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Iraq Opens Arms To Lebanese Fleeing Israeli Attacks

Israeli bombardment of Lebanon forced Mohammed Fawaz and his family to flee so often that they finally moved many kilometres (miles) away to find respite in central Iraq.

International Business Times · Oct 29, 2024

Refugees Flee Lebanon To Syria Amid Border Crossing Closures

Israeli strikes on Lebanon-Syria border crossings disrupt refugee flow and humanitarian aid, raising concerns over worsening humanitarian crisis.

Destruction of Lebanon-Syria border crossings in Israeli airstrikes creates difficulties

A stream of refugees fleeing Lebanon to Syria have been crossing a narrow makeshift bridge in the Qusair area of Syria’s Homs province since the official border crossing was put out of commission by an Israeli strike two days earlier

The Independent UK · Oct 27, 2024

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Rohingya Refugees Stranded Off Indonesia's Coast Spark Controversy

140 Rohingya Muslims stranded on boat off Aceh coast, facing refusal to disembark. UNHCR and local community providing assistance. Rohingya face discrimina...

Theo James issues warning after seeing impact climate change has on refugees

'White Lotus' star Theo James has shared his experiences after seeing the impact climate change is having on refugees.

BANG Premier · Oct 17, 2024

Coldplay to feature on FC Barcelona shirt in latest Spotify partnership

Coldplay have teamed up with Spotify to launch a new design of the FC Barcelona shirt that features a logo inspired by the new album 'Moon Music' - which will be worn by both the club's men's and women's teams in upcoming games.

BANG Premier · Oct 17, 2024

Spiralling Sudan Bloodshed Sparks Refugee Surge Into Chad

Nearly three million people have fled Sudan after 18 months of war in a still-growing exodus, the UN warned, with 25,000 fleeing to neighbouring Chad in the first week of October alone.

International Business Times · Oct 16, 2024

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Italy Transfers First Group Of Migrants To Albania

Italy transfers first group of migrants to Albania for offshore asylum processing, facing mixed reactions. UNHCR oversees the process. Italy to incur 670 m...

Brazilian nun awarded UN refugee prize

Sister Rosita Milesi runs national network helping refugees across Brazil and has helped shape public policy.

Al Jazeera · Oct 9, 2024

How a Rohingya rape survivor’s abortion became legally complicated

Two weeks ago, Sadia*, a 19-year-old Rohingya asylum seeker in India, was finally able to terminate her pregnancy that resulted from a reported rape that happened in Tripura in June. It cost her 10,000 Bangladeshi Taka (Rs 7,000) to abort in a private hospital in Bangladesh.

Newslaundry · Oct 7, 2024

Visiting UN Refugee Agency Chief Decries 'Terrible Crisis' In Lebanon

UNHCR chief Filippo Grandi arrives in nation to show 'solidarity' with beleaguered nation and to plead for help

International Business Times · Oct 5, 2024

UNHCR Chief Urges International Aid For Lebanon Crisis

Lebanon faces a severe crisis due to Israeli airstrikes, causing mass displacement and casualties. Urgent international action is needed to address the hum...

Over 160,000 People Flee Lebanon To Syria Amid Hostilities

Learn about the escalating humanitarian crisis as 160,000 individuals flee Lebanon to Syria amid ongoing conflict.

Es Devlin’s large-scale choral installation celebrates London’s displaced population

Es Devlin has partnered with UK for UNHCR on a free and open-to-all exhibition, ‘Congregation’, in London from 3-9 October 2024

Wallpaper · Oct 3, 2024

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Salon · Oct 1, 2024

Biden asylum changes pose "grave danger"

President Joe Biden's restrictions on asylum endanger the lives of people fleeing poverty and violence, UNHCR said

Al Jazeera · Sep 30, 2024

‘Cruel’: Biden administration toughens asylum restrictions at US border

Migrant rights advocates slam measures, which will make it more difficult to apply for asylum, as ‘cruel’ and illegal.

Al Jazeera · Sep 30, 2024

Israeli bombardment of Lebanon sends 100,000 fleeing to war-torn Syria: UN

The UN Refugee Agency operates at four crossing points to assist those fleeing Lebanon for safety in Syria.

100,000 People Flee Lebanon To Syria Amid Intense Attacks

100,000 individuals flee Lebanon to Syria due to recent strikes, highlighting urgent need for humanitarian aid.

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Syrian Refugees Fleeing Lebanon As Israel Intensifies Bombardment Campaign

Israel's bombardment in Lebanon displaces Syrian refugees, leaving them vulnerable and lacking shelter. UNHCR reports a tragic situation with civilians str...

The Guardian - UK · Sep 27, 2024

Israel launches massive airstrike on Beirut in apparent bid to kill Hezbollah leader

Six confirmed dead and 91 hurt but other reports claim hundreds killed as sources close to Hezbollah say Hassan Nasrallah is alive

Al Jazeera · Sep 27, 2024

More than 30,000 people crossed into Syria from Lebanon: UN

About half of them were children and adolescents and 80 percent were Syrian nationals, according to UNHCR.

Hezbollah Launches Rockets Into Israel, Escalating Conflict

Escalating conflict between Hezbollah and Israel leads to casualties and destruction in Lebanon, Israel, and Gaza. Pope Francis calls for peace amidst the ...

The Guardian - US · Sep 25, 2024

US and France working on Hezbollah-Israel ceasefire plan – as it happened

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UNHCR Staff Members Killed In Lebanon Amid Israeli Airstrikes

UNHCR mourns loss of staff in Lebanon tragedy, urges peace and protection for civilians amidst ongoing conflict.

UN Warns Of Rising Displacement In Lebanon

UNHCR warns of escalating displacement crisis in Lebanon as tens of thousands flee their homes, prompting urgent humanitarian response.

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