How Dangerous is Iraq for Americans?

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    How Dangerous is Iraq for Americans?

Komentáře • 404

  • @SmallBrainedAmerican
    @SmallBrainedAmerican  Před rokem +67

    Anything in this video surprise y'all? 🤔

    • @user-fs6mw7rv1w
      @user-fs6mw7rv1w Před rokem +1

      That is Normal in iraq 😐😁

    • @try2justbe
      @try2justbe Před rokem +47

      That you were willing to hear and share the truth about the American invasion of Iraq! Thank you for sharing. I guess you're not small brained at all.

    • @SmallBrainedAmerican
      @SmallBrainedAmerican  Před rokem +16

      @try2justbe lol thank you brother

    • @SmallBrainedAmerican
      @SmallBrainedAmerican  Před 10 měsíci +6

      @@user-ie6bi8wv3v thank you brother happy to do it

    • @reyashvishwa
      @reyashvishwa Před 9 měsíci +3

      not a surprise but, thanks for not calling it 'Chai-tea'

  • @P-KopSlayer
    @P-KopSlayer Před 9 měsíci +156

    That guy with mustache just wanted to play some domino 😅.

    • @iamdisgusted
      @iamdisgusted Před 2 měsíci +7

      He had a beautiful mustache. Can't lie

    • @Katyusha666
      @Katyusha666 Před měsícem +6

      ​@@iamdisgusted I lowkey have a crush on him 😭

    • @iamdisgusted
      @iamdisgusted Před měsícem +3

      @@Katyusha666 oh, I totally understand.

    • @mauriciohiure2192
      @mauriciohiure2192 Před měsícem +1

      ​@@Katyusha666don't blame you, iraqis are a good looking bunch

  • @suf6716
    @suf6716 Před 5 měsíci +78

    When Ali said,"terrorist mentality is either you're with us or against us"...oh dear America

  • @nancysaumure9804
    @nancysaumure9804 Před rokem +252

    Your longer interview with Ali was very interesting! Having endured such turmoil in his formative years makes it all the more incredible how well balanced, empathetic, and thoughtful he is.

    • @alineama914
      @alineama914 Před rokem +22

      Thanks ma'am I really appreciate your thoughts 🙏

    • @Adam-pl6vq
      @Adam-pl6vq Před 9 měsíci +26

      @@alineama914 If you are the real Ali from the video, you should start making videos. From a Western standpoint I could listen to you talk about your experiences and your country for hours, your commentary and your comments/view points carry much weight and are very intelligent.

    • @forestrot666
      @forestrot666 Před 2 měsíci +1

      As someone who was probably around his age,in the U.S.,when 9/11 all occured, but in two different countries, I cannot image what he went through as we both grew to understand the level of it all.

  • @stevenjohnsrud4655
    @stevenjohnsrud4655 Před 11 měsíci +187

    I was in Iraq in 2005 to 2007. The Iraq people were so nice and kind. It was a terrible time, but the people were so brave and strong. They had every reason to complain but did not. The food was amazing and the food from the homes was delicious and served with love even to a stranger. What was done to the country and the people was shameful.

    • @SmallBrainedAmerican
      @SmallBrainedAmerican  Před 11 měsíci +38

      Iraqis really are a different breed . Lovely people

    • @sobhironi
      @sobhironi Před 5 měsíci +1

      Well, unfortunately, if they'd complain, they'd be beat up in prison

    • @Ex_muzzie
      @Ex_muzzie Před měsícem

      @@SmallBrainedAmericanthank you, much appreciated man ❤️❤️❤️

    • @AfiqAziz-ki1kn
      @AfiqAziz-ki1kn Před 28 dny

      Were u a soldier?

  • @joeyf9826
    @joeyf9826 Před rokem +177

    This is a great interview. I wish all Americans could see it.

  • @0nlyRemaining
    @0nlyRemaining Před 9 měsíci +100

    Ali is beyond intelligent, and such a amazing person to listen to.

