Earthquake survivors in Türkiye count the devastating toll

Ahmet Erkan and his family escaped last month's disaster with their lives, but like many they lost loved ones and their home and now face a long and uncertain road to recovery.

Twelve years on, Syrian refugees face deepening debt and hunger

As their displacement drags on and host countries struggle with multiple crises, Syrian refugees around the region are slipping further into poverty.

UNHCR launches new appeal for Afghan refugees and hosts, urging partners to stay the course

Visiting earthquake-ravaged areas of Türkiye and Syria, UNHCR's Grandi urges more support for survivors trying to rebuild

I had to flee for my education, but refused to leave other Afghan girls to their fate

With women and girls in my homeland denied their right to study, I used technology to deliver education across borders. On International Women's Day, I call on global actors to take a stand for Afghan girls' right to education.

Former refugee, now volunteer teacher, helps other Afghan girls get an education

After spending her early years in Pakistan, Sahar graduated in Afghanistan and now devotes her time to ensuring girls can get an education despite growing restrictions.

UNHCR, IOM welcome Spain's expedited resettlement of Syrian refugees from Türkiye in earthquake aftermath

In Romania, Ukraine's refugees build new lives while longing for home

When war broke out in Ukraine, Ekaterina and her young son fled to Romania. Moved by the public support they received, she is rebuilding her life and making new friendships.

House repairs restore hope for Ukrainian family after year of turmoil

Four generations of the Humennyy family shared a home badly damaged by fighting, before repairs by UNHCR provided a safe sanctuary amid the ongoing war.