo bay. It is not covered by American Laws and they did this by design. So they can wash their hands of any wrong doing.

[@MrBobDug]

🤣😂🤣 held responsible? Thier working on thier own citizens now

[@tammyslade9441]

It has begun by God, look around!

[@the1onlynoob]

During the holocaust, amongst the Nazi soldiers, a few had consciences that could not bear what is being done, to which they said: this Jewish business, no one will forget, and no one will forgive, and it will come back to us, not just you, and me, but to our families and to our country. This Muslim business, in Iraq, Afghanistan, Syria, Lebanon, Yemen, Iran, Pakistan, Libya and all the other sanctioned, invaded, and couped countries are the same. No one will forget, and no one will forgive, and it will come back to America, not just the murderers and warmongers, but to the homes of those soldiers and to the entire country.

[@Stop-and-listen]

And it will

[@bbbildhuu]

Germany seems to be doing pretty good now though

[@mirithilrose54]

@@bbbildhuu Germany is doing pretty good now, because after WWII programs were instated to educate people of the atrocities that took place. The leaders were regarded as criminals after the war. Is this going to happen in the U.S.? Not likely. Just look at Bush going around and talking about his paintings and all sorts of cutesy stuff, instead of being prosecuted as war-criminal.

[@bvsd4396]

@@mirithilrose54 if not on this Earth, criminals will be persecuted by God almighty on the day of judgement. And none shall not escape from thy Lord who created thee.

[@healingrays3762]

There is a journalist, whose interviews I hope are still on the internet, who explains that the same mind control techniques are used on the people in the US that were used in NAZI Germany. However, today, from our perspective it is beyond us, and we cannot understand how could the Germans follow Hitler so blindly.

[@halalpolice7544]

Poor guy. He was tested a lot🥺 May Allah SWT reward him Jannah.

[@abudujannah.]

Ameen and you and your family.

[@cocoaallure5879]

I can't believe this man is even able to smile after everything he's been through!

[@queenebony489]

Alhumdulilah Allah let you survive brother so you could tell what happened

[@prodigymichael7777]

Him and many others.wicked wicked evil.

[@naceraher9632]

@@prodigymichael7777 ?

[@prodigymichael7777]

@@naceraher9632 many of true spiritual righteous men, survived the ruthless onslaught of western genocide & occupation. By the Grace & power of God's elite . Angels & spiritual guardians. Lo 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@eles2371]

yeaah. .there plenty of fools to be fooled out there Quran (2:216) - "Fighting is prescribed for you, and ye dislike it. But it is possible that ye dislike a thing which is good for you, and that ye love a thing which is bad for you. But Allah knoweth, and ye know not."

[@prodigymichael7777]

@@eles2371 the fool ,has said in his heart,their is no God. Research study, for oneself investigate. Know thyself. Oh man. For the art of learning never stops. Or read read read in,the name of thy Lord who created man from a sperm drop. Read ,who taught man by the,pen. Taught man that which he knew not.

[@Stop-and-listen]

In a recent interview by Lesley Stahl with Liz Cheney, she stated that waterboarding is not a form of torture. This is why the USA, Congress, is the 4th Reich.

[@pohakumana4288]

MICorpratocracy War is piece*

[@RamonaRayTodosSantosBCS]

Yep. They brought them here after the war. The Nazis. Did you ever wonder how come people like my family were never persecuted? Or shamed or interned during the war? German Americans? How come? They interned Japanese Americans. So what's the explanation?

[@markdouglas8073]

She learned that from her father, who led us into the war with Iraq, which did not attack us. Vice President Cheney has never shown any remorse for his actions (war crimes).

[@pohakumana4288]

@@markdouglas8073 or baby bush, he's still alive enjoying his spoils and orofits from HIS 20 year war.

[@MonaLisa-lu8zi]

Well, I would only discuss that term after she (Cheney) underwent and enjoyed the experience of water boarding. I get the impression she mixed up the term with surfing. I think afterwards she might understand it better. 😜

[@nancyromencia2875]

His story touched my heart I wish him all the best in his life.

