Two years of political and social crisis in Nicaragua force more than 100,000 to flee
This is a summary of what was said by UNHCR spokesperson Shabia Mantoo – to whom quoted text may be attributed – at today’s press briefing at the Palais des Nations in Geneva. Nearly two years after Nicaragua was plunged into a serious political and social...
UN Refugee Agency steps up COVID-19 preparedness, prevention and response measures
Geneva, 10 March 2020 – The world’s response to the COVID-19 crisis must encompass and focus on all, including those forced to flee their homes. The elderly among the world’s forcibly displaced population are particularly vulnerable, warned today UNHCR, the UN Refugee...
UNHCR, partners seek US$621 million to support DRC refugees and hosting communities
This is a summary of what was said by UNHCR spokesperson Babar Baloch – to whom quoted text may be attributed – at today’s press briefing at the Palais des Nations in Geneva. UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, and its partners are urgently appealing for US$621...