Jalal Noory was just a child when he escaped the Afghan civil wars following the Soviet invasion of his country, Afghanistan in 1979.
He ended up in Ukraine and it became his second home where he built a new life.
Almost 25 years later he woke up witnessing the Russian invasion of Ukraine and he only had two options: ''to defend or die.''
Rehana Popal is the first female of Afghan descent to become a barrister in England and Wales.
The 31-year-old came to the UK as a child refugee, with her mum and three older siblings.
Now she dedicates her time to helping Afghans who worked for the British armed forces during the war in Afghanistan.
The Japanese are notorious for not granting asylum or refugee status to those who come from countries at war or face imprisonment for their decent against an authoritarian government. Pyae Lyan Aung will literally spend years in immigration dentition awaiting the outcome of his application. Which, if past is prolog will be denied no matter the dangers he may face upon his return to Myanmar. As an example less than 20 people were granted refugee status last year. I can't remember the last time a person was granted asylum.
A trip to Japan for a 2022 World Cup qualifier is going to last much longer than expected for a member of Myanmar's national soccer team.
Pyae Lyan Aung, Myanmar's back-up goalkeeper, has refused to return home and is seeking asylum in Japan, according to the Associated Press. The Japanese government is reportedly considering the request, which occurs amid a turbulent time in Myanmar following a military coup.
Pyae Lyan Aung took part in Myanmar's 10-0 loss against Japan late last month, and drew attention with a three-fingered salute that has become a symbol of opposition to the coup in Myanmar.