[@yatinurhayati3150]

Aamiin ya Rabb

[@calonstanni]

I did NOT expect to see him as a smiling, laughing man. What a special soul. I grieve for his treatment.

[@blackpentagon]

His heart already broken you know.

[@annalarsson5077]

As the "war on terror in Afghanistan" is over the defeted side (US) should be hold accountable for warcrime.

[@marianwhit]

Oh wow, I am so glad he is free...I wrote an assignment on him in school when he was at Guantanamo, it broke my heart.

[@saralila]

Sadly, he's not truly free.

[@brasstaxz7030]

And we get looked at like we're crazy when we don't wanna stand for the national anthem. Why would I pledge allegiance or stand in honor of a country that commits atrocities like this?

[@rachelstevens6578]

Good 👍

[@redline2655]

Easy fix...Leave for Saudi 🇸🇦

[@nancyromencia2875]

☹☹☹

[@Yankeepride03]

You’re just too lazy to stand.

[@nancyromencia2875]

@@Yankeepride03 😂😂

[@keekl6870]

He's at peace. Many like him like Salahi "The Mauritanian" are at peace. Those who wronged them & tortured them will have a tortured life here and in the hereafter

[@maheshrajmaharjan9122]

This shows who the Americans are, from history to today. This is how US buys and sells people.

[@Stop-and-listen]

The dehumanization of the peoples of the middle east, Africa and Latin America is an integral part of the American imperialist culture. Americans don't care and will never care. Ask any native American.

[@pohakumana4288]

@@Stop-and-listen Like Egyptians never had slaves. The US has no culture, it copies from older countries. Colonialism by several countries. Spain and France owned New Orleans before gringos.

[@nobullzone8394]

Who they've always been they were an extension of England and who England is too, from the foundation until now!

[@pohakumana4288]

@@humnnn That is so dumb. How do you define slavery? You don't KNOW the definition? You could go back to the so called original couple when one was the slave of the other, less than, not equal to, subordinate it the master male.

[@alpenglow1235]

What do you say about Osama Bin Laden, the one who started the war? Or, the warlord who sold him? Or, the religion that encourages and supports war? What do you say about people who profit from the killing that is war?

[@hassanshoukat]

I m amazed that even after horrific torture, he still is concerned about crushed souls n spirits of guards who did the torture.

[@DiamondsRexpensive]

If they had souls, they wouldn't have done that

[@JasonGafar]

Absolutely horrific and appalling. I hope the remaining of this man's life is very much blessed.

[@rachidelouafi6221]

Forgiving is the best way to free your soul from any trauma.

[@ileanaaa]

Incredible segment .

[@majormediaproductions]

Woww this guy been through the ringer and still has a genuine smile and friendly countenance. He will be a spokesman of hope for many. I wish him nothin but the best 💯

[@asahisagoiboi3517]

To everyone not familiar with Islam. He was able to go trough this ordeal because he believed that Allah was testing him 1 and 2 he had no choice. He may not want to seek vengeance because this experience might have given him good graces for Jannah.-bismillah rahman rahim

[@yaadapaah887]

Its all the will power of us as humans. Every human has that capability. How strong and powerful we can be if we know who we r and our purpose and existence on this earth. The best gift on this earth is the recognition of self. Living is an experience .

[@2008LadyLaura]

I hope he finds Jesus...the only God that hung on the cross for us! I pray the holy spirit reveals himself to him and you. 🙏

[@vnpxt6508]

@L T jesus is gay

[@lolaispure4296]

Ooh PLEASE. Islam, Jesus, whatever.....you religious nuts turn people into crazy drones.

[@dogogang85]

@@lolaispure4296 islam, jesu,whateever Democracy,usa and other secular religions put peoples to belive they fight terorrists but in reality just torture inocent peoples

[@annabellefoxnesbitt9305]

Beautiful soul

[@jakewebb7995]

I will never forget looking into "forced feeding" after the torture report dropped. We are no moral standard.

[@gartheobreeding5475]

That was a very moving interview. It amazing what people will do to others. I wish the best for this gentleman and others in this situation.

