‘If COVID-19 arrives in the camp, it will be devastating’
Rohingya refugee Saidul Hoque describes how life in the refugee settlements in Cox’s Bazar has changed since a lockdown started to halt the spread of the coronavirus.
Afghan refugees: An Urgent Need to Rekindle Hope for Millions
It’s been more than 40 years since Afghans began fleeing violence, war, conflict and natural disasters. Millions of those displaced have suffered deeply and continue to do so. UNHCR is calling on the world not to let hope fade for them. Recently, the UN...
IOM, UNHCR announce temporary suspension of resettlement travel for refugees
As countries drastically reduce entry into their territories owing to the COVID-19 global health crisis, and restrictions around international air travel are introduced, travel arrangements for resettling refugees are currently subject to severe disruptions. Some...
Refugees offer medical experience to help tackle coronavirus crisis in France
Doctors from Libya and Somalia are among refugee medics joining the battle to fight COVID-19 and save lives.
Syria Crisis: 9 Years and Worsening
Bombed, freezing to death and scrambling to survive in ruins and rubble, close to one million Syrians have been forced out of homes in north-western Syria’s Idlib and Aleppo in recent months, compounding the already disastrous humanitarian situation in Syria,...
Refugee describes her journey fleeing north-east Syria for safety
As the number of Syrians crossing into the Kurdistan Region of Iraq reaches some 10,000, one new arrival describes the difficult journey, and shares her fears of the coming winter.
Cate Blanchett’s ‘Films of Hope’ to watch on coronavirus lockdown
The actor, director and UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador recommends six movies for homebound film-lovers during COVID-19 crisis.
Staying and delivering for refugees amid COVID-19 crisis
UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, detailed today a series of measures it is taking in its field operations to help respond to the COVID-19 public health emergency and prevent further spread. “I am deeply concerned at this unprecedented pandemic and its impact on...
Intrepid lawyer achieves quest to eradicate statelessness in Kyrgyzstan
Heading out on foot, on horseback and in four-wheel drives, Azizbek Ashurov and his team of lawyers have helped Kyrgyzstan to end statelessness.