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fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

MSF overwhelmed' in Ethiopia's southwest following aid cuts

Rising cases of infant hunger and malaria in southwestern Ethiopia are overwhelming humanitarian facilities due to funding cuts.
fromKALTBLUT Magazine
3 days ago

FOTOGRAFISKA BERLIN - EMERGING BERLIN: Samet Durgun 'Come Get Your Honey' - KALTBLUT Magazine

Samet Durgun captures the lives of LGBTQIA+ refugees with empathy and respect, showcasing their nuanced identities through intimate photography.
#germany
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Germany updates: Cabinet mulls family reunification curbs DW 05/28/2025

Germany plans to limit family reunification for refugees under temporary status.
New bill coincides with coalition agreement, aiming to reduce migration pull factors.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Jobless, homeless and helpless without a man: Afghan women expelled by Iran into hands of the Taliban

Safia faced deportation back to Afghanistan after finding temporary refuge in Iran, putting her and her children at risk once again.
#yemen
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Friendship at 13,000 feet: how climbing in the Swiss Alps is bringing refugees together

Mountaineering isn't just a sport. Reaching the summit brings an incredible sense of relief. And it's proof that you can overcome your physical and emotional challenges, even after extreme hardship.
Mental health
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Anti-racism demonstrators mount counter-protest at Epping hotel

Protests in Epping show solidarity with refugees amid rising tensions over asylum seekers housed at a local hotel.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

'Massive challenge' as refugees sleeping rough rise

Refugees in Derby face severe housing shortages after being granted status, often leading to homelessness.
fromThe Washington Post
1 week ago

Pope Leo reflects on migrants and refugees as 'messengers of hope'

In a world darkened by war and injustice, even when all seems lost, migrants and refugees stand as messengers of hope. Their courage and tenacity bear heroic testimony to a faith that sees beyond what our eyes can see.
Social justice
#asylum-seekers
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 weeks ago

Ontario refugee agencies host soccer tournament to build community and friendship | CBC News

Francisco Vidal, executive director of Sojourn House, stated that the tournament 'uses soccer as a tool to build community and promote healthy lifestyles.' Participating in the matches also helps improve players' mental and physical health.
Canada news
#unhcr
#deportation
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

MoD official responsible for major Afghan data breach still works for government

The catastrophic data leak in February 2022 endangered the lives of up to 100,000 Afghans who had applied for sanctuary in Britain from the Taliban.
UK news
#trump-administration
#afghanistan
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
3 weeks ago

The 'School of Sanctuary' that welcomes those seeking safety

Hampstead School received the School of Sanctuary title for fostering a culture of welcome for those seeking safety.
Science
fromTechCrunch
3 weeks ago

A United Nations research institute created an AI refugee avatar | TechCrunch

Two AI avatars have been created to educate users about refugee issues.
#srebrenica
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 weeks ago

Greece to halt migrant asylum processing from North Africa

Greece suspends asylum applications for migrants from North Africa for three months due to surging arrivals.
#migration
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

UN launches rescue operation after eight die off Djibouti coast; 22 missing

Smugglers forced 150 refugees to swim to shore, resulting in 8 deaths and 22 missing near Djibouti.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

We are all Vietnamese and came to Germany to build a better life'

Thousands traveled to Germany as refugees or migrant workers after the Vietnam War ended.
#immigration
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

GOP's budget package proposes to cut benefits and raise fees for legal immigrants

Proposed Senate bill threatens vital services for legal immigrants, targeting refugees and asylum seekers to cut costs and strengthen anti-immigration signals.
fromwww.guardian-series.co.uk
1 month ago

Waltham Forest libraries are 'places of sanctuary'

Waltham Forest's library services received Library of Sanctuary status for establishing safe environments for refugees, asylum seekers, and newcomers through various supportive services.
London
#sudan
SF LGBT
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

America Used to Be a Refuge for Queer Immigrants. Now Its Own People Want Out.

