Exposed: The Plot to Murder Dr Aafia - with Clive Stafford Smith

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The case of Aafia Siddiqui remains an open wound for us all. It symbolises the inhumanity and barbarism of US foreign policy. The incarceration of this brilliant academic and mother of three, has become a marker of its excesses, of which there were many. She languishes in prison, serving an 86-year sentence for an offence that looks barely credible, the attempted murder of two US officials in Afghanistan in 2008. Her whereabouts before that date has been hotly contested, but her lawyers and activists have patched together the conspiracy surrounding Dr Aafias ordeal. Sadly the welfare of her youngest son Suleman - who has not been seen since her detention in 2003 remains unknown. Presumed dead.
The last time I spoke with Dr Aafias lawyer Clive Stafford Smith he had returned from her prison in Forth Worth Texas - where she had been reunited with her sister Fozia for the first time in 20 years. If you haven’t watched that programme, I would highly recommend you do to give you the backstory to this horrific case. Clive has just returned from a factfinsding mission to Afghanistan, and he has some considerable updates on Aafias case.
Clive has helped secure the release of 86 prisoners from Guantánamo Bay and still acts for the remaining numbers. Since the early days of the War on Terror, he has worked tirelessly to force the Americans and other Western powers to adhere to the rule of law. He has sought to uncover the secret prisons and ghost prisoners that stain the reputation of powerful states - who presented their wars in benevolent terms.
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#thethinkingmuslimpodcast episode 146
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
2.33 - Letter writing to Aafia
3:40 - Funds
4:30 - Summary of her case
8:38 - Aafia in Bagram
11:30 - Muhamidi’s intervention
17:20 - The conspiracy to kill Aafia
19:38 - Why are you doing this?
23:00 - Her harsh treatment
24:37 - Why continued for so long?
26:35 - Aafia’s state of mind
29:04 - Afghanistan security
32:44 - Civil society connections
33:49 - How to help Aafia
38:22 - Media coverage
40:28 - Youngest son Suleiman
41:10 - Moazzam Begg - extremism
45:05 - Optimism

[@Zeee530]

I'm from Nigeria and I continue to make du'a for the release of our sister Aafia

[@umibrahimibrahim4966]

❤

[@KashifKhursheed-ng1vk]

I grew up in Nigeria and I also regularly make dua for Aafia.

[@JeanSparrow]

What a wonderful and inspiring human being Clive is! Thank you to the Thinking Muslim for this heartwarming interview. As a woman who is a survivor of child abuse and rape I will write to Aafia in the hope of being able to offer her some solace. And as a (white, Christian) British woman I would like to express my support for my Muslim sisters and brothers in these difficult times.

[@user-et2ng1qb2m]

Thank you for writing to her, Jean!

[@sairish1984]

Thank you Jean

[@shehlatanveer2731]

Thank you so much for your kindness. God bless you!

[@everseeking60]

Isn't it disgusting when the pakistani government sold their souls to the devil. They sold their own blood for money, so called 'muslims' and here is a man working to save her for nothing and yet not even muslim. One day they will see the price the paid for what they did. In the end we all have to face Allah. I hope one day he becomes muslim because he has shown all the beautiful qualities of one. ❤

[@user-wm1mx5rq9s]

💔 its absolutely disgusting what the American government has done to Dr Aafia and i Hope a worst fate awaits all involved in such evil acts on this earth.

[@ninaaden8338]

Indeed. The American govt could not have gotten away with such brutal barbarity if the Pakistani govt and intelligence didnt hand her over to them.

[@ahmadjuwayni6256]

Why haven't the American.Muslims done anything about this before? Where are their legal cases and challenges? She's in their country.. they are richer and better educated than their European counterparts but it seems most are too cowardly or unconcerned to challenge their governments. Please support by donating!

[@pauloli4341]

​@@ahmadjuwayni6256 Hasbunallahu bimal wakeel

[@vickysharpe11]

I agree with you my dear... No evil is unchecked by Allah Subhaanhu Watallah but it is corrected in a most fascinating way.. May Allah Subhaanhu Watallah Allah remove the evil rulers and replace them with better. Aameen ya Rabil Alameen 🤲

[@mostafizurrahmanjhalak8629]

@@ninaaden8338 pakistani gov is their bitch.lets be honest here

[@casteretpollux]

I followed reports of her trial in the US. She was not allowed to choose her legal representatives, and she was not allowed to speak. How could that possibly be legal in a democracy?