[@suzanner2454]

I’m so sorry he had to experience this loss, this violation of his body and his rights. He is an amazing resilient human being. Bless you Sir. ♥️♥️♥️

[@InfiniteCuriosity1210]

Subha Allah, the strength and courage of this man is phenomenal, how do you get tortured, jailed for 14yrs mostly in Solitery confinement, shipped off to a foreign land, yet smile like you've not seen a day of hardship your entire life. May Allah reward him for his patient and compensated for the injustice this man has suffered

[@mirithilrose54]

Thank you Mr. Adayfi for sharing your story. You are an admirable human being.

[@shaheedaessack6142]

Of all those who show Mercy, Allah is the most Merciful. His Mercy exceeds his Anger and his Mercy extends to the lowest of his creatures. Labbaik Allahumma Labbaik

[@2008LadyLaura]

I plead the blood of Jesus over you who our God sent his only begotten son to die on the cross for us because our sin seperates us from our creator. I pray the holy spirit is revealed to you. He is merciful, graceful, and most of all loving! The serpent has come to divide and conquer with all his confusion. The ultimate sacrifice was Jesus Christ who died on the cross for us. The way the truth and the life! No one shall come to the father if not through him because of our sin. May the truth set you free. 🙏❤🕊

[@shaheedaessack6142]

@@2008LadyLaura I will always worship the ONE true God whom we call Allah. The ONE, ONLY, without partner. Say, He is Allah, the One and Only; Allah, the Eternal, Absolute; He begets not, nor is He begotten; And there is none like unto Him. QUL HUWALLAHU AHAD We respect and revere Nabi Isa Ibn Maryam, Ruhoollah. He will descend in Syria on the wings of 2 Angels. And establish the Justice and Peace after destroying the Anti-Christ. All events are unfolding as foretold in the scriptures.

[@shaheedaessack6142]

There is none worthy of worship except Allah. There is no power and might except that which comes from Allah.

[@DrBear-rk4qb]

This video should get way more views. Thank you DN for covering this story!

[@autumnhomer9786]

🌹 They locked up a 3 month old with the father? It’s bad enough that this man is innocent. Even worse when they also lock up a baby who you know is completely innocent.🌹

[@prhasn]

They were clearly using them for psychiatric experiments, so it is only natural from their perspective to keep people of all ages. Disgusting and criminal but makes sense.

[@EarlGray007]

That would break many men. Being crazy keeps one from going insane. He's still not back to his home country yet.

[@Stop-and-listen]

His English is excellent; I am very surprised by his demeanor, so calm.

[@samreynolds3789]

Billions of FOREIGNERS SPEAK English and AEVERAL other Languages ! We 🧓🏾👩🏾‍🦱👩🏾‍🦱🧑🏾👨🏽🧔🏾‍♂️👴🏽🧓🏾 people Americans too) HEAR SAME comments , about How “White “ or “Proper” or “GOOD ENGLISH we SPEAK” ! You MAY NOT have MEANT for IT to sound Colonialist, but IT WAS ! And those of us 🧔🏾‍♂️🧓🏾🧕🏾 Black American Muslims , who SPEAK and READ Arabic or QUR’AN , hear the SAME !

[@Monika-tp3fv]

@@samreynolds3789 Chill out, it was a complement....

[@elaineburnett5230]

Thank you Mr. Mansoor Adayfi for surviving and for standing up for justice, and humanity.

[@paulwhetstone0473]

Interesting interview, Amy: We need to hear more about that US Chaplain at Guantanamo as well as others who have first hand experiences there.

[@shaheedaessack6142]

Never despair of the mercy of Allah.

[@abudujannah.]

Ma sha Allah. Your comments are the best on here. May Allah bless you abundantly and let them weigh heavy on your scales of good and protect you and family. Ameen

[@shaheedaessack6142]

“Then Allah protected him from evil which was planned by them.” (Surah Ghafir 40:44)

[@eles2371]

Really??? how come al-Lah did not protect his favorite love-boy MahaMad? How come he died from poison sheep from the hand of a yahudia that he killed her whole family and the village..

