Today, in Afghanistan, a girl will be born. Her mother will hold her and feed her, comfort her and care for her - just as any mother would anywhere in the world. In these most basic acts of human nature, humanity knows no divisions. (Kofi Annan)

Today, in Afghanistan, a girl will be born. Her mother will hold her and feed her, comfort her and care for her - just as any mother would anywhere in the world. In these most basic acts of human nature, humanity knows no divisions.

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