Ahmed came to Lebanon with his parents two years ago. Last year, when relatives were killed in Syria, his parents returned for the funerals. They were unable to get back. He is desperate to see them. "The other boys tease me because I take my phone everywhere in case my mother calls. I just want to talk to her."
The Forgotten Millions - Ahmed's story
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