Summary
An Iraqi family seeking asylum in Europe faced tragedy when their seven-year-old daughter died during a risky boat crossing of the English Channel. After years of moving across Europe and being denied asylum, the family received positive news from a French refugee agency and has since welcomed a new baby. The family had previously lived in Belgium and Sweden and feared returning to Iraq due to safety concerns.
Key Facts
- The Alhashemi family is originally from Iraq and has been seeking asylum in Europe for 15 years.
- They attempted to cross the English Channel from France to England, where their daughter, Sara, tragically died.
- The family was denied asylum in Belgium and later in Sweden, facing possible deportation to Iraq.
- A French refugee agency sent the family a positive email about their asylum status after Sara's death.
- Ahmed and Nour fled Iraq due to personal safety concerns, and their children were born in Europe.
- The family, including their surviving children and a new baby, is currently living in Rouvroy, France.
