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World leaders express resounding support for new deal on refugees at UN General Assembly
Countries hosting large numbers of refugees join UNHCR and World Bank in support of ambitious model to respond to displacement crises.
Syrian refugees face harsh winter as funding falls short
UNHCR needs US$270 million to ensure that the most vulnerable Syrians uprooted by war do not go without vital protection and assistance this year.
New hope for pensioners struggling to survive in Ukraine
Landmark court ruling is expected to help restore state retirement benefits to elderly people caught up in Eastern Ukraine conflict.
Afghan refugees share hopes and fears with UN refugee and relief chiefs
In visit to Pakistan, UNHCR's Filippo Grandi and OCHA's Mark Lowcock urge more investment in refugee-hosting areas and highlight need for greater stability in Afghanistan.
In Afghanistan, UN refugee and relief chiefs call for urgent increase in international support
UNHCR's Filippo Grandi and OCHA's Mark Lowcock visit Kabul as the nation nears four decades of conflict and faces growing humanitarian needs.
'Start by showing us that the peace is serious'
A delegation of South Sudanese refugees tells the country's leaders what they expect from revived peace talks in Sudan.
Iran needs more help to support Afghan refugees - UNHCR chief
Filippo Grandi, UN High Commissioner for Refugees, commends progress in documentation, education, livelihoods and health for Afghans in Iran.
UNHCR chief meets Lebanese officials after three-country Syria tour
Filippo Grandi says that factors preventing voluntary refugee return must be addressed, and holds constructive discussions with senior Lebanese officials.
Humanitarian aid still the top priority in Syria - UNHCR chief
On visit to Syria, Filippo Grandi discusses factors influencing refugees' return and says urgent needs of war-torn country's population must be met.