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War strands Yemenis in Egypt, separated from their families

Thousands of Yemenis desperate to see their loved-ones again are trapped in Egypt, and running out of resources

UNHCR disappointed by scenes of violence at Idomeni

Tension at European borders harms refugees and Europe's image alike, says spokesperson

"We have opened a door that we cannot shut" - church and mosque unite

Business project to provide refugees accommodation could set an example for inter-faith cooperation worldwide

Slump hurts refugee schools in Kurdistan region of Iraq

Teachers at refugee camps in Iraq's only autonomous region have not been paid for months, threatening education for displaced children.

Attack on care home brings new dangers for refugees in Yemen

More than a quarter of a million benefit from the poor Gulf state's generosity but deteriorating security is having a traumatic effect on the refugee population

Guitars from Malawi camp hit right note with musicians around the world

Hidden among the dirt footpaths of Dzaleka refugee camp, Patron Palushong can be found carving his signature product.

Chad fishing project gives Nigerian refugees a lifeline

UNHCR backed programme benefits 100 Nigerian refugees, giving them food, a small income and something to do.

UNHCR calls for urgent action as Central America asylum claims soar

Athens DNA lab helps trace those lost at sea on Aegean crossing

Mediterranean crisis sees DNA lab in Athens go from dealing with about 30 cases a year on average to as many as 70 in two days.