  • @marlingod
    @marlingod Před rokem +125

    Man, watching this video brought tears to my eyes. My family fled Iraq (to the US) between the 1991 and 2003 invasions, and it's clear that the US Embassy and the general American attitude towards Iraq is negative. It's so important to see people spreading love and sitting side by side with one another. That's something you were able to do in a country that most of the colloquial west would completely discourage you from stepping foot in.
    Wish you all the best

    • @SmallBrainedAmerican
      @SmallBrainedAmerican  Před rokem +10

      Thanks for the love 🙏really means a lot

    • @mr2x137
      @mr2x137 Před 6 měsíci

      youre soft

    • @gamebred5662
      @gamebred5662 Před 6 měsíci +10

      I disagree with you on Americans views about Iraqis. Just about anyone I've ever talked to about them an the war over there know it was bullshit and wrong what our government did to them.

    • @liltifftiff7379
      @liltifftiff7379 Před 4 měsíci

      ⁠​⁠@@gamebred5662all of this!

  • @AmitGupta-ki4bt
    @AmitGupta-ki4bt Před 5 měsíci +48

    Ali seems like a really nice and genuine guy, the world needs more people like him.

  • @RBernier
    @RBernier Před rokem +57

    That guy is awesome. He's a wealth of knowledge

    • @SmallBrainedAmerican
      @SmallBrainedAmerican  Před rokem +24

      Ali is a legend and we're lucky to have sat down with him. I can honestly say I've got a friend in Iraq

    • @Beyondearth8
      @Beyondearth8 Před 14 dny

      @@SmallBrainedAmericanwhat about ahmed 😭🤣

  • @TheNtrLight
    @TheNtrLight Před 2 měsíci +4

    تحيه من ارض كمت لارض اشور وأهلها الابطال، ربنا يوفقكم ويرجع العراق اقوى من الاول واكتر تقدم وازدهار.

  • @TSCoObRa
    @TSCoObRa Před rokem +73

    I am Iraqi and I can support Ali's story n thoughts 100% cuz that's the real thing he spoke.
    We have an old saying which means
    "This country is your home and we are the visitors". Enjoy Iraq to the fullest💜

  • @dancrisafulli7768
    @dancrisafulli7768 Před 5 měsíci +11

    That dude is solid. Maybe the most favorite guy I've seen in your videos.

  • @purpleheart244
    @purpleheart244 Před 4 měsíci +5

    OMG, this Iraqi men Ali are so intelligent and a really great guy 👏👍
    I would like him to be my tour guide in Baghdad 😊

  • @hendricka3029
    @hendricka3029 Před 4 měsíci +7

    Ali is such a soft spoken and intelligent guy. I wish I could meet him one day! Thanks for sharing that experience!

  • @user-en3sf9ji2y
    @user-en3sf9ji2y Před rokem +55

    Omg this was so emotional 😭 how much they have suffered I can't imagine. I hope that from now on there will be only prosperity for Iraq 🙏

    • @SmallBrainedAmerican
      @SmallBrainedAmerican  Před rokem +15

      Yeah and the fact more people didn’t leave is crazy. They must love their homeland

    • @rih.
      @rih. Před rokem +5

      Thanks for your feeling 🤍💔

  • @nikkizai4230
    @nikkizai4230 Před 9 měsíci +24

    The interviewee was on point. On a side note the guy with the mustache taking selfies was hilarious!

    • @neonbootygt
      @neonbootygt Před 7 měsíci +15

      The mustache guy gave some money to the kid that kissed Conner. Awesome dude

    • @ruilopes00
      @ruilopes00 Před 5 měsíci +1

      A few funny things going on in this video on top of Ali's wonderful interview. Great one

    • @wonderfultube6699
      @wonderfultube6699 Před 29 dny

      @@ruilopes00 The mustache guy gave some money to the kid that kissed Conner. Awesome dude

  • @GlobalFolkloreShorts
    @GlobalFolkloreShorts Před 7 měsíci +24

    For some reason this story and openness braught me a little tear! what a gem this guy is.

  • @christopherbusby2243
    @christopherbusby2243 Před 4 měsíci +13

    His friends stache is epic. He didnt grow that thing, it grew him.

