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Iran: My Brother Was Only 18

Ashkan Sohrabi was a young 18-year-old who was killed on Saturday, June 20, after being shot by security and Basiji forces.

Elham Sohrabi, his sister, says: He was my younger brother, born in 1989, very smart and full of potential for education and sports. He was extremely kind and compassionate. Despite his young age, he made very wise decisions.

Source: Roozonline, July 1, 2009

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