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Afghan lost boys provide a bridge in Crete between nations
23 Mar 2018 Ali Sher Kashimi arrived in Greece as a young boy. Now, he helps other asylum seekers by interpreting for them. -
After a harsh winter on Samos, a refugee family sees hope in transfer to Greek mainland
9 Mar 2018 -
Refugee family renews century-old ties on Crete
23 Feb 2018 After fleeing the conflict in Syria with his family, Ahmed has rediscovered his roots on the Greek island of Crete. -
Women report sexual abuse fears at Greek reception centres
9 Feb 2018 UNHCR particularly worried about the situation at overcrowded centres on the Aegean islands of Lesvos and Samos. -
Refugee women and children face heightened risk of sexual violence amid tensions and overcrowding at reception facilities on Greek islands
9 Feb 2018 -
Situation on Greek islands still grim despite speeded transfers
22 Dec 2017 -
More speed needed to help refugees stranded in Greek islands
22 Dec 2017 UNHCR moves a dozen families from soggy tents at Lesvos reception centre to hotels, but transfers to the mainland need to speed up as conditions deteriorate. -
UNHCR steps up aid as displaced Syrians brace for winter
22 Dec 2017 Plans in place to help protect 3.8 million vulnerable individuals from harsh weather this winter, but programme currently only 63 per cent funded. -
UNHCR report details changes in refugee and migrant risky journeys to Europe
23 Nov 2017