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It's because of war.
It's because of violence.
It's because of persecution.
It’s a heartbreaking decision that 41.6 million people have made to flee across borders to find safety.
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- UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency reposted
Refugee numbers declined in 2025, but the story behind the figures matters. Most refugees want to go home, but it must be voluntary, safe and with dignity. For every person forced to flee… Protection matters. Solutions matter.
00:00 - Millions of people have been forced to flee around the world. Behind every figure is a person who’s fled violence, war or persecution. Many are still waiting for safety and stability. #GlobalTrends
- UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency reposted
When a crisis strikes, UNHCR is there. With a global stockpile that can deliver immediate humanitarian aid for up to one million people, we can reach anywhere in the world within 72 hours. This is how we save lives.
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After years of displacement, families are returning home to hope and to hard realities. In #Afrin, families like Ahmed’s & Gulistan’s are starting over amid damaged homes & lost livelihoods. Continued support is essential to help them rebuild their lives with dignity.
- UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency reposted
Displacement often means leaving everything behind. In Mocímboa da Praia, UNHCR and AVSI are supporting recently displaced families from Nabaje through targeted protection kits for those facing the greatest vulnerabilities, helping restore dignity and meet immediate needs.
- Do not forget the Rohingya people. Nine years after the most recent wave of refugees fled Myanmar, 1.2 million refugees live in camps in Cox’s Bazar and are still in need of life-saving aid. We must stand with the Rohingya people.
- UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency repostedI sat down with Ali Hamadi—fellow Iraqi, fellow refugee—now set to represent Iraq at its first World Cup in 40 years. When he fled as a child, this moment would have felt unimaginable. Life can take us farther than we ever expect—and sometimes brings our stories full circle.
00:00 - Violence has displaced hundreds of thousands in South Sudan's Jonglei State. As the rainy season begins, families face growing risks with limited shelter, aid and protection. Urgent support is needed.
GIF - UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency reposted
Despite the ceasefire announcement, Israeli strikes continue in southern 🇱🇧. Families remain in urgent need of assistance. 🚛 A UNHCR convoy reached Tyre today distributing some 1000 relief items to Tyre DRR Unit for displaced families in hard-to-reach areas.
- UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency repostedIn Akburhan camp, residents are receiving civil documentation with support from UNHCR, the Government, and partners. Watch the video 📽️
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How much do you know about UNHCR's work in Iraq? Last year ↓ ✅ Legal support for 15,000+ refugees ✅ Cash assistance for 46,000+ people ✅ Mental health support for 6,000+ refugees ✅ Kurdish language classes for 5,000+ refugee children 🔗 bit.ly/4o5tj3G
- UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency repostedThe Ebola outbreak is threatening communities already affected by conflict and displacement in eastern DR Congo. More than 2 million displaced people live in areas at high risk of transmission. Urgent support is needed to scale up prevention efforts: bit.ly/3uzlVXl
