Mustafa, Author at Pittsburgh's Public Source

"I always wanted to live a tranquil life," writes Mustafa. His journey from his former home in Iraq to his current one in Pittsburgh, however, brought its share of tragedy. (Photo by Ryan Loew/PublicSource)

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From Ramadi to Pittsburgh: How Mustafa persisted through sanctions, bombings, ISIS and personal tragedy

by Mustafa July 9, 2018November 5, 2021

I hope love and prosperity return to Iraq soon. I hope to see my family, relatives and friends find stability.