[@greatcaledonianpenicillin5378]

It's not meant to be. However, they make up rules in their favour when they see fit.

[@suhur683]

Dr. Aafia story is so heartbreaking, the injustice that many Muslims face by the American government is unimaginable. Allah is AL-HAKAM the judge, the giver of justice. Keep her and her family in your duas.

[@shamim1587]

Absolutely appalling; this is the so called civilized, democratic world; Shame

[@ajahmed1793]

SHAME OF ALL IS PK GOVT DOING LEAST TO HELP HELP AS PK CITIZEN

[@naj7993]

Clive is a legend, one of a kind

[@ziggyaziz2689]

❤

[@poeticandalus9410]

This entire story is unimaginable. What horror is this? The only thing that comforts me is that there is a hereafter. The day of reckoning will be a day of regret for all of those who were part of this injustice. May Allah punish them with the most severe of punishments.

[@AhmadAli-gp4ig]

its not just one injustice....there are millions of injustices throughout the human history as committed by Zionists

[@AbuMoosaa]

Ameen

[@1goal1]

Ameen.

[@mirnasaade8938]

Dr Aafia is always in my thoughts and prayers. When I saw the video, I was actually hoping you were going to share the news of FREEDOM of Dr Aafia. God help Aafia. Thank you Clive for your amazing phenomenal work and support for Aafia and all the Guantanamo prisoners. We are forever grateful to you.

[@lakhnavi1511990]

So much respect for him. Can't believe of all Muslims, (in billions) Allah chose him to stand for Dr Aafia. May Allah reward him in abundance and give steadfastness to both him and Dr Aafia. InshAllah justice will be done. I pray may Allah punish all those guilty of directly harming her and her family. And may Allah forgive us for abandoning her. Ameen JazakAllah br Jalal as well

[@1goal1]

Ameen.

[@RukiyaMaawiya]

May Allah Sw bless Clive with d light of Islam...having him as a humanitarian standing for justice is wonderful having him as a brother in Islam will be superb

[@MegaReddevil007]

What a humanitarian, what a lawyer.

[@ahmadjuwayni6256]

Why haven't the American.Muslims done anything about this before? Where are their legal cases and challenges? She's in their country.. they are richer and better educated than their European counterparts but it seems most are too cowardly or unconcerned to challenge their governments. Please support by donating!

[@Humeyra-jk6qo3yj9m]

Thank you for inviting Sir Clive again. There is a PayPal link from him for Aafia Siddiqui let's all contribute.

[@ersinkilic2190]

Dr Aafia's case highlights the cruel and twisted games played by the West in the Muslim world. She and her kids including 6 month old Suleyman still missing to today are but one story that has managed to make it our despite all the odds.

[@Lalallalu]

Clive is a human hero that alone carries the voice of so many wronged by a perverse system of (in)justice in the U.S. May God protect him and his loved ones always! Thank you for giving courage to all of us who care about truth and justice. 🕊️🕊️🕊️💖💖💖

[@AJ-baraka]

It would be very helpful if a movie is made with well known Hollywood actors and actresses to expose Dr. Aafia's ordeal to the American and international audiences.

[@skyejacques]

The same people who are zombies and are watching a live genocide and can't stop their own police and army from brutality against themselves?

[@minarehman490]

Heartbreaking that a sister has been going through this for 20 years.... I couldn't listen to the level of abuse sge has had to endure. May Allah ﷻ elevate her and free her ❤

[@hani1586]

Clive you are a selfless man. May God bless you immensely

[@1goal1]

I watched the first video with Mr Clive, and now this one. The story of Afia is worse than any horror movie ive ever seen or heard of. I can not believe its been so many years and she is still in jail? How is this possible? This is heart breaking. Unacceptable. May Allah free her, heal her, and reunite her with her family. I really hope Mr Clive gets help and is able to free her soon.

[@mirnasaade8938]

Mr Clive you are putting your life on the line. God bless you and protect you. After all these years, they still stand by their lies and continue to wreak havoc on Rafiaa's and probably many more we don't know about. God help them all.

[@beardrn]

She's been in custody for over 20 years, they can easily whack her and just cover it up as another prisoner off-ing her. There's missing pieces to this puzzle.