[@eles2371]

Narrated Ibn Ka'b b. Malik: On the authority of his father: Umm Mubashshir said to the Prophet (ﷺ) during the sickness of which he died: What do you think about your illness, Messenger of Allah (ﷺ)? I do not think about the illness of my son except the poisoned sheep of which he had eaten with you at Khaybar. The Prophet (ﷺ) said: And I do not think about my illness except that. This is the time when it CUT OFF MY AORTA.... Quran 69:44-46 -> And if Muhammad had made up about Us some [false] sayings, We would have seized him by the right hand; Then We would have CUT FROM HIM THE AORTA. OOPPSSSS

[@carlamariarichardson7214]

I was 'born' in america. I am muslim woman. I am african 'born' in america. They took our names, our culture, our traditions, our way of life over 400 hundred years ago. We have lived for generations not even know where in Africa we originated or even what our original names were. I am grateful that after Brother Mansoor's decades long ordeal, he is now free to live out his way of life and to pass his name on to his own children some day inshAllah. Takbeer!!

[@abudujannah.]

Allahu Akbar

[@arieswoman824]

You are so confused. Islam was forced on the Africans. Islam took away the African names, traditions, their religion.

[@mistressofstones]

I'm so glad I spent my youth protesting these crimes, I couldn't live with myself if I had ignored it 😢

[@afroman4035]

Thank you

[@priya123ification]

Thank you Amy for this interview for the whole world to know and understand the brutal nature of America. Where is the Haig Court and Amnesty International? I am sick to my core. Thank you Mansoor for not staying silent with your torturous experience. Peace ✌️

[@rosalinddonnelly9370]

I am so horrified that humans can be so disguising towards each other . I pray that Mansoor will carry on bringing light. Into this dark world now he is what I all a man humble kind loving caring And most of all a decent humanbeing unlike the monsters that are around at this present time .Do these people that commit these crimes not realise that they will have to be accountable for their sins ? God be with you Mansoor and I pray that all the hurt you have been through that God will heal you. Rosalind Donnelly from London England

[@tinacolby7416]

My heart is pained knowing the horror u went through.

[@NN-cc6dd]

"The arts, it has been said, cannot change the world, but they may change human beings who might change the world" -Maxine Greene

[@marievarenya7817]

Thankyou Amy for exposing this to the world. And my deep respect for Mansoor, who represents the very high level also possible in the Muslim faith. Still it is not over yet. I understand that he still is like a prisoner in Servia; not allowed to live a normal life, or get married. What can be done to get him back his total freedom and the right to enjoy the rest of his life in tune with his own choices...???

[@semajuko]

Such a powerful smile!

[@susanmoriarty9900]

I had heard stories about this man....I believe him. His English is superb!

[@Happy-uy5wc]

Thank you again for your continued commitment to excellence. 💕

[@rafiquejohn9406]

It is unbelievable that this guy can still smile...

[@whoknowsidont.5147]

I don't really want to hear any of this but I need to thank you brother you sure are a strong man

[@loveme77527]

He reminds me of "MAN'S SEARCH FOR MEANING"... They could not break him!💯 Look at him!🤗 WOW!🙏 What a beautiful soul...💞 Really makes you look at yourself & how we complain about everything... This man went thru HELL & he has more light than most people...🌅

[@JONTEE206]

My goodness this evil world .🙏🏽

[@charliebrandt2263]

From UK: What happened to the guards at Treblinka, Auschwitz, Bergen Belsen, Buchenwald et al.? I think that they met a sticky end. The guards at Guantanamo will be haunted for the rest of their lives and probably will be unable to rein in their cruelties learned there... I feel sorry for the people around them.

[@yourpersonaldatadealer2239]

It wasn’t Hitler that killed the Jews, it was people ‘just doing their job’. Throughout history those in ‘authority’ have committed untold crimes against the people for a pay-check. Most (if not all) crimes eventually come to be understood as superstition or brain disorders. One minute they’re chemically castrating Alan Turing, the next they are waving rainbow flags in the street. Blindly following political agendas to lock people up and torture them physically and mentally for whatever this weeks biggest fear tactic is.

