Syrian refugee Buschra al-Zoubi joins 37 athletes in Paris Olympics, highlights refugee challenges

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Buschra Al Zoubi, a Syrian refugee, escaped with her family in 2012 and transformed her life through sports. Inspired by Syrian Olympic swimmer Yusra Mardini, Buschra now represents resilience. Thirty-seven refugees, including athletes from South Sudan and Afghanistan, will compete in the Paris Olympics. The UN highlights that a record 120 million people are displaced globally, with increasing barriers in the US and Europe. The refugee team aims to raise awareness about the challenges refugees face.

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