Youngest Survivor Of Afghan Hospital Massacre Takes Small Steps Toward Recovery

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On May 12, 2020, gunmen stormed the maternity ward of a Kabul hospital, killing and wounding dozens in a shocking attack. Amena Sharifi suffered a gunshot wound just hours after birth, and her mother was killed. One year and two operations later, Amena still needs medical treatment, but her doctors say she is on track to begin walking like any toddler.