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Massive loss of life reported in latest Mediterranean tragedy
20 Apr 2016 UNHCR interviewed shipwreck survivors who reported sinking of a large boat that went down with up to 500 people on board between Libya and Italy. -
South Sudan refugee outflow grows as relief funds lag
19 Apr 2016 New fighting and food insecurity in the world's youngest nation are driving more displacement at a time when refugee relief operations are only 11 per cent funded. -
Food insecurity drives more South Sudanese to Sudan
29 Mar 2016 Hunger and unrest have driven some 38,000 people into East and South Darfur since end of January. -
Do not risk your lives, Grandi tells Eritrean refugees
2 Feb 2016 Need to improve schooling and chances for worthwhile life in the region so that young Eritreans fleeing their country can avoid risky sea crossings, High Commissioner says during first Africa visit. -
Sudanese refugees seek safety in troubled South Sudan
28 Dec 2015 Fighting in parts of Sudan is pushing increasing numbers of refugees into South Sudan, where they find a safe haven in a new and expanding settlement -
Thousands still at Greek-FYR Macedonia border
4 Dec 2015 UNHCR calls on authorities of both countries to manage border in a manner consistent with human rights and refugee-protection principles -
First group of asylum seekers relocated from Italy to Sweden
9 Oct 2015 First group of asylum seekers who arrived in Italy via Mediterranean are relocated to Sweden under EU scheme. -
UNHCR welcomes signing of South Sudan peace deal
28 Aug 2015 Refugee and IDP numbers surpass 2.6 million mark. -
Looking for safety and a better life in Calais' jungle
8 Aug 2015 Refugees talk about their flight from Sudan, their hazardous way to Europe and Calais, and their plans and hopes for the future.