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Thousands flee amid fresh violence in Yemen
UNHCR is alarmed at an upsurge in violence that has left more than 85,000 people displaced countrywide since December 2017.
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Refugee crafts take centre stage at world's biggest trade fair
For the first time ever, refugee-made products will go on display at Ambiente, the leading international consumer goods trade show.
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Refugee athlete shares message of peace in South Korea
Refugee Olympic Team athlete Pur Biel, who fled South Sudan, has spoken about the importance of peace ahead of the 2018 Winter Olympics.
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Rohingya refugees on frontline of fight to contain diphtheria
Going shelter to shelter in Bangladesh camps, volunteer community health workers help ensure refugees get access to medical services and treatment.
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UNHCR appeals for US$391 million for 'forgotten' Burundi refugees
Low levels of funding mean support efforts in neighbouring countries fall short of acceptable standards.
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Grandi says South Sudan's leaders must restore peace and hope to 'broken' people
Aid groups appeal for US$1.5 billion for refugees and US$1.7 billion for those in need inside the country in 2018.
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UNHCR releases draft outlining a new global refugee deal
'Zero draft' of the global compact on refugees provides the basis for formal talks with UN Member States in Geneva in February.
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Grandi praises Uganda's 'model' treatment of refugees, urges regional leaders to make peace
UNHCR chief stresses host communities must also benefit from refugee presence with infrastructure improvements
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Angelina Jolie says respect for human rights key to Syria peace
On visit to Jordan's Za'atari refugee camp, UNHCR Special Envoy urges international community to find "principled end to this senseless war."