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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.

Central American refugees hope to call Mexico City home

As thousands flee violent street gangs for safety in Mexico, UN Refugee Chief Filippo Grandi highlights important new efforts to strengthen integration.

Guatemala offers respite from region's gang violence

In a visit to the Central American nation, UN Refugee Chief Filippo Grandi highlights its emergence as a destination for Salvadoran and Honduran refugees.

UN Refugee Chief honours 'commitment and spirit' of aid workers

On the eve of World Humanitarian Day, Filippo Grandi pays tribute to humanitarians who have lost their lives helping people in need worldwide.

More urgency needed in quest for South Sudan peace - UN Refugee Chief

During a visit to Sudan, Filippo Grandi calls on warring parties, regional states and the international community to do more to end the conflict which has uprooted nearly four million people.

Ramadi and Falluja returnees weigh scale of rebuilding task

UNHCR helps with essential repairs to homes of formerly displaced Iraqis, who say their experience reveals the challenge awaiting Mosul returnees.