Our event launches today in South London with a discussion between @Moazzam_Begg and Ahmed Errachidi.
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“I spent four years in isolation. Punishment block. That means cold temperatures, sleep and food deprivation… out of 5 and a half years in Guantanamo.”
Ahmed explains what he faced as a result of resistance in Guantanamo.
Ahmed explains what he faced as a result of resistance in Guantanamo.
“Desecrating the Quran was used to put pressure on the prisoners. Especially in the months and weeks running up to 9/11. This would result in diverting the prisoners from protesting their freedom to protesting for a stop of the desecration.”
- Ahmed Errachidi
- Ahmed Errachidi
“Being tested, you should be pleased. It shows you are worth it and valuable. It’s when you will discover yourself.”
- Ahmed Errachidi
- Ahmed Errachidi
Moazzam asks Abdul Latif Nasser who spent 20 years in Guantanamo, how did you resist hopelessness in Guantanamo?
“What keeps us strong is mentioned in the Quran. ‘Seek strength in patience and prayer’.”
“What keeps us strong is mentioned in the Quran. ‘Seek strength in patience and prayer’.”
"My brothers are so eager to study, to learn, to make some change in their life." - Abdul Latif speaking about requesting a more educational environment in Guantanamo.
“They will not let you just live in Guantanamo. Everyday you are disturbed.”
- Abdul Latif Nasser
- Abdul Latif Nasser
“With steadfastness and insistence, there is always a good reward awaiting you. I don’t take things for granted anymore, we should thank Allah for it.”
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