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On visit to Hungary, UNHCR Chief calls for end to detention and greater solidarity with refugees
12 Sep 2017 Grandi calls on Hungary to improve access for people seeking asylum and to do away with its so-called border "transit zones". -
Syrian swimmer Yusra Mardini appointed UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador
27 Apr 2017 Teenager who competed in Rio Olympics joins at a time of unprecedented crisis with 65 million people displaced worldwide. -
Syrian refugee says more than food needed to nourish dreams
18 Jan 2017 Team Refugees swimmer Yusra Mardini appeals to star-studded Davos event for more support to those fleeing war and persecution. -
I am Yusra. I am a refugee and I'm proud to stand for peace
11 Jan 2017 Yusra Mardini inspired displaced people all over the world when she swam at the Olympic Games. Now she is working on new goals. -
Austrian bishop breaks down barriers and builds understanding
28 Dec 2016 A bishop who refused to allow a border fence to be built on church land has helped to change hearts and minds in Austria. -
Hundreds suffer at Hungary-Serbia border
21 Jul 2016 Hundreds of people who fled persecution at home are now living in dire conditions at a makeshift camp near Röszke on the Hungary-Serbia border. -
UNHCR concerned Hungary pushing asylum seekers back to Serbia
15 Jul 2016 Agency worried by reports of violence and worsening conditions at Hungarian-Serbian border. -
Slovenian centre provides warm welcome after escape ordeal
13 Jun 2016 EU relocation scheme is helping to share asylum-seekers around Europe and reduce pressure on Greece, Turkey and Italy. -
These 10 refugees will compete at the 2016 Olympics in Rio
3 Jun 2016 For the first time, a team of refugee athletes will compete under the Olympic flag.