UNHCR seeks comprehensive regional response to address rise in deadly South-East Asia sea journeys

UNHCR welcomes Indonesia's act of humanity, saving desperate human lives adrift at sea

UNHCR urges States to act now to save lives in the Andaman Sea

UNHCR warns delays in rescue in Andaman Sea and Strait of Malacca are costing human lives

UNHCR and IOM appeal for urgent disembarkation of all stranded refugees and migrants in central Mediterranean

Merkel says Nansen prize honours all those who welcome refugees

The former Federal Chancellor of Germany, who welcomed more than 1.2 million refugees in 2015 and 2016, accepted the prestigious award at a ceremony in Geneva on Monday.

Iraqi doctor provides care and comfort to Yazidi survivors

Gynaecologist Nagham Hasan has spent years providing medical and emotional care to former ISIS captives, and pledges to continue "for the long haul" despite often harrowing work.

Angela Merkel to receive UNHCR Nansen Refugee Award for protecting refugees at height of Syria crisis

Refugee firefighters honoured for their bravery in protecting Mauritania's environment

For their tenacious efforts to put out bushfires and plant trees, the Mbera Fire Brigade has been named the UNHCR Nansen Refugee Award regional winner for Africa.