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One year after Palma attacks, thousands continue to flee violence in northern Mozambique
This is a summary of what was said by UNHCR spokesperson Boris Cheshirkov – to whom quoted text may be attributed – at today's press briefing at the Palais des Nations in Geneva. UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, is alarmed by the ongoing violence in northern Mozambique’s...
UNHCR and partners rush aid to thousands in Mozambique after Tropical Cyclone Gombe
This is a summary of what was said by UNHCR spokesperson Boris Cheshirkov – to whom quoted text may be attributed – at today's press briefing at the Palais des Nations in Geneva. UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, alongside Mozambique’s government and humanitarian...
IOM, UNHCR welcome the first flights of refugees out of Moldova to EU Member States
Brussels, 22 March 2022 – UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, and the International Organization for Migration (IOM) welcome the pledges by European Union (EU) Member States and other European States to transfer refugees from Moldova to their territory under the auspices of...
UNHCR condemns deadly attack on displaced people in DR Congo
UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, condemns in the strongest terms the most recent attack against displaced people in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, which took place on 19 March in the village of Gudda, Ituri Province. At least 12 people including children and women...
High Commissioner’s message on the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination
UNHCR is working to dismantle the barriers to opportunities both in our workforce and for refugees, displaced and stateless people.
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UNHCR Canada Magazine
Twice a year, UNHCR Canada publishes a magazine to keep our donors and supporters informed of the latest refugee news in Canada, and in the field.
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With 82.4 million displaced people around the world, there are so many stories to tell. Here, find documentaries, books, and more stories from UNHCR.
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