  • @yungstaxxx6095
    @yungstaxxx6095 Před 6 měsíci +21

    We’re witnessing genuine human connection and compassion right before our eyes.

  • @richardchang40
    @richardchang40 Před 9 měsíci +34

    This man speaks the truth and gives genuine opinion about the Iraqi people and their lives. May peace and happiness be with the people of Iraq.

  • @SeriousJB
    @SeriousJB Před 7 měsíci +33

    damn, Ali is a great person "if youre an extremist, you're dumb" love him for that mentality. doesnt matter what you are as long as you live and let live

  • @lafayette1833
    @lafayette1833 Před rokem +13

    Hi iam Iraqi and i would say Ali have done a very good job. And your questions were good as well.

  • @CristianFerent-yl7yu
    @CristianFerent-yl7yu Před 4 měsíci +8

    That Iraqi guy in front of Ali has a superb moustache. Jesus.

    • @realislam649
      @realislam649 Před 2 měsíci

      They call themselves the crocodiles they are like a community in iraq connected by social media

    • @Beyondearth8
      @Beyondearth8 Před 14 dny

      @@realislam649how come u know this

    • @casiocurious8744
      @casiocurious8744 Před 9 dny

      ​@@Beyondearth8lmao

    • @darknight00h
      @darknight00h Před 6 dny

      They call crocodiles It’s a big group of men the point of their group Is to have men’s look not gay’s look and show the people the braveness of men by standing for other people like In Islam when you want to marry a girl you have to get your family and friends and walk towards her house to show the family that he Is not a fool from the bar but he Is a responsible and good man and all of these people came with him because they believe In him, so some guys don’t have parents or families or enough time to make a group of friends so they ask the crocodiles to come with them and they stand with him after checking his life and personality and reputation.. also the same kind of people need a husband side of people during marriage because It can’t be only a wife side so they come to stand with him with their fancy cars and showing him that he Is not alone, they also give jobs and money or even build houses for homeless people

  • @Vllili
    @Vllili Před 9 měsíci +20

    What is strange is that throughout the video he talks about bad situations during wartime and does not blame America!😊

    • @Last2LP
      @Last2LP Před 4 měsíci +5

      Because there's no gain in blaming America. America did horrible things and is still doing horrible things no doubt about that but Ali seems so level headed that he knows that complaining and blaming America or Saddam wont better life now nor will it bring back the people lost.
      His mindset is to be treasured but sadly not many Iraqis share that sentiment. Cant blame them tho, just imagine other countries if they had to go through what Iraqis suffered. Truly one of the most resilient people.

    • @moldypizza
      @moldypizza Před 4 měsíci +5

      Yeah he does lmao, and he's right to

    • @MrMajsterixx
      @MrMajsterixx Před měsícem

      no point makin the guys feel uncomfortable when everybody knows who did it

  • @detroitfunk313
    @detroitfunk313 Před 4 měsíci +6

    Iraq was pretty kick ass before we wrecked it. Saddam sucked, but that was our fault too. Lots of Iraqis in the Detroit area, they are part of our culture here. Mostly Chaldean.

  • @DeimosPC
    @DeimosPC Před 5 měsíci +13

    I remember being a teenager hearing my Dad say "Tony Blair and George Bush just released pandoras box" when they invaded Iraq. I never knew what he meant by that until I got older. Saddam had everything under control.

  • @HSE_VO
    @HSE_VO Před 4 měsíci +5

    Wow Ali, you are so wonderful. As an Iraqi I loved this video. Thank you for showing this side of Iraq!!

  • @justtiredthings
    @justtiredthings Před 3 měsíci +5

    Your misadventures are a lot of fun, but I think this is one of the best videos you've put out. Thanks for sharing this

  • @ferdinandmartin8345
    @ferdinandmartin8345 Před 4 měsíci +13

    Coming here more than a year later as a German. I feel like I sat with you and Ali at that table. I love these cross culture conversations. Ali seems so genuine. Keep doing what you're doing, both of you.

