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Malaysia, once a tolerant haven for Rohingya refugees, has begun repatriating nearly 1,500 Rohingya to Myanmar, signaling a significant policy shift amid international criticism and ongoing conflict in their home country.
South Africa: Judges Split On Concourt Asylum Ruling
A Constitutional Court ruling in South Africa, which prevents the deportation of asylum seekers before they access the asylum system, has led to conflicting interpretations by Gauteng High Court judges.
Malaysia has finalized a voluntary repatriation program for 1,500 Myanmar refugees, including 5,000 Rohingya, with two Myanmar naval warships and a hospital ship assisting. Safety concerns remain.
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has guaranteed the annual refugee intake will not be cut, reversing plans reportedly from Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke to reduce it by a third. The move comes amid political pressure from One Nation.
Gaza's healthcare system is in shambles, with many residents unable to access medical care due to displacement, poverty, and lack of resources. The situation is particularly dire in informal camps, where basic services like sanitation and safe water are scarce.
Iran provides extensive healthcare services to foreign nationals, including refugees and migrants, often exceeding international commitments and shouldering significant costs.
A Sudanese refugee, Sahra, became a head teacher in a Chadian camp, helping provide education for displaced families. She and other teachers from the refugee community have adjusted to Chad's curriculum and language differences.
The Sri Lankan Cabinet has approved special arrangements to facilitate the voluntary return of citizens who fled the country during the civil war and have been living in India without valid passports or after leaving through unauthorised ports.
Two Palestinian friends who survived the genocide in Gaza share their experiences of freedom in London, highlighting the contrast between their normal lives and the hellhole they left behind. They discuss their struggles with airport security, hiding their refugee passpor…
Peshawar High Court dismisses petitions of ex Afghan generals
The Peshawar High Court dismissed petitions filed by two former Afghan generals seeking temporary stay in Pakistan, visa renewal, and protection from deportation.
The 2003 play by Lebanese-Canadian writer Wajdi Mouawad titled ‘Incendies’ is on stage at the City Theater in Tehran, directed by Morteza Mirmontazami. The play follows the journey of twins Jeanne and Simon as they attempt to unravel the mystery of their mother’s life.
Greek police have arrested 26-year-old Afghan-born boxing champion Sharif Ahmadzai in connection with the death of Scottish volunteer Elizabeth Jane Ross, whose body was found in a suitcase in Athens.
The US government has introduced a new regulation to shorten asylum procedures, allowing for the direct referral of asylum cases to immigration judges who can order deportations. This move aims to reduce the backlog of pending asylum cases and close 'loopholes' in the sys…
Jolie, Blanchett appeal for refugee protections as UN convention turns 75
Actors Angelina Jolie and Cate Blanchett, along with Archbishop of Canterbury Sarah Mullally, called for refugee protections to be upheld as the United Nations decried mounting pressure on asylum systems. The U.N. refugee agency issued a statement of support for the 1951 …
Rohingya schools in Malaysia face closures amid online surge in hate speech
Rohingya children in Malaysia are facing harassment and threats, prompting refugee schools to close. Rights groups and educators say the online surge in hate speech is to blame.
United Nations chief Antonio Guterres has urged the removal of all sanctions imposed on Syria during the era of ousted ruler Bashar al-Assad. He made the call during a two-day visit to the country, where he met senior officials and representatives of Syria's civil society.
A Rohingya footballer, Siraz Ullah, is feared to be among 500 refugees who vanished at sea after attempting to reach Malaysia. His family received a final voice message expressing his desperation to escape persecution.
Malaysia has ordered the UN refugee agency to stop registering new refugees while it develops a new biometric ID system, a move rights advocates warn could leave new arrivals vulnerable without legal status.
Sudan: 80 Sudanese Leave Uganda On Voluntary Return Flight
Eighty Sudanese refugees departed Uganda on a voluntary return flight to Port Sudan, sponsored by Sudan's General Intelligence Service. This marks the 11th flight under an ongoing repatriation program.
UN reports 144 dead or missing after migrant boat is stranded at sea for 25 days
At least 144 refugees and migrants have been reported dead or missing after a series of maritime incidents off the coast of Mauritania. A rescue operation brought 387 people safely ashore, but 143 others were reported dead or missing after their boat was stranded at sea f…
"At least, we have peace": Malawians returning home testify to xenophobic violence in South Africa
Xenophobic violence in South Africa has led to the mass exodus of nearly 50,000 Malawian nationals, with many returning home traumatized after experiencing intimidation, arbitrary arrests, and even killings.
Ethiopia: UN opens aid center in Addis Ababa to help refugees with their procedures
The UNHCR, in partnership with the Ethiopian government, has opened an aid center in Addis Ababa to assist over 80,000 refugees and asylum seekers with administrative, legal, and job search procedures. The initiative aims to combat isolation and deter dangerous onward mig…
A UNIDO solar project in Torbat-e Jam, Iran, has improved daily life for Afghan refugees and the host community by expanding solar energy capacity, cutting emissions, and supporting sustainable development.
More than 500 feared dead after boats carrying refugees sink off Myanmar, UN says
UN agencies fear over 500 people have died after two boats carrying Rohingya refugees from Myanmar's Rakhine State and Bangladesh capsized off Myanmar's coast in recent days.
The United Nations has expressed concern over reports of over 500 people dead in two shipwrecks off the coast of Myanmar. The UN High Commissioner for Refugees and the International Organization for Migration have issued a joint statement expressing their deep concern ove…
The European Union has agreed to extend the right for Ukrainians fleeing the war to stay until 2028, but excluded military-age men arriving in the bloc.
Over 16,000 refugees are unable to reunite with their families in the UK due to the suspension of the family reunion route, forcing many into dangerous journeys or leaving them in conflict zones.
Afghan migrants share tales of torture, abandonment in snow, and amputations after being pushed back from Turkish border.
The UK government has announced a new plan to introduce safe and legal routes for refugees to enter the country. The plan allows organizations to sponsor refugees and provide them with support.
Egypt's Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty discusses the new law for foreign refugees, calling it a historic step. The law aims to regulate the status of refugees and asylum seekers in Egypt.