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Our newsroom aims to bring you important information from around the world, including breaking news, Canada refugee news, refugee stories, compelling videos, the latest stats and more.
Our frequent updates from our staff in the field, about our work, and the people we help, play an important role in keeping staff, media, the public and our donors informed.
AU, EU and UN push for urgent action to address the pressing needs of migrants and refugees in Libya
The AU–EU–UN Tripartite Taskforce on the Situation of Migrants and Refugees in Libya has called on the international community and Libyan authorities to work together to improve the plight of migrants and refugees in Libya.
UNHCR statement on Bangladesh, Myanmar bilateral pilot project on Rohingya returns
UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, is aware of the visit of a Myanmar delegation to Bangladesh to meet with a group of refugees on a bilateral pilot project between the two countries on possible returns. UNHCR is not involved in these discussions.
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.
Film world shows solidarity with refugees at Oscars and beyond
More than 40 nominees and presenters at this year’s major film awards wore UNHCR’s #WithRefugees blue ribbon, culminating in strong support at 2023 Oscars ceremony.
Across borders, South Sudan’s displaced call for peace
In the face of protracted conflict and climate-fuelled crises, those displaced within and from South Sudan jointly call for an end to conflict.
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.
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