Cmdr. Ahmad Massoud - The Assassination that Changed the World | SRS #121

Ahmad Massoud is the Commander of the National Resistance Front (NRF) of Afghanistan. Massoud is the son of the late anti-soviet and revolutionary commander, Ahmad Shah Massoud, and hails from the Province of Takhar in Northeast Afghanistan. After the assassination of his father in 2001, Ahmad and his family settled in the UK, where he completed his higher education and military training at the Sandhurst Military Academy. Ahmad received his bachelor’s degree in War Studies from Kings College London and his master’s degree in International Politics from City, University of London.

After completing his education, Ahmad returned to Afghanistan and started his political movement. Supporters of his father declared him as the successor of the late Ahmad Shah Massoud. Now, he continues to advocate for the freedom of his people, appearing in the media and garnering support from allied nations. His vision for the country is reminiscent of his father's–decentralized, multicultural, and modern. Massoud recently authored In the Name of my Father: Struggling for Freedom in Afghanistan. This memoir explores his aspirations for his nation’s future and his commitment to the values of liberty, justice, and human rights.

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00:00 - Introduction
06:35 - Massoud Day
09:36 - Ahmad Shah Massoud
18:57 - Warning for the U.S.
27:45 - Terrorism in Afghanistan
35:46 - Taliban allies
39:46 - Afghanistan withdrawal
45:55 - What happened to the Afghan people?
55:10 - U.S. funding
1:04:33 - NRF vs. the Taliban
1:29:24 - Story of a mother
1:35:04 - Taliban targets
1:40:04 - Stop the funding to the Taliban
1:52:29 - What can Veterans do to help?

[ShawnRyanShow]

I just have one favor to ask. Please sign this petition and share with everyone you know, including your local politicians.

[christopherreed]

We live in a world where Podcasters are more reliable and resourceful than large news corporations. It’s crazy. Thank you Shawn!

[cerebralfirearms]

This channel is more important than you know Shawn. Keep doing the lords work brother.

[williamroth]

As a veteran, this interview gave me a lot of closure and opened my eyes on so many things.

[JayceDubz]

This man is an incredible spokesman for his people. What an incredible podcast. Thanks for this!

[lilchato]

Thank you Shawn for apologizing to Cmdr Massoud in our behalf.

[EventHorizonADP]

One of the most stunning comments was said right after the Commander started talking. He said I understand that the United States policies have nothing to do with the will of the people. That is where we are. And he is 1000% correct

[brooketoner]

As a widow to LTJG, Francis “Frankie” L. Toner IV, KIA 3/27/2009, US Navy, Mazar i sharif, hearing you apologize directly to Cmdr Ahmad Massoud about the withdrawal made me cry. It was so terribly done and disrespectful for those who gave their all on both sides. Amazing interview ❤ petition signed and donated $46 (Frankie’s sport jersey #)

[PanjshirAfg]

Ahmad Massoud is the last hope of people of Afghanistan who loves freedom and human rights Shawn you are an amazing human being for invited Ahmad Massoud to your show.

[tylerhrenko]

Just a few minutes in and the Commander might be one of the most well spoken, eloquent guests I’ve seen interviewed. In general not just on the SRS. This man is more diplomatic than our countries own emissaries and politicians

[Jbevohorn]

As a veteran I apologize that our leadership abandoned you. I’m so sorry. This hurts still.

[bonsaiminarai]

This man is a freaking treasure!! Remember his words every time you hear a boast about “I got us out of Afghanistan”

[Khan-sgrh]

as an Afghan, I wanna confirm the integrity of his words and that he will be our future leader inshallah.

[MattCosta-zwqu]

it must be one fuck of a feeling to wake up one morning and realize your little YouTube show has turned into one of the only pillars of Truth left .. all of this has been amazing thank you so much for doing what you do and God bless and get behind those good people of Afghanistan

[Arthur-sfcn]

This guy is more American than most.
He loves Freedom.

[Robbie]

As a female veteran having also served as a contractor in Afghanistan in 2010, the Commander saying we have nothing to apologize for brought me to tears.

I signed and donated to the petition. We need the truth and to make amends for the wrongs our government committed against Massoud and his followers.

[YasminFarhat-gi]

As an Afghanistanian I appreciate it, Mr Shawn you are such a hero and great man that I have ever seen, And may Allah save you and Mr Massoud ❤❤

[rezaalli]

Shawn, whether or not you read/see this; as a first generation American-Afghan, it’s truly heartwarming and a relief to see this interview take place. I’ve never commented on any video before but am proud to make this one as it’s one that brought tears. Afghanistan and its people are unlike any, esp. compared to its neighbors.

As a long time listener, it’s so gratifying to witness the support of fellow Americans to understanding the true nature/spirit of the Afghan people. The pain the diaspora felt in August 2021, was a pain of the heart. The pain of knowing you were lucky to have made it out, only to see the children who weren’t fortunate enough, suffer is one of the gut wrenching feelings of helplessness. Hearing Cmdr. Ahmad Massoud describe the pain of the people in country, was head on.

Thank you Shawn, for sharing our story, caring to understand, and for listening. Afghanistan and Afghans are wildly misunderstood. Thank you for giving a glimpse inside the hearts of a world that exists only in the memory our parents know, that of a country that once was. I just hope everyone who watches this sees the same.

God bless

[bigwillystyle]

The fact He took this interview Shows us and reaffirms Shawn that he is making an impact. As well as becoming and arrivied as a true Journalist that has a pulse on the climate. Thank you Shawn for being our voice in that chair.

[armapedia]

This is by far, one of the most amazing podcasts I have seen in the last 4 years. speechless, congratulations for making this happen Shawn