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Page last updated at 18:29 GMT, Monday, 17 March 2008
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Iraqis who fled abroad

The UN refugee agency believes more than two million Iraqis have fled to neighbouring countries to escape violence in Iraq.

Four Iraqis who left their country speak about their lives and aspirations.

Mustafa

Mustafa
Jordan

"My visa expires later this month - I don't know what to do"

Sawsan al-Dawodi

Sawsan
Egypt

"Every moment is a struggle"
Mohammed

Mohammed
Sweden

"I smuggled myself into Sweden for $15,000"

Mustafa al-Radhi

Mustafa
US

"Thank you America for having me and my family"


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