In the heart of war-torn Syria, Bashra Al Zuu found her escape not in flight alone but in the transformative power of sport. In 2012, with her mother and seven siblings, she fled Southern Syria just after the war's残酷 inception. Fast forward 12 years, and Bashra's life has undergone a remarkable transformation, with sport playing a pivotal role in her journey.
In a world marred by wars, persecution, and violence, the United Nations reports a staggering statistic: over 120 million people have been uprooted from their homes. That's one in every 69 individuals on our planet. Amidst this darkness, however, a flicker of hope shines brightly through the resilience and courage of 37 athletes competing at the Paris Olympics as part of the largest refugee team since its inception at the Rio games in 2016.