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Syria conflict at five years
The biggest refugee and displacement crisis of our time demands a huge surge in solidarity.
Driven from their land, Syrian farmers scavenge to survive
As Syria's bloody war enters its sixth year, those fleeing violence in conflict affected areas frequently endure poor living conditions.
South Sudan fighting forces thousands to flee
Violence in previously peaceful areas of the country is driving thousands to seek refuge in Democratic Republic of Congo, Central African Republic and Uganda.
Yemeni family reunited in Montenegro after four years apart
Former opposition activist says there were times when he thought he would never see his wife and children again
UNHCR concerned at restrictions on displaced Iraqis in camps
UN Refugee Agency urges authorities in Iraq to ease restrictions on movement for displaced people in camps.
UNHCR expresses concern over EU-Turkey plan
United Nations refugee chief Filippo Grandi warns on legality of blanket returns of anyone from one country to another without spelling out protection safeguards.
Syrian actor's real-life drama has happy ending in Vienna
Theatre's smell of freedom helped Syrian actor find new life in Austria
Doctors face uphill task to treat Syria's mental wounds
Five years of brutal conflict have caused a sharp rise in psychological trauma affecting Syrians, with fewer psychiatrists on hand to treat them.
New survey examines mental health risks for UNHCR staff
UNHCR and Webster University report highlights risks of anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, secondary stress and burn-out among staff.