'Endless fears': Even if fighting stops, the damage to Iran's children will endure
The BBC has been able to obtain testimony from parents and those trying to help children deal with the distress that comes with war.
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"Before the war, I had no stress at all."
— Ali , Activist
"Try to do the things I mentioned to you to create a calmer environment for him."
— Aysha , Activist
"I believe no parent would be willing to bring a child into the world."
— Sadaf Monfared , Other
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The BBC has been able to obtain testimony from parents and those trying to help children deal with the distress that comes with war.
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