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How one boy's death pricked consciences around Europe
The death of three-year-old Alan Kurdi had more impact on public opinion and politicians than the enduring misery of hundreds of thousands. Chris Morris on how the picture of Alan's lifeless body on a beach in Greece galvanised Europe into action.
Photo: Alan and his brother Galib, in happier times.
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