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Afghan refugees in Syria forced to move on to Romania

Thirty years after they fled their homeland, Muhammad Hussain and his family found themselves caught up in conflict again.

UNHCR's Grandi appalled at suffering of civilians in Syria

Consequences of seven-year conflict represent colossal human tragedy, says UN refugee chief, blaming continued violence on failure of political will.

Q&A: Syria's Eastern Ghouta 'on the verge of major disaster'

UNHCR's Representative to Syria, Sajjad Malik, entered the besieged community with a humanitarian aid convoy and describes the conditions he encountered.

Stars lead celebration of refugee women at London's WOW - Women of the World festival

Women on the Move award winners include a young Egyptian refugee campaigning for education access, and two women championing the rights of vulnerable families in asylum accommodation in Halifax.

Syrian family transfers to mainland after Samos ordeal

UNHCR has been supporting the transfer of vulnerable people from overcrowded island centres to the Greek mainland.

Cate Blanchett meets UNHCR's top woman for International Women's Day

Golden Globe winner Cate Blanchett discusses challenges for women refugees with UNHCR's Kelly Clements.

UNHCR reaffirms its commitment to Age, Gender and Diversity (AGD)

UN Refugee Agency announces updated policy on AGD issues in all aspects of its work.

Statement by Filippo Grandi, United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, to mark International Women's Day

Guatemalan network welcomes those fleeing gang violence

Deputy High Commissioner hails shelters that provide protection for the most vulnerable people on the move in Central America.