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

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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∙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]

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

[@wahabfiles6260]

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

[@ENDZYT]

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

[@wahabfiles6260]

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

[@ENDZYT]

@@wahabfiles6260 Agreed!

[@moksha6202]

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]

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

[@teapacks]

I agree.

[@jzk3919]

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]

@@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]

@@claudelebel49 👍

[@sevraonic8656]

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

[@douglascollett7775]

& they’re too scared to admit it

[@rg6982]

Couldn't have said it better myself friend!

[@Carelock]

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]

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

[@rumihafez8269]

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]

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

[@margobrooks6258]

O

[@Jack-eo5fn]

@@margobrooks6258, what does 0 mean to you?

[@souichirooussa]

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

[@baseline101]

@@souichirooussa then?

[@diane9247]

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]

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.

[@thecincinnatichick]

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]

Their are many more until today

[@AmelDousary1]

That's the USA for you

[@abumustafa9578]

Unfortunately the so called "civilised" world rules us.

[@Muhammad-sx7wr]

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

[@altin3408]

This is what happens when infidels rules the world.

[@medellincartel8109]

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

[@mohamedkass3885]

Well said

[@raghedanan3959]

Absolutely !

[@OzyYusaf]

perfect words

[@northernafricas3329]

Ibn Tayimia quote

[@medellincartel8109]

@@northernafricas3329 is it? Thanks brother for mentioning 👍🏽. Regards

[@explorarmizan4454]

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

[@yomommastupid]

actually it was under OBama administration believe it or not

[@explorarmizan4454]

@@yomommastupid Obama came after bush not before him.

[@ajisenramen888]

Which Bush?

[@CapraDemon101]

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

[@halalgordonramsay4983]

i believe he was released after 4 presidential administration.

[@christinewalsh3043]

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

[@wagminagmishagmiragmihagmi4341]

Alllahumma lakal hamd

[@user-ou4bs8jg6d]

Where are you from

[@DanB1987]

MashaAllah.. I personally found it warming..

[@farisa1116]

@@DanB1987 it's amazing to bring a brother to the deen mohammadou will be greatly rewarded inshallah

[@justworship0570]

❤️

[@paddyk3748]

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

[@mamounynavee8871]

The same for me brother

[@sadiayasin6297]

Me too , I admire both of these guys

[@1KriticalShoota]

the same here for me brother

[@maverickkhan2718]

Yep, just beautiful

[@niamhbyrne4036]

Me too x

[@yonasyonas5203]

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

[@rasadams9034]

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

[@rasadams9034]

@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]

Man, where you get this quote from?

[@rasadams9034]

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

[@swississue4950]

Well said brother ! I am my brothers keeper.

[@Jessijitsu]

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

[@drhintjens4915]

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]

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

[@a.t.6322]

@@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]

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

[@Dancingpizza2015]

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

[@joshuaschneider1331]

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]

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

[@desirelabelle2199]

@@Diamondraw4Real yes its actually about him.

[@NSalah2006]

Absolutely!

[@farahd6297]

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]

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......

[@syedhussain4564]

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

[@pensim69]

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]

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

[@danieldecrescenzio3980]

This man is the most inspiring person

[@francheskavega7251]

I agree,he's a beautiful human being

[@kathyborthwick6738]

The movie the Mauritanian is amazing!

[@Rafi88]

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.

[@brahimndb8868]

Hi

[@narutosaga12]

Don’t forget war on “drugs”!

[@asifiqbal6921]

Dont forget wmd in iraq

[@abdulq5387]

Bbc, outlook,podcast,intrigue nicely worded

[@bradleywhite8684]

You so beautiful

[@kellybulik-parra279]

Out of the darkness comes the light 💫 Mashallah

[@bradosty2009]

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

[@whitemailprivilege2830]

What

[@maquacr7014]

@@whitemailprivilege2830 You heard him.

[@H4m4d]

White Mail Privilege and u heard him very well

[@chloe0303]

What a great blessing...

[@skyinuri8868]

Aamiin..

[@num7088]

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]

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]

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]

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]

@@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]

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

[@florentinodeive3746]

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]

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]

@@maryrooster8737 yup

[@lawtraf8008]

@@maryrooster8737 wdym ?

