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Uganda launches major refugee verification operation
With the support of UNHCR, government officials are using biometric data to verify more than 1 million refugees in the country.
'Tusk force' set up to protect refugees and elephants in Bangladesh
UNHCR and the International Union for Conservation of Nature are working together to mitigate incidents between elephants and humans in the world's largest refugee settlement.
Children face new perils in Ugandan refugee settlements
Dozens of unaccompanied or separated children fleeing the war in South Sudan have arrived in Uganda every day.
Bangladeshi farmers shelter Rohingya refugees
Witnessing the plight of refugees from Myanmar, smallholders have given them land to build temporary shelters and start over.
Ukraine conflict hits home for elderly couple
Sergei and his wife were forced to dismantle a shell that hit their home, amidst a conflict that has internally displaced over 1.5 million people.
Refugee family renews century-old ties on Crete
After fleeing the conflict in Syria with his family, Ahmed has rediscovered his roots on the Greek island of Crete.
Uprooted refugees plant trees to rebuild Uganda's forests
Refugees, Ugandans and their government are working together to save the environment.
Eritrean finds home in Italy after trauma in Libya
Asmorom is one of around 80 refugees who undertook the dangerous journey to Europe via Libya, after being relocated by Israel.
German scheme eases refugee teachers back into class
A ground-breaking programme at Potsdam University makes use of the skills and talents of newcomers.