Full interview: Afghan girls robotics team recounts escape from Kabul, desire to continue education
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Somaya Faruqi and Ayda Hayderpoor speak to NBC News’ Richard Engel about their experience leaving Afghanistan amid the Taliban takeover, as well as their motivation to continue their education. “When I fix something, I feel free -- I feel powerful,” Somaya told Engel.Aug. 23, 2021
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