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Manizha Talash: From Olympic protest to a new start

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July 30, 2026

A protest at the Paris Olympics changed Manizha Talash's life. The Afghan breakdancer now faces a legal battle while trying to rediscover her passion for breaking.

Kate Martyr Editor and video producer at DW's Asia Desk and News Digital
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