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PHOTOS: An Afghan family awaits word on their application for asylum
A flower box reading "Gather Together" at the home of Rohullah Balkhi. (Courtesy)
Aria University in Afghanistan. (Courtesy)
Rohullah Balkhi at a student graduation. (Courtesy)
Rohullah Balkhi during a tour of the Pentagon. (Courtesy)
Rohullah Balkhi's daughter graduates from 8th grade. (Courtesy)
Rohullah Balkhi family photo after Lehigh graduation. (Courtesy)
Rohullah Balkhi at Rotary Club. (Courtesy)
Rohullah Balkhi at on-the-job training for women-owned business. (Courtesy)
The Balkhi family huddle close in their Bethlehem apartment as they await a decision on their application for asylum. They fled their native Afghanistan last summer from the oppressive rule of the Taliban. (Courtesy)
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