  • @romaevt546
    @romaevt546 Před 5 měsíci +13

    Everyone should see this interview, great insight. Hope for prosperity and peace for all Iraqis

  • @turki5490
    @turki5490 Před 3 měsíci +1

    ماشاء الله this iraqi brother is so chill, smart, and great thinker 😄 he was just spitting facts after facts and really great talker. great vid. may allah help Iraq and its people, much love from Saudia 🇸🇦🇺🇸🇮🇶

  • @willkeyes8859
    @willkeyes8859 Před 4 měsíci +9

    The more I listen to Muslims from around the world, the more I'm convinced their religion teaches them their amazing values. I'm going to check out Islam and read the Quran.

  • @cullenmitvalsky1516
    @cullenmitvalsky1516 Před rokem +31

    Protect Ali at all costs! That is one cool dude.

  • @Xibalbawaits
    @Xibalbawaits Před 4 měsíci +16

    "if you kill a murderer, you're not reducing number of murderers"
    well said brother ali, well said

  • @somedude6683
    @somedude6683 Před 4 měsíci +5

    3:44 My favorite part of this video...
    *_"American"_* 😄

  • @slightlyambitious
    @slightlyambitious Před 8 měsíci +4

    This deserves so many more views. That gentleman gave a lot insight and a completely different perspective. As you mentioned, we've only been fed one narrative. Thank you for sharing.

  • @VibeXplorer
    @VibeXplorer Před 4 měsíci +7

    What a fascinating and enlightening conversation that is much needed. Ali is a gem. Really puts a human and personal face on the Iraqi people. You asked the questions I would have asked. Thanks for eliciting his story and sharing it with us!

  • @quackersna
    @quackersna Před 6 měsíci +5

    What a cool guy. Loved hearing him speak candidly. What a great experience.

  • @nigelnicholls6168
    @nigelnicholls6168 Před 6 měsíci +3

    Amazing guy,so humble..another brilliant vlog,ty connor

  • @TripDaly_AndiTripDaily
    @TripDaly_AndiTripDaily Před 4 měsíci +3

    Wow, this nearly brought me to tears at the end. Such beautiful people, home boy with the rad mustache all taking selfies while am deep into the story telling. I loved it, i'd much like to meet my fellow human beings.

  • @jaredauger6046
    @jaredauger6046 Před 5 měsíci +2

    The little boy kissing you really caught me off guard lol.

  • @m.s682
    @m.s682 Před 6 měsíci +4

    This interview made me cry these ppl are so incredibly amazing and resilient so humble and loving, breaks my heart what has and is going on over their right now 💔 😢

  • @stoup8778
    @stoup8778 Před 6 měsíci +1

    I appreciate you allowing Ali to share his story and perspective. Really eye opening

  • @RasputiaInYourMom
    @RasputiaInYourMom Před 7 měsíci +11

    its so beautiful to see how nice and welcoming people are especially when it juxtaposes what the media has been saying about iraq. keep doing these vids!

  • @jay1645
    @jay1645 Před 5 měsíci +7

    Eyeopener and may the people of Iraq have all the joy and happiness they can possibly get. Hearing Ali was also enlightening.

  • @mobe3006
    @mobe3006 Před 4 měsíci +1

    I love your honest to goodness videos. It's totally honest and raw.

  • @Maja_boo
    @Maja_boo Před 4 měsíci +3

    Love hearing Ali speak - thanks for showing a more real side of Iraq than news tells people. I can feel the love in this culture.

  • @carlagraca6022
    @carlagraca6022 Před 5 měsíci

    Very touching video!

  • @brianjensen7977
    @brianjensen7977 Před 7 měsíci +20

    i've only been to one arab country - Morocco - and am not surprised that Iraqis are so friendly. muslims seem to generally be wonderful people. can't wait to see more of their countries.

    • @BizzBizz69
      @BizzBizz69 Před 5 měsíci +6

      May the Almighty increase you and bless you for your kind words. Ameen

    • @TravelwithRia92
      @TravelwithRia92 Před 5 měsíci

      thank you.

