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A Syrian family's dream of a new life restored
The Moeins were among hundreds of Syrian refugees whose lives were put on hold after an executive order, since stayed, suspended U.S. resettlement.
Fleeing west Mosul by boat to the shelter of a UNHCR camp
Families risk their lives to escape an extremist-held area of Iraq's second-largest city, as UNHCR prepares for fresh exodus.
Syrian refugee couple find new hope and freedom through art
An exhibition of drawings by artists Shergo Musa and Nazli Abdou in Skopje portrays the experiences, hopes and fears of their family and fellow refugees.
Insecurity in Yemen threatens incoming refugees and migrants
UNHCR launches campaign to highlight dangers to thousands of people – most from Ethiopia and Somalia – who continue head to Yemen despite the raging conflict.
Nationality reform a major step towards ending statelessness in Madagascar
UN refugee chief warns against politicizing plight of refugees
Filippo Grandi urges developed countries to show generosity to those fleeing conflict or risk undermining principle of solidarity.
Displacement wave expected if Mosul, Hawiga fighting intensifies
Agency steps up plans to respond to expected spike in numbers fleeing renewed fighting.
Rohingya arrivals in Bangladesh struggle to get back on their feet
Nearly four months after violent incidents drove them from Myanmar to Bangladesh, Rohingya women and children are living precariously with limited assistance and fears of deportation.
UN refugee chief calls for accelerated assistance for Aleppo
Shocked by scale of devastation, Grandi calls for massive investment and for efforts to secure lasting peace.