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‘Every night they are bombarding’: at border crossing, some Iranians are fleeing war and some are heading home

People leaving Iran tell of impact of bombs and internet blackouts, while others are heading the other way to be closer to relatives in peril

The Guardian - UK

Iran war impact on civilians 'profound,' UNHCR chief tells Euronews

The impact for civilians across the region is "profound" and poses a "terrible humanitarian challenge," UN refugee agency chief Barham Salih told Euronews' morning show Europe Today.

Euronews

Refugees, migrants in Lebanon find rare sanctuary from Israeli strikes in Beirut church

When Israeli strikes began pummelling Beirut’s southern suburbs early on Monday, Sudanese refugee Ridina Muhammad and her family had no choice but to flee home on foot, eventually reaching the only shelter that would accept them: a church.

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Ayatollah calls for Trump’s blood in revenge for sunken warship: ‘The US will bitterly regret this’

Senior Iranian cleric Abdollah Javadi Amoli said the sinking of the warship in Sri Lankan waters showed Tehran was ‘on the verge of a great test’

The Independent UK

Iran-US war could lead to the largest refugee crisis in decades, EU warns

European Union Agency for Asylum joins the UN in sharing concerns about the long term consequences of the spiralling conflict

The Independent UK

Meghan Markle Dubbed 'Duchess Wrinkle Pants' after 'Messy' Appearance in Jordan

Meghan Markle's recent visit to Jordan with Prince Harry drew attention for her fashion choices, overshadowing their humanitarian efforts.

International Business Times UK

NGO denounces the detention and torture of Eritrean refugees in Egypt

More than 3,000 Eritrean refugees have been detained in Egypt this year and some have reported sexual violence and torture, a human rights NGO said Monday.

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Diplomacy is still the only viable path to peace in Ukraine, UN refugee chief Barham Salih says

The new head of the U.N. refugee agency says diplomacy is the only realistic path to peace in Ukraine, as humanitarian aid runs short

The Independent UK

From ambassadors to CEOs: The high-profile resignations tied to new Epstein files — check full list

New documents from Jeffrey Epstein's files are causing a stir. These papers detail years of communication linking the disgraced financier to powerful individuals worldwide. While Europe has seen swift consequences like resignations and investigations, the United States has experienced a more subdued reaction. Several prominent figures are facing scrutiny and…

The Times of India

Syria starts evacuating Al-Hol camp housing thousands linked to IS, officials say

Syrian government forces took control of the northeastern camp from the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) last month.

Euronews

The UN says al-Hol camp population has dropped sharply as Syria moves to relocate remaining families

The U.N. refugee agency says residents are leaving Syria’s al-Hol camp in large numbers, and Syrian authorities plan to relocate those who remain

The Independent UK

Relentless rains and floods leave Africa reeling as UN seeks help

Severe flooding has intensified across northern and southern Africa since last October. Extreme rainfall has affected many regions, intensifying sharply in January and leading to widespread emergencies. As the situation continues to unfold, the United Nations is appealing for international assistance.

Radio France Internationale

The first refugee to lead the U.N. refugee agency calls this a 'very difficult moment in history'

The first refugee to lead the U_N_ refugee agency tells The Associated Press that the world faces a “very difficult moment in history.”

The Independent UK

Lifting of US sanctions on Syria could spur refugee returns, UNHCR official says

The UN refugee agency reports that altogether more than 1 million refugees and nearly 2 million internally displaced Syrians have returned to their homes since Bashar al-Assad's fall.

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The Independent UK

Refugee firefighters in Mauritania battle bushfires to give back to the community that took them in

Bushfires are deadly, they can break out in the blink of an eye and last for days in the vast desert of Mauritania

Radio France Internationale

UN to assess refugee strategy, funding at global forum

The United Nations will appraise its policies on refugees during the Global Refugee Forum opening Monday in Geneva. This move is due to an increase in armed conflict, the politicisation of asylum law and cuts to international aid.

The Independent UK

Iraqi ex-president Salih on track to lead UN refugee agency and take over from Grandi, letter says

Former Iraqi President Barham Salih is on track to become the next head of the U.N. refugee agency

The Independent UK

Why Somali migrants may still aim for US despite travel restrictions

Somalia's international airport was filled with anticipation on a recent morning as 165 migrants were repatriated from Libya

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The Guardian - UK

Uganda stops granting refugee status for Eritreans, Somalis and Ethiopians

Government once seen as progressive on migration says aid cuts to blame for excluding countries ‘not experiencing war’

The Guardian - UK

Number of refugees allowed to settle in UK under UN schemes falls 26% in a year

Refugee Council says Home Office figures show safe and legal pathways are ‘disappearing when most needed’

AAP

'Above all, I'm human': Afghan women's Aussie aid plea

Women whose safety is at risk under brutal Taliban rule in Afghanistan are pleading for help from Australia after fleeing their former captors.

The Guardian - UK

Mahmood faces calls for compassion and clarity over hardline asylum policies

Home secretary urged to explain statement that asylum admissions will start at ‘a few hundred’ people

The Guardian - UK

Climate disasters displaced 250 million people in past 10 years, UN report finds

Floods, storms and droughts have uprooted people across the globe as rising temperatures intensify conflict and hunger

Latin Times

Advocate Urges Faster Asylum Processing in Mexico Amid Years-Long Delays: 'Simply Asking That Federal Statutes Be Followed'

A source consulted by Border Report said that many applicants arrive without documentation, complicating verification of their status and rights

Fortune

Does the UN need to be run like a business? Ikea CEO Jesper Brodin may get the chance

The outgoing Ikea chief is Sweden’s nominee to serve as the UN high commissioner for refugees.

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