[@MuhammadHaris-dp4gq]

Such a brave person! So grateful for your bravery we as Ummah are now lacking!

[@afshandin5335]

We need more people like Clive in these times

[@ayeshawaheed9002]

I love Clive so much for his humanity subhanALLAH, I have been following Aafia's Baji's case since couple of years, watched all the interviews of people who got released from Guantanamo. Moazam Baig is an inspiration. I wrote emails to Aafia Baji as well she is always in my prayers and I try to raise awareness among people by keep talking about her. I can't wait for the good news when I finally get to hear she is free and coming back home inshaALLAH ya Ram.

[@Zuzuh0749]

I have been watching what happened to her since 9/11 videos from some activist, it's braking my heart, This is a sad world we live in May Allah make it easy for everyone in this world Insha Allah 🤲

[@ayeshawaheed9002]

@@Zuzuh0749 i was 9 or 10 years old when 9/11 happened. But i have been hearing about Dr. Aafia since then so couple of years ago I watched a video and then i did the whole research and I still remember how shocked was I to know the reality of this cruel world specially our corrupt politicians

[@writetoammar11]

Wow Clive i love you because so your efforts for the release of our sister Dr. Aafia sisddiqui

[@SayeedaAyeesha]

Jazakallahu khair @THINKING MUSLIM for shedding light on the case of Dr.Aafia .

[@integ537]

"My job is to protect powerless people against the powerful" -Clive Subhanallah, very powerful statement, if only i as a muslim had this courage to take on this ver job that we muslims are supposed to be primarily doing. Thanks, Clive for doing what we muslims should be doing for the world.

[@ebewarrior]

I struggle to listen to this.... It breaks my heart. Thank you for working on freeing our sister

[@literatious308]

Commentary on the difference between Afghanistan during occupation vs Taliban is fascinating.

[@wiesaalabrahams7700]

Yes I was glad to hear his feedback on the Afghanistan Government since America left.

[@shaheedaessack6142]

Only the Europeans and Americans are capable of this form of injustice.

[@user-tc4ry5oo7k]

Not really, we as muslims are pretty capable of heinous crimes as well. Remember the srilankan guy that was burnt in Sialkot? Remember Miss Makhdoom- and her family frnd who chopped her neck off? Remember the 6 years old girl Zainab that was raped to death? Remember the Christian neighborhood that was completely burnt in the name of blasphemy ? The list goes on my dear. There is evil in every country and every race. Let's all work together to take trash out of our homes respectively in order to pass on this world to our younger ones a bit more clean.

[@user-tc4ry5oo7k]

Not really, we as Muslims are pretty capable of committing horrific and heinous crimes as well. Remember the Srilankan guy that was burnt to death in Sialkot ? Remember Miss Makhdoom whose family frnd raped, abused her for two days and then eventually chopped off her neck? Remember Zainab the 6 years old girl who was raped to death and thrown in trash? Remember the entire Christian community that was burnt by muslims in the name of blasphemy? Remember the Pakistani guy who used to rape goats and hens till they died ? Remember the necrophiliac group the was arrested in Lahore? Remember the canabal guys that admitted on media that they were addicted to eating human flesh and drinking human blood? Remember Javed Iqbal who killed 100 kids by drowning them into acid? Remember the lady in Pakistan who got media coverage because she chopped off her husband into small pieces and made curry out of his entire body and was on her way to throw away that curry into near by pond and got arrested on her way? These are just a few examples from Pakistan only; the crimes that got media coverage and made a highlighting memory in the masses. The list goes on my dear... We all know the ratio of crimes that are committed and the ones that get reported to police in Pakistan and out of those reported crimes very few make it to media light. All of us have to work together regarding taking the trash out from our homes, cities and countries respectively and clean it up in order to pass on this world to our younger ones.

[@QuantumA1]

A brilliant and kind man fighting for an honourable cause. It's so deeply saddening to hear about Dr Aafia's case and the level of cruelty she has been subject to. May Allah recompense her for all the pain she has/is experiencing. Thank you Brother Jalal and Clive for this wonderful episode.

[@shehzebimam4991]

Salute to Dr. Clive ... may Allah guide him to Islam and free our sister Dr. Aaafia and reunite her with her loved ones and may Allah's wrath be upon the oppressors Ameen ya Rabb

[@JoBlogz]

May God bless Clive, and protect and help all oppressed people, nations and individuals. amen.