    • @azizkash286
      @azizkash286 Před 5 měsíci +5

      Read about Islam and hospitality. Our religion Islam orders us to be hospitable to whoever no matter what. The Muslims who don't provide give hospitality are HEAVILY frowned upon

  • @cheez6934
    @cheez6934 Před 6 měsíci +4

    Ali is a lot like a boss I had back in 2015 who escaped Iraq as a wartime refugee and came to California. Was one of the kindest persons I will ever meet! أحب كثيرا أخي

  • @aevalatmidnight2
    @aevalatmidnight2 Před 6 měsíci +4

    Lovely people there . Thank you for introducing them

  • @omrmls
    @omrmls Před 5 měsíci

    This is one of your best videos! You should interview more people from the countries you visit, it's interesting to see how different people think etc.

  • @HE360_Games
    @HE360_Games Před 5 měsíci +5

    One of my best friends from college was from Iraq. And this video brings me back one of he greatest times I had in college.

  • @LoDart210
    @LoDart210 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Those little cut away shots of you guys just playing dominos and drinking tea was really cool. If they were like a few seconds longer they would have been really great transitions between questions. Glad to have stumbled upon your channel. Keep it up man!

  • @jamie9295
    @jamie9295 Před 4 měsíci

    A real eye opener - keep up the great work guys. 👍

  • @mobe3006
    @mobe3006 Před 4 měsíci +1

    This is very insightful.

  • @Mikecrite
    @Mikecrite Před 6 měsíci +1

    Awesome content, great guy and wonderful people in Iraq. Thank you for shedding light on this country. Would love to visiti

  • @PortGasDsunny
    @PortGasDsunny Před 5 měsíci +3

    the little kid who gave you a kiss so wholesome

  • @risingson7773
    @risingson7773 Před 4 měsíci

    Awesome vid and channel dude. Cheers.

  • @deardaughter
    @deardaughter Před 4 měsíci

    What a good guy and good interview. Great work.

  • @charliejackson6192
    @charliejackson6192 Před 4 měsíci +3

    This Iraqi dude is fucking brilliant. Love his outlook on life

  • @fostexfan160
    @fostexfan160 Před 8 měsíci +2

    What a gentleman Ali is. Some great insight there

  • @tremblence
    @tremblence Před 5 měsíci +1

    Great content
    Your channel has great video, no filler crap with weird gimmicky clickbait top ten bullcrap
    Straight unedited footage good stuff

  • @melisacelese2785
    @melisacelese2785 Před 4 měsíci +2

    One amazing story after another, and slowly we grow and learn. Through your amazing adventures

  • @KlymatixTV
    @KlymatixTV Před 3 měsíci +2

    at 6:32 the legend in the back with the mustache gets rid of that kid....lol

  • @debbief9861
    @debbief9861 Před 2 měsíci

    Fantastic video.

  • @johndoe-is2fw
    @johndoe-is2fw Před 6 měsíci +1

    Man you have to decide what videos to make from your footage.
    I love that this video was made.

  • @articles2757
    @articles2757 Před 5 měsíci +2

    6:15 that kiss and reaction is just out of this world! haha love it -LOL

  • @flexonya4597
    @flexonya4597 Před 2 měsíci +1

    I love how welcoming Iraqi people are. I want to visit soon and experience the great food and culture

  • @JamesDavid-hw2gp
    @JamesDavid-hw2gp Před 2 dny

    U nailed it very good man bro stay blessed always

  • @tjk355
    @tjk355 Před 4 měsíci +2

    These videos have opened my eyes on Irag and its people.

  • @zoharflax6363
    @zoharflax6363 Před 4 měsíci

    Man this is such a powerful testimony shared. May all good come to Ali in this life and the next.

  • @sh.a.3333
    @sh.a.3333 Před 5 měsíci +7

    Very interesting vlogs, thanks!🙏❤I immigrated to Canada from the Middle East a few years ago, but Ali's English (who has not even left Iraq) is already better than mine!🥲 How on earth did he learn to speak english so fluently without leaving Iraq?