[@terintiaflavius3349]

@@maryrooster8737 There are black guards at Gitmo.

[@amromansur176]

Love

[@slapkinge5267]

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

[@souleymanyislim6951]

تحية أيضاً كبيرة إلى السعودية منبع الاسلام والخير والتقى

[@sidiahmedkhalifa481]

تحية لك وللأهل في السعودية

[@mohdqahamad8546]

تحية اجلال واكبار للانفس الزكية المباركة ان شاء الله

[@alrashidi3102]

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

[@Lonesome__Dove]

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.

[@elghadi1639]

❤️

[@brahimndb8868]

Hi

[@Lonesome__Dove]

@@elghadi1639 hello

[@Lonesome__Dove]

@@brahimndb8868 hi!

[@brahimndb8868]

Hi am brahim i am frome mauritania

[@AcidOllie]

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

[@abdulraheem415]

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]

@@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]

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

[@user-eh2cq4iz2e]

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

[@Diamondraw4Real]

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

[@AnisaKiss]

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

[@teenagecrimesx5983]

Mohamed pbu

[@albaniaheartofeurope20]

Muhammed s.a.w.s

[@abdifatahabdi9503]

Rassululah

[@MohamedMohamed-tr2rz]

♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@korytahar4358]

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

[@TariqKhan-oo4sg]

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]

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

[@qadrik]

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

[@stinger4712]

These men's humanity I think

[@anisrahmoni3046]

El hamdoulilah

[@pandabearmadness6263]

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

[@Thor-Orion]

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

[@Amy-dk3of]

Absolutely upsetting

[@MtFgt]

@@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

[@amadoudiallo3980]

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

[@samimas4343]

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

[@kornholigo]

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

[@fredgagger375]

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

[@mdidris4414]

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

[@yabobayo5787]

Hypocrisy They did this One for the clouts

[@ShawarMoni]

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

[@yabobayo5787]

@@ShawarMoni Hope thats sarcasm...

[@anserkhan9430]

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

[@amauritaniannomad6533]

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]

Alhamdulillah for that

[@muhdhanif1048]

At least he is free now.

[@alicedoors4826]

So he can travel now?

[@user-kq8uv1ll6c]

@@alicedoors4826 Yes

[@REDinitial]

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

[@lounaannajung4454]

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

[@MultiDianeD]

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

[@AhirZamanSairi]

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]

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]

@@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]

@@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]

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

[@christinewalsh3043]

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

[@TOWolf29]

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]

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

[@2degucitas]

@@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]

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

[@seekerofknowledge6595]

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

[@loutrymouad4506]

O confirme from morocco

[@skyejacques]

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

[@Azraahmed250]

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

[@yousss3723]

💯🤲🏼

[@aboutdawntoday]

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

[@ZubairAhmed-od2xv]

That sounds overwhelming, Beautifully put .thank you.

[@thomasholland5487]

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

[@belescli]

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

[@drhintjens4915]

@@thomasholland5487 14 years not 7!!

[@shortyylu]

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]

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

[@jzk3919]

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]

@Cian MacGana What do you mean

[@elghadi1639]

❤️

[@nathan-ls8yw]

@Cian MacGana oorah🤙🏻

[@2degucitas]

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]

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

[@williamadams2361]

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.

[@smithwillison6345]

Nice video! very engaging from the beginning to the end. People will be kicking themselves in few years, if they miss the opportunity to invest.

[@jackryan8928]

Bitcoin to the world.

[@danhanson5314]

Speaking of Bitcoin trading, it's the best business in the world right now. I know a couple of friends who make a whole lot of money trading the financial market.

[@carsoncordelli9557]

Bitcoin is currently booming.

[@alanfuller7176]

Elon Musk the world richest man recently invested $1.5 billion in Bitcoin. Bitcoin is the future..

[@raghadh1068]

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]

Where are you from?

[@laineyl8752]

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

[@imagonnasah8319]

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

[@rhoduskal-cious3243]

Amen!

[@southside-hornbaby5325]

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.

[@MrOnetwoseven]

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

[@mamounynavee8871]

Mr Brown this words are amazing 💙

[@kdouvidivasejmenodauyourlo8250]

wg codashop free

[@benduffy2860]

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

[@user-uu7wg6kx5i]

شيء عظيم

[@AnonGump]

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!

