Badra, epa's refugee Syrian photographer awaits World Press Photo verdict

Istanbul, Apr 10 (EFE/EPA) - (Camera: Ilya U. Topper/Lara Villalón). Syrian photojournalist Mohammed Badra is waiting with bated breath to learn whether one of his images, an unflinching glimpse into the aftermath of an alleged chemical attack, will win the prestigious World Press Photo of the Year award.
There is a catch, the european pressphoto agency staffer will not be attending the ceremony on Apr. 11 in Amsterdam given the restrictions he faces as a refugee in Turkey, where the government grants temporary protection status to Syrians, even those who cross the border illegally, as Badra did.
Editing: Giorgio Taraschi