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UNHCR chief welcomes US leadership over global crisis

During a visit to Chicago, UN Refugee Agency head Filippo Grandi acknowledges Washington's longstanding commitment to resettling refugees.

Growing number of Mozambicans flee to Malawi

Number of Mozambicans seeking refuge in Malawi swells to almost 10,000 as people flee to avoid the increasing violence in their home villages.

More than one million refugees travel to Greece since 2015

UNHCR says latest milestone an urgent reminder of need for more coordinated approach to manage influx.

'Refugees' and 'Migrants' - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

UNHCR Special Envoy calls for leadership to address Syria crisis

Angelina Jolie Pitt urges governments to show leadership on Syrian and wider global refugee crisis during visit to Lebanon.

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