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Burning trash to keep warm in Syria town cut off by war
25 Nov 2016 UNHCR delivers winter clothing to residents of Qudsaya as part of a drive to provide life-saving aid to 4.6 million Syrians and Iraqis displaced across the region. -
Displaced youth seek to heal divided Colombian town
24 Nov 2016 As a peace deal to end Latin America's longest-running conflict advances, young people are setting an example with a push to end hostility among neighbours. -
Syrian teenager flees guns and wins chance to study in Turkey
21 Oct 2016 Would-be chemical engineer Rawan Batal learned Turkish and gained a university place in the central Anatolia province of Konya. -
UNHCR chief pledges more support for Turkey refugee response
1 Sep 2016 During visit to Ankara, Filippo Grandi says he will continue to advocate for more international backing, including increased funding and refugee resettlement. -
UNHCR chief says Greece needs EU help to manage its refugee crisis
24 Aug 2016 Filippo Grandi says the Government continues to face serious challenges, particularly if EU countries do not step up relocation and family reunion programmes. -
UNHCR chief highlights Ecuador's commitment to solutions for refugees
5 Jul 2016 Filippo Grandi said Ecuador can be a global player offering solutions for refugees who wish to integrate in the country and for those who continue fleeing war and persecution. -
Solutions for Colombia's displaced key to peace, UNHCR chief
2 Jul 2016 UN High Commissioner for Refugees Filippo Grandi said finding solutions for seven million Colombians uprooted by 50 years of war is key to reconciliation and integration efforts. -
Colombia ceasefire throws displaced lives into focus
28 Jun 2016 A ceasefire between Colombia and FARC rebels provides a moment to reflect on the hopes and dreams of nearly seven million people displaced by five decades of war. -
After decades in Pakistan, more Afghan refugees set to return
23 Jun 2016 Pakistan wants to repatriate some of the almost 1.6 million refugees living in the country. UNHCR has set aside funds for 60,000 returnees.