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.

2 Sep 2016

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.

1 Sep 2016

UNHCR needs more support to aid Boko Haram displaced - Bono

The U2 leader singer and co-founder of The ONE Campaign warns thousands of children are facing hunger as UN agencies confront funding shortfalls.

30 Aug 2016

UN Refugee Chief: World must act to end South Sudan suffering

During a visit to Uganda, UN High Commissioner for Refugees Filippo Grandi called for action to end the violence in South Sudan that has sent thousands fleeing.

30 Aug 2016

Displaced athletes to make historic debut at Paralympic Games in Rio

For the first time, a team of refugee athletes with disabilities will compete on the world stage.

26 Aug 2016

UNHCR chief says Greece needs EU help to manage its refugee crisis

Filippo Grandi says the Government continues to face serious challenges, particularly if EU countries do not step up relocation and family reunion programmes.

24 Aug 2016

Drums, hugs and tears of joy as refugee Olympians land back in Kenya

Exuberant welcome for South Sudanese track and field athletes who made history at Rio 2016 Games as competitors in first Refugee Olympic Team.

24 Aug 2016

UNHCR prepares for massive displacement from Iraq's Mosul

As the focus of military action turns toward retaking the country's second city, the UN Refugee Agency is stepping up efforts to assist hundreds of thousands more people.

23 Aug 2016

Historic Olympics come to an end in style for Team Refugees

Glittering ceremony marks close of Rio2016 as IOC and UNHCR look to bolster team's legacy.

22 Aug 2016