Thousands arrive in Burundi within days, fleeing rising tension and violence in eastern DR Congo
DONATE This is a summary of what was said by UNHCR spokesperson Matthew Saltmarsh – to whom quoted text may be attributed – at today’s press briefing at the Palais des Nations in Geneva. GENEVA – Between 10,000 and 15,000 people have crossed into Burundi...
UNHCR: After three years of war, Ukrainians need peace and aid
DONATE This is a summary of what was said by Philippe Leclerc, UNHCR Director of the Regional Bureau for Europe – to whom quoted text may be attributed – at today’s press briefing at the Palais des Nations in Geneva. GENEVA – Three years on, the full-scale war...
UNHCR seeks urgent support as violence in eastern DR Congo leaves hundreds of thousands without shelter
This is a summary of what was said by UNHCR spokesperson Eujin Byun – to whom quoted text may be attributed – at today’s press briefing at the Palais des Nations in Geneva. GENEVA – UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, is alarmed by the rapidly worsening humanitarian...
UNHCR gravely concerned by worsening violence and humanitarian crisis in eastern DR Congo
This is a summary of what was said by UNHCR spokesperson Matthew Saltmarsh – to whom quoted text may be attributed – at today’s press briefing at the Palais des Nations in Geneva. UNHCR is gravely concerned about the safety and security of civilians and...
UNHCR and partners rush aid as Sudan arrivals overwhelm South Sudan border
This is a summary of what was said by UNHCR Representative in South Sudan, Marie-Helene Verney – to whom quoted text may be attributed – at today’s press briefing at the Palais des Nations in Geneva. GENEVA – Over 20 months in, the war in Sudan shows no sign of...
UNHCR urges continued protection and support for Syrians inside and outside the country
This is a summary of what was said by UNHCR Director for the Middle East and North Africa, Rema Jamous Imseis – to whom quoted text may be attributed – at today’s press briefing at the Palais des Nations in Geneva. While recent developments bring hope and a...
Cyclone Chido leaves a trail of destruction in Mozambique and beyond, displacing thousands
This is a summary of what was said by UNHCR spokesperson Eujin Byun – to whom quoted text may be attributed – at today’s press briefing at the Palais des Nations in Geneva. GENEVA – Tropical Cyclone Chido struck northern Mozambique over the weekend, bringing...
UNHCR urges more support for Syria and safety for aid workers as humanitarian activities slowly resume
This is a summary of what was said by UNHCR Representative in Syria, Gonzalo Vargas Llosa – to whom quoted text may be attributed – at today’s press briefing at the Palais des Nations in Geneva. Over the past 14 years of conflict and crisis, more than 13 million...