Ahmad Shah Massoud | Unisex eco-friendly hoodie

Material: 85% organic combed ring-spun cotton, 15% recycled polyester

Fit: relaxed

Fabric weight: 281.42 g/m²

Fitted sleeves

The fabric of this product is certified for its organic cotton content.

Sizing advice: this style runs large for the European market. Choose one size smaller than your usual size and consult the size guide.

Joy Hanoun brings light and colour to the celebrated portrait of Ahmad Shah Massoud, the “Lion of Panjshir”. She draws inspiration from a photograph by Reza, the French-Iranian photojournalist who was close to the commander.

Through her artistic interpretation, Joy transforms shadows into colours, lending renewed intensity to his presence. A burst of colour to make this face timeless.

THE LION OF PANJSHIR
AHMAD SHAH MASSOUD (1953–2001) – AFGHANISTAN

Ahmad Shah Massoud, born on 2 September 1953 in Afghanistan, was an Afghan military commander and political leader. Known as the “Lion of Panjshir”, he played a crucial role in the struggle against the Soviet occupation and the Taliban.

Beyond his military achievements, Massoud was among the first to alert the international community to the dangers of religious terrorism. A political visionary, he anticipated the rise of Islamist radicalism long before the attacks of 11 September 2001.

His assassination in 2001 deprived the world of a courageous leader. His legacy endures as a symbol of resistance to oppression and a warning about the global threats posed by terrorism.