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Soaked and hungry Rohingya refugees seek shelter in Bangladesh
An estimated 313,000 men, women and children fleeing violence in Myanmar overwhelm relief capacity in Bangladesh.
Displaced children tell of suffering in DRC's Kasai
UNHCR estimates that 1.4 million people have been displaced as a result of conflict in the previously peaceful region.
Rohingya take to the sea in search of safety in Bangladesh
An estimated 164,000 men, women and children have fled violence in Myanmar's northern Rakhine state in the past two weeks, many in fishing boats.
Voices from the ground: Rohingya refugees flee to Bangladesh
UNHCR spokesperson Vivian Tan describes the desperation of refugees escaping violence in Myanmar.
UNHCR Nansen Refugee Award runners-up transform lives
Between them, those shortlisted for this year's prestigious humanitarian award have helped thousands uprooted from their homes and forced to flee.
Shelter urgently needed for Rohingya fleeing Myanmar violence
Officials warn of 'true crisis' as an estimated 73,000 Rohingya seek safety in already strained Bangladesh refugee camps.
Costa Rica gives refugees opportunities to succeed
UN Refugee Chief Filippo Grandi highlights the government's efforts to give those fleeing conflict and persecution a chance at productive lives.
High Commissioner's message on the occasion of Eid Al Adha
Mother of 13 recalls horror of Telafar escape
Family endures arduous three-day trek to escape battle for control of Iraqi city, while thousands more remain trapped by fighting.