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Displaced three times, but retired Ukraine teacher stays upbeat
Eighty-five-year-old Vira is among thousands of vulnerable elderly people snared in the conflict in eastern Ukraine, their lives turned upside down.
Mobile connectivity a lifeline for refugees, report finds
New study by UNHCR and Accenture finds mobile phone and internet access is as critical to refugees' safety and security as food, shelter and water.
UNHCR Special Envoy urges action to solve Syria crisis
Angelina Jolie Pitt called on world leaders to find a solution to the Syrian conflict during visit to Syrian refugees in Jordan.
Displaced Syrian swimmer makes a splash at 2016 Paralympic Games
While Ibrahim Al-Hussein did not make it through to the final of the 100 metre freestyle, competing at the 2016 Paralympic Games was a "dream come true."
Cate Blanchett video highlights what refugees take when they flee
UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador heads top cast in exclusive Facebook film to promote UN Refugee Agency's #WithRefugees campaign.
Displaced athletes make historic debut at Paralympic Games in Rio
Ibrahim Al-Hussein leads Independent Paralympic Athletes Team into the Maracanã Stadium behind the flag of the International Paralympic Committee.
UN Summit seen as "game changer" for refugee and migrant protection
UN General Assembly September 19 Summit Addressing Large Movements of Refugees and Migrants is set to adopt key commitments to enhance protection.
Since Alan Kurdi drowned, Mediterranean deaths have soared
So far this year, the pace of drownings has only increased, setting 2016 on track to become the deadliest on record for those attempting to cross the Mediterranean.
UNHCR chief pledges more support for Turkey refugee response
During visit to Ankara, Filippo Grandi says he will continue to advocate for more international backing, including increased funding and refugee resettlement.