[@maddyn8936]

What an amazing human being. Absolutely in awe of Mr Clive Stafford Smith.

[@aminahvajih2426]

Lots of prayers for everyone trying their bits in this cause. May our sister come back home soon , InshaAllaah. Nothing can comfort hearts but only Allaah SWT can cover such an unimaginable trauma with his Rahmah(mercy). I'll also write to my beloved sister soon. I love her and her family so much. ❤️

[@eishakhan9639]

I cant forget Dr.Aafia.she always remains in my mind. The only hope i have in heart is that eventually day of judgement will come and justice will be served

[@v-corps]

The [Army] establishment is the fifth column in 🇵🇰. They did this to please their masters [the Uncle by the name of $am].

[@mrsasad1114]

Jazakallah for this Brother.Clive is an exceptional human being.Qnd God bless him and all the work he does.I will absolutely email him about Afia.Thank you Clive

[@toyba.alyas.]

You are such an amazing amazing person Mr. Clive. Restores my hope in people

[@iloveallah878]

May Allah protect Dr Afia from thoes evils Ameen. I feel so sad thinking that we live in so unjust world blind and deaf where no one cares

[@syedumar7066]

Ya Allah, what a world we live in. The powers that be are really satanic.

[@atiqakhairzan1051]

Great respect for Clive.

[@rabiabegum7760]

May Allah reward everyone who is helping sister Afia.

[@everseeking60]

Clive is a superhero. A beautiful soul. An honourable man with not only with intelligence, integrity, decency, morality and heart, tirelessly seeking justice.He embodies the beautiful qualities of a muslim. How the evil doers responsible can sleep is beyond me.

[@ARM1886]

What a man, Clive ❤

[@Ellen-ov9yc]

So powerful is the message of women's rights in Islam that a world power is afraid of a single woman spreading the message.

[@mohammedsaid58]

This is an excellent podcast. Thank you gentlemen for this great update on the case of Dr Afia. I encourage everyone to do whatever one can to help Dr Afia. I am certainly going to do what I can.

[@syedfaizanali367]

May Almighty have mercy on the lawyer aswell , a very painfull story

[@mohammedsahor]

And Allah is most knowing of your enemies; and sufficient is Allah as an ally, and sufficient is Allah as a helper ~ Qur’an 4:45

[@allyb1487]

Clive Stafford Smith is so well spoken and such an inspiration! I habw heard of Dr Aafia but never really knew her story. What a tragedy! Writing a letter is the least I can do.

[@suaadsultan]

Obsessed w Clive!!! ❤ Thank you The Thinking Muslim!!! ❤

[@Zizoosworld]

Bangladesh is with our sister Afia😢

[@ruthokelley5833]

This would be wonderful if the West thought of other cultures as being different rather than being evil…but I doubt there will be much change because a lot of people here…think other Americans not like them are on the evil side (therefore going to hell)! Diplomacy…where oh where did it go?

[@jubei3219]

SubhanaAllah on Judgement day she will get her justice

[@ShareefHadid]

What a noble human being.

[@amatullah313]

Heartbreaking💔💔💔💔💔😭😭😭 Shameful..😭😭😭😭

[@billybob-ui1jl]

Clive god bless you my friend

[@Turkiye4Life]

This was compelling. Thank you Clive. You're such an inspiring man

[@asadullah23200]

May Allah have mercy on Clive what an honest man

[@mahreenfarooq1986]

Lots of respect and duas for you sir may Allah bless you

[@kenjack6674]

Clive , has always been a justice warrior, a fantastic human being , And has been for many many years😊

[@haniida1827]

So sad thinking about dr aafia..condolence to dr aafia and family from Malaysia

[@user-jo8pc5gh3t]

Clive it’s always wonderful to listen to you and we have absolute admiration of your principles and courage. Thank you for all you continue to do.

[@ruhirizvi5311]

I've been following Aafia Siddiqi's case for a while. Thank you Clive for putting her case into prospective for all the viewers. I find it disgusting and disgraceful that Pakistani government has not supported Aafia Siddiqui in any shape or form for her release. Aafia has suffered needlessly for far too long on allegations which do not pertain to her or her children. Yes I will be writing to Aafia via yourself Clive and pray for her immediate release. I know exactly why she was targeted but I guess that's not important right now. Thank you also to 'Thinking Muslim' for having Clive on your programme

[@DaedalusDesign]

This whole story sounds completely insane that this should ever happen. I hope you find some justice for everyone involved.