Queerness is being celebrated despite significant challenges faced by LGBTQ+ individuals, particularly in oppressive environments.
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
1 month ago

The rich history of when Ye Olde Swiss Cottage pub was dubbed 'Schweizer Hutte'

By the start of the war, there were so many, mainly Jewish, German speakers along Finchley Road that bus conductors shouted out variations on: Finchleystrasse passports please!
London music
fromwww.archdaily.com
1 month ago

Hway Ka Loke School / Simple Architecture

Hway Ka Loke is a school for Burmese migrants and refugees in Mae Sot, which reflects the urgent need for educational infrastructure amidst increasing refugee demand.
Education
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

We don't want to stay here': UN accused of abandoning refugees in Niger

The 2,000 refugees stranded in Niger protest for basic necessities, feeling abandoned by the Nigerien government, the EU, and UNHCR as they lack food, healthcare, and education.
US politics
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Ukrainians who fled to UK being refused asylum on grounds it is safe to return'

Ukrainians seeking asylum in the UK are being denied based on an assessment that it is safe to return to Ukraine.
SF LGBT
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Toronto charity no longer resettling 2SLGBTQ+ refugees in U.S. since Trump took office | CBC News

Rahma Esslouani found freedom and acceptance in Canada after fleeing persecution for their nonbinary identity from Morocco and Turkey.
fromeuronews
1 month ago

Video. Fleeing airstrikes, Iranians seek relief in neighboring countries

"Areas near government buildings were being bombed. But cities themselves remained calm," said Andranik Harutyunyan, highlighting the contrasting realities for Iranians during the conflict.
Russo-Ukrainian War
#climate-change
Film
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Review: Thomas Vinterberg's Families Like Ours,' on Netflix

Denmark's relocation due to climate change sparks societal reflections on race and refugee treatment.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Tributes paid to charity worker found fatally stabbed in her London home

‘Annabel was a profound force for good in the world, dedicating her working life to supporting women survivors,’ stated the MamaSuze organization in tribute.
UK news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

At least 60 people feared dead' after shipwrecks off the coast of Libya

743 migrants have died this year crossing the Mediterranean; urgent action is needed to improve search and rescue operations.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Charity boss found stabbed to death in house after gas explosion pictured

Annabel Rook, a charity worker supporting refugees, was fatally stabbed in a domestic-related incident in north London, with police arresting a suspect.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

It's not quite what I had in mind entering my eighth decade': the London librarian of Lesbos

"It's not quite what I had in mind entering my eighth decade but it's a new challenge and I'm loving it most of the time, although some days it's exhausting."
London politics
World news
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Number of forcibly displaced 'untenably high' UN DW 06/12/2025

Record numbers of forcibly displaced people worldwide reach 122.1 million, exacerbated by ongoing conflicts and decreased aid funding.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

One in 67 people worldwide remains forcibly displaced: UNHCR report

Over 123 million people are forcibly displaced worldwide, continuing a 13-year upward trend in displacement due to conflicts and crises.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Growing proportion of aid budget to be spent on asylum hotels next year

‘Almost a quarter of the overseas aid budget will be spent on asylum accommodation in the UK next year while overall spending suffers dramatic cuts.’
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The Spin | Chipboard and carpet: refugee cricket tournament brings a moment of happiness

A cricket tournament for refugees emphasizes community, joy, and inclusivity in Caen, prioritizing the experience over competition.
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Trump's travel ban includes Afghanistan, where thousands await U.S. resettlement

Trump's travel ban affects citizens from twelve countries including Afghanistan, but offers exceptions for those with U.S. military ties.
#ukraine
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Russo-Ukrainian War

In Ukraine, I saw Trump's peace deal' wouldn't just trade away land but lives, memories and homes | Timothy Garton Ash

Ukraine's occupied territories cannot be traded for peace without acknowledging the deep personal and national trauma involved.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

What would Russia's peace deal demands really mean for Ukraine? visualised

Ukrainians vehemently reject proposals recognizing Russian annexations and occupations, fearing it will legitimize further territorial losses.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

In Ukraine, I saw Trump's peace deal' wouldn't just trade away land but lives, memories and homes | Timothy Garton Ash

Ukraine's occupied territories cannot be traded for peace without acknowledging the deep personal and national trauma involved.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

What would Russia's peace deal demands really mean for Ukraine? visualised

Ukrainians vehemently reject proposals recognizing Russian annexations and occupations, fearing it will legitimize further territorial losses.
#rwanda
UK news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Everyone feels unsafe': Border panic as Indian forces kill Myanmar rebels

