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StoriesSyrian lifeguard helps save others in peril on the Greek coast
Obada "Ibo" Al-Nassar, saved from the sea himself two years ago, joined in the rescue operation when the Greek coastal resort of Mati was engulfed by deadly wildfires.
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StoriesCentre proves a haven for special needs children uprooted by conflict
Forced to flee eastern Ukraine, one woman decided to open her own treatment centre for internally displaced special needs children.
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UNHCR evacuates vulnerable refugees out of Libya as fighting resumes
UNHCR and IOM appeal to European leaders to tackle Mediterranean deaths
UNHCR urges Australia to evacuate off-shore facilities as health situation deteriorates
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