[@anisrahmoni3046]

El hamdoulilah

[@MindManifestator]

Ehhm Americans!

[@themaharaniscloset]

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.

[@zoubeirteyeb6222]

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 )

[@Leah-ce6hd]

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

[@calypsogirl2030]

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

[@zah1238]

Watch The Muratanian movie .

[@andrejohnson1179]

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]

And we all bleed the same colour.

[@niamhbyrne4036]

So well said, greetings to you from Ireland x

[@farahd6297]

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.

[@paullemieux1346]

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

[@manja7441]

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.

[@ismailslt]

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

[@l.b4723]

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]

Faith makes you stronger

[@nihomkong1474]

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

[@abdulraheem415]

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

[@claudialu]

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]

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.

[@iloveass2289]

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

[@Laitalafraise]

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.

[@linakolodziej3397]

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

[@brahimndb8868]

Hi

[@anisrahmoni3046]

El hamd lilah

[@WindedVoyage]

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

[@catherinerice922]

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...

[@jamesgorden5383]

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]

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

[@drhintjens4915]

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

[@arashahad8733]

Strong Faith gives you perseverance

[@Saeedalameri08]

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

[@muhammadbenjuraij7734]

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

[@leena__saeed]

Same thing I was thinking MashAllah.

[@Yasmin-jt1ux]

Couldn't agree more ❤️

[@averyj5446]

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

[@rayanjalaluddinallibnani3154]

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

[@gamtngirl3655]

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

[@hananenessma8340]

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]

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

[@dongargon3049]

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]

وليس ممنوع من مقادره موريتانيا ولكن ممنوع من دخول الولايات المتحده

[@Som-Hanoolaato]

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

[@romanomarivicaspe790]

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

[@simonsays525]

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

[@vizon-aryproductions6191]

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

[@karenlm9062]

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

[@blondie7341]

@@sacredtree2565 😂👍😂

[@monanadeem8523]

Here here 👏

[@susanrobinson3745]

💯

[@miratay3221]

Well said 👍

[@user-lw7of8mo4u]

@@sacredtree2565 George Busch 🐷

[@RomboutVersluijs]

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.

[@Journeybacktoself]

Uncontrollable tears. Shukran❤️

[@seine.hoheitmohammed3262]

🌷

[@MM2PuppyDog]

I love these two men and their friendship..

[@ahmedouyahya]

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

[@Mr_beam641]

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

[@katoskiinternational5804]

Well said

[@Meedo-mq4rb]

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

[@krispi1481]

Such a strong friendship forged through hardships

[@joud1436]

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

[@rahabvon-horn9152]

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

[@GEMOGRAPHER]

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

[@bez1196]

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

[@kikikoko607]

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

[@aqzs0123]

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]

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]

@@kikikoko607 hhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh

[@silc.1002]

😢 Most beautiful story crying like a baby...

[@Jack-eo5fn]

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.

[@user-qk5pm9yu1t]

His smile of hope is priceless

[@heersyal2454]

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

[@himillimeter6231]

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]

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

[@staceyallard2692]

Thank you for that info 🙏🏼😊

[@lorriecarrel9962]

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

[@surgec]

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

[@HamoudCHORFA]

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

[@longloismariam7767]

Just one word: Subhanallah!

[@jennymedley3860]

Everlasting friendship. Gives me faith in my species

[@lynnealuebben1967]

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]

Thank you for your kindness

[@wonderfulkh4537]

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

[@BogushCh]

What a beautiful place, extraordinary: spiritual.

[@pearl6770]

@Bee Kay Please dont generalise a whole country

[@mamounynavee8871]

@@pearl6770 exactly 🤌🏼

[@Bubbles-od2tv]

It almost looks like Mars

[@mariams307]

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

[@bbqreunie984]

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

[@ericvergara4058]

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.

[@krisdan76]

This documenrary is excellent and very important.💕

[@brahimndb8868]

Hi

[@samuraiyasuke3709]

Across the Atlantic, on the African side walking the beach and revisiting memories of dead family members. Sixteen years of deprivation but a lesson learned the hard way at last. مرحبا بك في بلاد شنقيط

[@kennydaiker1980]

Steve is always an amazing person went to high-school together world class guy

[@curtisrebeiro]

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