The relationship between India and Myanmar's government-in-exile has deteriorated following the deaths of 10 rebels, raising fears among refugees.
Right-wing politics
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago

Trump Makes America's Refugee Program a Tool of White Racial Grievance

Trump's immigration policies reflect a consistent focus on restricting refugee admission based on assimilation criteria and racial considerations.
#syria
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago
Retirement

Syrians return to villages destroyed by war

Over 1.87 million Syrians have returned home to face rebuilding challenges after displacement.
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago
Germany politics

Germany plans to suspend family reunification DW 05/16/2025

Mohammed's journey illustrates the challenges faced by refugees seeking family reunification and adequate support in Germany.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Germany plans to suspend family reunification DW 05/16/2025

Mohammed's journey illustrates the challenges faced by refugees seeking family reunification and adequate support in Germany.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Boat capsizes on arrival at Spain's Canary Islands; seven women, girls die

Local media reports indicate that a small vessel, obscured by reports to be carrying over 100 individuals, capsized off the Canary Islands, leading to fatalities.
UK news
#migration-policy
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago
Germany politics

Germany updates: Cabinet approves family reunification curbs DW 05/28/2025

Germany plans to suspend family reunification for certain refugees for two years, marking a shift in migration policy.
fromThe Local Germany
2 months ago
Germany news

Today in Germany: A roundup of the latest news on Wednesday

Germany is tightening migration policy with new bills targeting family reunification and naturalization for refugees.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Over 400 Rohingya feared drowned in two shipwrecks off Myanmar coast: UN

Over 427 Rohingya may have died in two recent shipwrecks, marking a devastating tragedy at sea for the persecuted group.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

South Sudan refugees in Ethiopia face health catastrophe', charity warns

Doctors Without Borders has warned of an imminent health catastrophe in Ethiopia, where South Sudanese refugees face surging cholera cases amidst escalating conflict and malnutrition.
Health
US news
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

NBC News Reports Trump Admin Effectively Disappeared' Migrant Refugee Who Entered the U.S. Legally

Widmer Agelviz Sanguino's case highlights due process issues in deportations despite prior vetting and absence of a criminal record.
philosophy
fromAeon
2 months ago

A philosophical view of our ethical obligations to refugees | Aeon Essays

There is a pressing need for a unified ethical response to the global refugee crisis.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

The week around the world in 20 pictures

Rising violence in Gaza is echoed in mourning families.
Recent geopolitical conflicts reflect escalating tensions in multiple regions.
#south-africa
fromThe Local Germany
2 months ago

Today in Germany: A roundup of the latest news on Thursday

Grassroots anti-advertising efforts in Hamburg struggle against corporate lobbying.
Increased violence against refugee shelters marks a concerning trend in Germany.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago

The Orwell Prize: London Standard's David Cohen shortlisted for shining spotlight on homelessness

Cohen's reporting on homelessness, particularly affecting refugees, has garnered significant attention, culminating in his nomination for The Orwell Prize 2025.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Diplomat makes history as first refugee to become a UK high commissioner

Kanbar Hossein-Bor becomes UK's first refugee high commissioner to Fiji, aiming to reshape views on refugees and the British identity.
#nakba
World politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

What is the Palestinian Nakba and why is it so relevant? DW 05/14/2025

Nakba Day commemorates the Palestinian displacement during the 1948 Arab-Israeli war, symbolizing their ongoing struggle for recognition and return.
World politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

What is the Palestinian Nakba and why is it so relevant? DW 05/14/2025

Nakba Day commemorates the Palestinian displacement during the 1948 Arab-Israeli war, symbolizing their ongoing struggle for recognition and return.
Healthcare
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Myanmar refugees in Thailand face health crisis after USAid withdrawal in pictures

The IRC's clinic shutdown has severely impacted healthcare for 90,000 displaced Myanmar refugees, increasing reliance on Thai hospitals.
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

The Trump Administration Is Letting In Just One Group of Refugees. The Choice Speaks Volumes.

Trump's administration's immigration policy reflects a troubling pattern where even legal immigration is under threat and racial considerations play a significant role.
US news
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago

What are white South Africans refugees' in the United States escaping from?

The Trump administration's asylum grant to white South African refugees for alleged genocide claims is highly controversial and disputed by various groups.
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