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Samir Rassoly

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January 20, 2020
Afghan Immigrants Find a Home in Las Vegas

Las Vegas, Nevada is often called ‘Sin City.’ It's known as a place where people behave in more self-indulgent or decadent ways, famously summed up in the saying, "What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas." But some Afghan immigrants who lead quiet religious lives have a different view of this gambling mecca. VOA’s Samir Rassoly visited a few local Afghan businesses and filed this report from Las Vegas.
June 23, 2019
Kabul at Night: Daily Life Steeped in Security Risks

Concrete military walls and police security checkpoints are seen on every corner of Afghanistan’s capital city, Kabul. The robust security presence signals a major effort to protect civilians and government officials from terrorist attacks. But the very real threat of violence, like a suicide attack, doesn't stop Kabul residents from living and enjoying their daily lives. VOA’s Ahmad Samir Rassoly gives us a unique view of a typical night in Kabul.
June 23, 2019
Kabul at Night: Daily Life Steeped in Security Risks

Concrete military walls and police security checkpoints are seen in every corner of Afghanistan’s capital city, Kabul. The robust security presence signals a major effort to protect civilians and government officials from terrorist attacks. But the very real threat of violence, like a suicide attack, doesn't stop Kabul residents from living and enjoying their daily lives. VOA’s Ahmad Samir Rassoly gives us a unique view of a typical night in Kabul.
March 09, 2018
Disabled American, Afghan Soldiers Face Different Realities

Samir Rassoly of VOA’s Afghan Service reports from Atlanta, Georgia on how the level of care differs for wounded American and Afghan soldiers
March 09, 2018
Injured Afghan, American Soldiers Face Different Realities

Disability can be a life-changing experience, particularly for U.S. military personnel injured on duty. But the medical and rehabilitative assistance available for wounded American soldiers can help most find ways to re-integrate into society to deal with the new challenges they face. But the same cannot be said for injured or disabled Afghan soldiers. Samir Rassoly of VOA’s Afghan Service filed this report, narrated by Brian Allen.

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