    • @KatyB-ss7ud
      @KatyB-ss7ud Před 4 měsíci

      His use of Dude in conversation…

  • @MoMaCaniRakun
    @MoMaCaniRakun Před rokem +7

    I love iraqi people from an Albanian background, btw the little kid at 6:20 blurred the camera, LOL 😂

  • @bluenavy22
    @bluenavy22 Před 7 měsíci +4

    what a humble person...

  • @lizzieco1617
    @lizzieco1617 Před 7 měsíci +4

    Ali’s insight and intelligence (not to mention English) are mind blowing.

  • @beachtrash
    @beachtrash Před 11 měsíci +5

    "You're either with us or again us" -g. Bush.
    I would love to have a conversation with this man. Inshalllah we will one day.
    God bless my friends.

  • @kennethcastillo2311
    @kennethcastillo2311 Před 5 měsíci +2

    Restored my faith in humanity, I love you all. Anything for my fellow humans

  • @Agesilaus.88
    @Agesilaus.88 Před 3 měsíci +7

    I feel so sorry for Iraqis, what was done to their country is unforgivable.

  • @dragonore2009
    @dragonore2009 Před rokem +10

    I was in Iraq in 2004, giving the videos I see now, it looks a whole lot better.

  • @boimratono9209
    @boimratono9209 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Thank you for the though questions to Ali. God bless Iraqi people.

  • @kipbellington6960
    @kipbellington6960 Před 5 měsíci

    Im glad i subscribed to u bro, actual real guy and i appreciate u showing the media isnt always right and the propaganda ❤

  • @edgregory1
    @edgregory1 Před 10 měsíci +2

    @ 00:59 Ali did his Dr. Evil impression with the pinky finger included.

  • @imwatchingyousleep4636
    @imwatchingyousleep4636 Před 5 měsíci +1

    Ali's perspective is so deep. God bless Ali.

  • @erbauungstutztaufgnade1875
    @erbauungstutztaufgnade1875 Před 7 měsíci

    Very touching. Really sad what the bro on the right had to go through. Beautiful interview.

  • @seanali1834
    @seanali1834 Před rokem +11

    Ali is awesome, I am Iraqi and I live in the states now. I was part of the IOF and can relate to all what he said.

  • @Muzikman127
    @Muzikman127 Před 9 měsíci +2

    This was a really great interview, what an interesting guy. I wish more people would see this!!

  • @baller15g
    @baller15g Před 6 měsíci +1

    Great videos, feels like they are suppressed.

  • @IgorBozoki1989
    @IgorBozoki1989 Před 9 měsíci +2

    In Serbia we also use chai for tea, but we write it čaj.

  • @johnharlan5111
    @johnharlan5111 Před 6 měsíci +2

    I would love to talk and learn more from that man. We need more people like him. If I had the money if like to travel back to the middle East an interact with real people. Last time I traveled I was rucked up.

  • @cameronpickard7456
    @cameronpickard7456 Před 6 měsíci +1

    this guys so solid

  • @n8rm
    @n8rm Před 8 měsíci +5

    "Anything for a fellow human being" .......ain't that the truth!!

  • @KoolWooDidIt
    @KoolWooDidIt Před 9 měsíci +5

    Dude with the stash looks annoyed af 😂

  • @user-hp9wx6lq1b
    @user-hp9wx6lq1b Před 4 měsíci

    Backpacking hippie tours of the countries what a newsflash that is

  • @yk303kk
    @yk303kk Před 3 měsíci +1

    Travel vlogs have changed my view on middle east countries

  • @martingrzanna2005
    @martingrzanna2005 Před 4 měsíci

    must watch of a video. Makes me feel blessed to live in a country that didnt have war in 80 years

  • @123AgeVerify
    @123AgeVerify Před 5 měsíci

    Great video, the crips and bloodz comparison was weird though. I know it didnt come directly from you

  • @lute1986
    @lute1986 Před měsícem

    As a combat veteran who was in Iraq in 06-07 thank you for this video. It’s incredible to see the hospitality and resilience of the Iraqi people and to hear stories about the war I was in from their perspective.

  • @cozyflannel
    @cozyflannel Před 5 měsíci +1

    Impossible not to love this dude