Meet the Accidental Editor in Chief of Muslim Media
Ameer Al-Khatahtbeh, a Palestinian journalist, has become a prominent figure in Muslim media with his platform @Muslim, which boasts over 12 million followers. Initially created to address the impact of Donald Trump's Muslim ban, the platform has evolved to provide digestible news for a diverse audience. Al-Khatahtbeh's approach combines humor and serious discussions, making it a significant voice for the global Muslim community.
- ▪Ameer Al-Khatahtbeh runs @Muslim, which has over 12 million followers across various platforms.
- ▪The platform was launched in response to the effects of Donald Trump's Muslim ban on students.
- ▪During the COVID-19 lockdown, @Muslim's follower count surged as it provided a space for celebration and worship.
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Carla SertinCultureJun 2, 2026 5:00 AMMeet the Accidental Editor in Chief of Muslim MediaAmeer Al-Khatahtbeh was just trying to find an outlet for Muslim news. Now he has more than 12 million followers.ILLUSTRATION: WIRED MIDDLE EAST STAFFCommentLoaderSave StorySave this storyCommentLoaderSave StorySave this storyAt 1 am during Ramadan, Palestinian journalist Ameer Al-Khatahtbeh sits shoulder to shoulder in a packed Yemeni coffee shop in New York, the kind of place that comes alive after evening prayer. Everyone is loud, heavily caffeinated, and happy to be out. His phone buzzes. Breaking news: Israel strikes Tehran.He looks up at his friends, then builds a post and hits Publish. “Did you just post?” they ask.
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