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The sacristy, a tiny room next to the altar, is packed with bad memories. Dozens of worshipers sought refuge here as terrorists laid siege to the church. Many were gunned down, or killed by grenades, leaving behind blood-stained hand prints on the walls. Natiq, as well as his wife and child, were among them.

Today, Our Lady of Salvation Church is adorned with the engraved names of those who were murdered on that day - 51 congregants and two priests.

The attack left Anwar partially blinded, his right arm badly injured.

Eyes half closed, he looks towards a new addition ...