[@totonow6955]

Mansoor shines the light of God.

[@youmnaification]

I always wonder why people thank soldiers for their service.

[@janetmcdonald2572]

I don’t understand how anyone could do this to another human. I am so sorry for your experience. Your strength and spiritual journey are beyond inspiration.

[@nagone11]

What good did any of this sick evil stuff we were doing do? This was pure madness.

[@Rietto]

All the death and misery, and the Taliban is back in charge of Afghanistan. Everything we did was a waste, all it did was birth more monsters.

[@oscarcazarez2227]

It's awesome to see how Mr.Adayfi has retained his humanity & a polarized view of the misfortune he suffered. I wish great things your way!

[@shaheedaessack6142]

May Allah grant you the highest stages in Jannah. May you drink form the Fountain of Khauthar from the hands of Sayyid al-Shuhada Ahlul Jannah. May you stand alongside the Prophet PBUH on the day of Hashr. Labbaik Allahumma Labbaik.

[@abudujannah.]

Sallahu Alayhi wa Salam

[@tatianak8428]

Mansour translates from Arabic as a Victor, and he is a victor, one day in sha allh he will meet his family again and he will get married and have his own kids too, god bless him, keep smiling brother.

[@WisdomInExperience]

It's amazing that this man can even smile today. How strong is his soul ?

[@marymoeller4742]

It breaks my heart to hear that mankind is so evil to a human being!!! How is that possible? I'm so happy that this man has survived and is such a wonderful person! I'm so glad he is telling his story! So important for the world to hear! He is a very courageous person! What can we do to change such evil military behavior? How can anyone in their right mind do or allow such evil behavior?!

[@akennedy5954]

This is hard to hear, I can't imagine having gone through it. My prayers are with you Mansoor

[@Imani7777]

Thanks for the interview!!

[@garaseer584]

Can’t wait to read!!

[@RealLodoss]

Zero accountability

[@gloriache8903]

Most people never lose hope... good health, love, and peace Mansoor Adayfi... good future.

[@pablitoraygon1968]

A big respect for this man, He is more human than his Torturers,

[@pentegarn1]

Damn these photos are heartbreaking. Some day there will be a museum with these photos hanging up in it....talking about how America descended into Nazism in the 2000s. How torture never yields reliable information and "Never again" written on plaques.

[@rahman.1339]

I hope that happens now...rather than someday. They've seperated the prisoners and tried to break them and silence them by isolation. Thank you Mansour for speaking and not letting us forget.

[@markeverson5849]

While the innocent are being tortured the truly guilty are smoking cigars drinking wine and getting embezzling money and getting away with it again and again and again how sickening

[@Stop-and-listen]

Again, KZbin stop deleting comments.

[@angelathurston8663]

Beyond shameful, beyond cruel, beyond the limits of "interrogation ". Enhanced interrogation techniques, US general Miller, should be so ashamed of what they've done to to human beings whilst in his care. I'm sending you so much love and light. I'm not even sure, you can ever recover from this kind of treatment, but Thank You Sir for sharing your horror story. Keep strong and your truth must be revealed.

[@swallowsometruth9550]

And there's people who know exactly who did shit like this and still laugh about it today and won't say a damn thing to expose that devilish ass crew of people.

[@teescoffee5689]

It’s remarkable the great spirit this man has after going through the torture designed to break him. He’s definitely more than a survivor. I hope for a great future for this gentle man. I want the American government to learn from this huge mistake. Shame on them.

[@TerryTappArt]

As an American, I feel the most honorable and respectful act we can commit, respectful of humanity and of life, is to tear this corrupt establishment apart with our bare hands if need be. By this "establishment," I am referring to the institutions and people who perpetuate this phenomenal evil we call the United States.

[@kenyarogers6289]

This institution has been torturing people since the 1600s. It’s rock solid and will gaslight people for questioning it.

[@rlbrown1009]

What a horrible nightmare you lived through. I am so sorry😥😪😥

[@estherconstantakis7895]

I am so sorry that happened to you. Our hearts go out to you and your family.