Stories

As war rages at home, Syrians seek refuge in Egypt

Around 118,000 Syrians have sought asylum in Egypt, where ruthless smugglers target those wearied by delays.

2 Nov 2016

Photography student from Mosul focuses lens on new life in Finland

Within months of escaping, Iraqi refugee and photography student Ahmed Alalousi enjoyed three exhibitions and made a video with a Finnish rapper.

28 Oct 2016

Syrian family reunited in Germany after nightmare flight

After a three-month odyssey to join her husband, including giving birth to twins in a Serbian hospital, Fatima Khalouf found sanctuary in a German village.

26 Oct 2016

Afghan garden keeps idle hands busy, produces food for hosts

A small vegetable garden produces tomatoes, aubergines and a way for people seeking asylum to help local families on Lesvos.

24 Oct 2016

Rohingya all-rounder shines at Malaysia learning centre

Despite a bumpy start in school, Ishak has persevered with his studies to become a football star, a straight A-student and the first person in his family to complete his education.

20 Oct 2016

Residents of eastern Ukraine return home to find ruins

Insecurity still lingers in rural Luhansk as many of those who fled go back to shattered homes, hardship and an uncertain future.

20 Oct 2016

Hungarian volunteers offer warm welcome for refugees

Meals, advice, shelter -- and smiles -- provided to those fearing only cold shoulders.

19 Oct 2016

Art therapy helps a boy who fled war keep the nightmares at bay

Conflict in Colombia killed Miguel's* grandmother and drove his family into exile. Now therapy in Montreal helps him manage fear and anxiety.

10 Oct 2016

Refugees and asylum-seekers sign up to offer warm welcome in Germany

A German program is encouraging refugees and asylum-seekers to volunteer their time and welcome fellow new arrivals.

5 Oct 2016