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UN refugee chief says protecting Mosul civilians is key
17 Oct 2016 Speaking in Baghdad, UN High Commissioner for Refugees Filippo Grandi stresses civilian protection must be part of the military strategy for retaking Iraq's second city. -
As Mosul offensive approaches, UNHCR planning intensifies
29 Sep 2016 At least 700,000 residents from Iraq's second city and surrounding areas will need urgent assistance in the form of food, shelter water and medical support. -
Mosul offensive triggers growing displacement in Iraq
21 Sep 2016 As a military offensive to retake Iraq's second city gathers momentum, UNHCR prepares to assist hundreds of thousands of internally displaced people. -
Over 300,000 refugees and migrants cross Med so far in 2016
20 Sep 2016 Numbers crossing sea to Europe in first nine months of 2016 are down on last year, but higher than whole of 2014. -
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 prepares for massive displacement from Iraq's Mosul
23 Aug 2016 As the focus of military action turns toward retaking the country's second city, the UN Refugee Agency is stepping up efforts to assist hundreds of thousands more people. -
World Humanitarian Day: UNHCR chief honours sacrifices by aid workers
19 Aug 2016 In an address to mark World Humanitarian Day, Filippo Grandi pays tribute to the courage and sacrifice of colleagues risking all to help those in need worldwide. -
Families struggle in heat and dust of Iraqi desert camp
2 Aug 2016 Thousands displaced from Falluja seek ways to stay calm and cool amid harsh conditions. -
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.