[@ExploringSwat]

15:50 Its people like Smith Clive and Yuane riedly who showed what actually happened and still happening with Aafia her children and Family. Here in Pakistan, even the people who are sincere in Afia case can't speak the reality. As those who suffered Affia for petty gain are still in power corridor. Alot of respect for Smith Clive.

[@KyaSaj-mq6wn]

Thank you so much... may the Great Lord protect you and help you in your work.. 🙏

[@usmanfaraz2114]

Great interview

[@cat.hailey]

حسبي الله ونعم الوكيل

[@mariamabeid]

May almighty God Allah SWT bless this Lawyer... even though its a very sad and unacceptable situation, he's voice and demeanor helped me watch....free Dr. Afia

[@bushrakhalid9323]

@clivestafford is an amazing, extraordinary human being, who choses to represent the vulnerable, underprivileged and the truth tellers. May he continue to prosper and serve humanity where truth and justice can prevail. Thank you Clive wishing you success beyond measure. Stay blessed stay energised!

[@Uroojchhm]

Huge respect 🙏

[@Arham1716]

Clive is the Goat , he is the Real lawyer

[@nusratsharminkhan996]

Salute Mr.Clive. He won my respect

[@YasirAli-qt5ns]

Clive is a Compassionate person

[@jrabiya95]

This is so unfortunate. Absolutely cruel and horrific. How cruel.

[@user-vu8pm4dw6d]

What's both heartbreaking and terrifying is that there are and were many like her who suffered under the injustice of Americans too. So many beloved Muslims secretly imprisoned without any hope. Reminds me of the stories of Guantanemo Bay. 😢

[@holyflower1338]

May God speed ya! #LoveYouClive

[@user-zu4th8nz3d]

This is a fantastic

[@GETINTOUCHTODAY]

I pray for Dr Afia in all my 5 daily prayers, don't know why but it feel sad I don't 😢

[@purple1985purple1985]

Dear M.Jalal podcast host... Thanks for bringing this issue to light. Is there any way to find out if Mr. Smith has received our monetary help towards this cause?

[@anwarhaque6135]

We all must try to free this very noble, highly educated, pious, caring, absolutely innocent lady by writing in the press and reaching out to all media

[@faryalyousaf8560]

Thank you for making remembrance to everyone for #afiasaddique

[@greatcaledonianpenicillin5378]

Good man

[@nasnakhta5219]

Thanks you help her

[@khoneahmatimohamod7605]

May all our duas answer 🙏 and set our sister 🙏 free.

[@munazzahassan9691]

He is fearless

[@deebaiqbal8377]

You are a wonderful person. May god help you . Ameen

[@neawarunnessa6844]

Sorry if I've missed it,but what is clives email address and page to donate too??

[@jurikjurin675]

10.54 i'm speechless

[@lovepeace4065]

Ands Clive is a real human rights lawyer!!!

[@belindatayawa4026]

What a amazing man. A beautiful soul. May Allah keep him always safe and healthy. And guide him too to islam Ameen. May Dr Affia also be freed soon . She will eventually get her justice in Janna.

[@RANasution]

Indeed, American overseas policy is barbaric.

[@mauroofsultan6887]

May Allah help you and protect you also

[@user-zu4th8nz3d]

How do we donate

[@shameemvalimohamed9107]

Aafia is the greatest Muslim Woman ever. She has survived so much cruelty of the devil.

[@shazbangashkhan5505]

Shame on pakistan 1st for givin her 2 USA shame hope they take nawaz sherbaz daughters

[@sparklemotion8377]

You should listen to the first part where he explained that the Pakistani army became bounty hunters and started a for profit witch-hunt against their own people. Arresting random citizens and offering them to the US army as terrorists for a bounty.

[@rifaatj]

Heartbreaking. Afia is always in my duas. I wonder if we r at all civilised after all these centuries

[@rashdaawan7201]

May Allah protect you and your family. May Allah grant you strength,success and safety Aameen ya Rabbul Alameen 🤲🤲🤲 lot of prayers and love from all of us

[@user-vd2pk9pm9x]

Everybody knows who they are....i hope Aafia gets justice. ..❤