Refugee News - Latest Updates & Headlines
Over 2,000 Afghan refugees deported from Iran, Pakistan in single day
Kabul, Dec 31: Over 2,000 Afghan refugees have been repatriated from Pakistan and Iran in a single day, a Taliban official said on Wednesday.
UN launches 1.71 billion USD humanitarian appeal for Afghanistan in 2026
United Nations, Dec 31: The UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs on Tuesday launched a $1.71 billion humanitarian needs and response plan for Afghanistan in 2026, which is expected to remain one of the world's largest humanitarian crises next year.
UAE signs cooperation agreement with Norwegian Refugee Council to provide assistance to refugees in East Africa
Abu Dhabi, December 30: The UAE International Aid Agency has signed a cooperation agreement with the Norwegian Refugee Council to provide assistance to refugees in East Africa, with the aim of expanding the scope of humanitarian aid delivered to populations in countries affected by conflicts, and supporting host communities for refugees in Ethiopia, Uganda, and other countries in the region.
Nearly 2 million Afghan refugees still living in Pakistan amid deportations: UNHCR report
Kabul, December 27: Nearly two million Afghan refugees are currently living in Pakistan, according to a report by the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, Tolo News reported, citing Pakistani media.
Afghanistan: Japan pledges USD 2 Million in Humanitarian aid for returnees
Kabul, December 27: Japan has said that it will provide USD 2 million in humanitarian funding for assisting returnees in Afghanistan.
Pakistan, Iran forcibly deport 2,370 Afghan refugees
Kabul, Dec 27: Over 2,370 Afghan refugees were forcibly deported from Iran and Pakistan in a single day, local media reported on Saturday, citing a Taliban official.
Pakistan, Iran deport over 3,500 Afghan refugees in single day: Taliban
Kabul, Dec 25: Over 3,500 Afghan refugees have been repatriated from Iran and Pakistan in a single day, a Taliban official said on Thursday.
Pakistan, Iran deport over 3,000 Afghan refugees in single day: Taliban
Kabul, Dec 24: More than 3,000 Afghan refugees have been repatriated from Iran and Pakistan in a single day, a Taliban official said on Wednesday.
Anupam Kher remembers meeting Bebo 25 years ago, reunites with her on Delhi flight
Mumbai (Maharashtra), December 21: Veteran actor Anupam Kher recently bumped into actress Kareena Kapoor Khan during a flight to Delhi.
Mizoram registers biometric data of nearly 70 pc of Myanmar refugees so far
Aizawl, Dec 22: Authorities in Mizoram have so far registered the biometric details of around 70 per cent of nearly 30, 900 Myanmar nationals who have taken shelter in the state after fleeing their country in different phases following the military coup in February 2021, officials said on Monday.
Nearly 4,000 Afghan refugees deported from Iran, Pakistan in single day
Kabul, Dec 22: Nearly 4, 000 Afghan refugees were repatriated from Iran and Pakistan in a single day, Taliban official stated on Monday.
Anupam Kher recalls his first meet with Kareena Kapoor as he bumps into her on the flight
Mumbai, Dec 21: Veteran actor Anupam Kher recalled his first meeting with actress Kareena Kapoor as he suddenly bumped into her during a recent flight.
Over 5700 Afghan refugees repatriated from Iran, Pakistan in single day
Kabul, Dec 19: More than 5700 Afghan refugees were forcibly repatriated from Pakistan and Iran in a single day, a top Taliban official stated on Friday.
Over two million Afghans forcibly deported from Iran and Pakistan: UN
Kabul, Dec 19: As many as 2.17 million Afghans have been forcibly deported from Iran and Pakistan, with children comprising more than 60 per cent of returnees, according to the United Nations.
Former Iraq President Salih elected UN High Commissioner for RefugeesÂ
United Nations, Dec 19: Barham Salih, a former Iraqi president who was himself once a refugee, has been elected the UN High Commissioner for Refugees at a time when the agency faces the twin crises of shrinking resources and a huge increase in people needing its help.
Over 5500 Afghan refugees forcibly deported from Iran, Pakistan in single day
Kabul, Dec 18: More than 5500 Afghan refugees were forcibly repatriated from Pakistan and Iran in a single day on Wednesday, a top Taliban official stated on Thursday.
Humanitarian activities suspended in 2 cities after clashes in Congo's South Kivu: UN
United Nations, Dec 17: Following clashes in several parts of South Kivu province, eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), all humanitarian activities remain suspended in the cities of Fizi and Baraka, a UN spokesperson said.
Over 3000 Afghan refugees forcibly deported from Iran, Pakistan in single day
Kabul, Dec 16: Over 3000 Afghan refugees have been forcibly repatriated from Iran and Pakistan in a single day, a top Taliban official stated on Tuesday.
Over 5,500 Afghan refugees forcibly repatriated from Iran, Pakistan in single day
Kabul, Dec 15: More than 5, 500 Afghan refugees have been forcibly repatriated from Iran and Pakistan in a single day, according to Taliban official statement on Monday.
Afghan returnees call for Taliban's support as winter approaches
Kabul, Dec 15: Refugees, who have recently returned to Afghanistan and are now residing in designated camps, have urged the Taliban to provide them shelter, employment opportunities and access to necessary supplies as the winter season is approaching.
Over 500,000 displaced by 2 weeks of fighting in Congo's South Kivu: UNICEF
Kinshasa, Dec 15: Over 500, 000 people, including more than 100, 000 children, have been displaced since December 1 due to intense fighting in South Kivu Province in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) said.
First Rohingya film 'Lost Land' wins Best Film at Red Sea International Film Festival
Jeddah, December 13: Japanese filmmaker Akio Fujimoto's Lost Land' - the first feature film shot entirely in the Rohingya language - has bagged the Best Film Award at the Red Sea International Film Festival this year.
Over 4,500 Afghan refugees forcibly repatriated from Pakistan, Iran in single day: Taliban
Kabul, Dec 14: More than 4, 500 Afghan refugees were forcibly repatriated from Pakistan and Iran in a single day, a Taliban official said on Sunday, as per local media.
Pakistan, Iran forcibly deport over 10,000 Afghan refugees in two days
Kabul, Dec 13: Over 10, 000 Afghan refugees were forcibly deported from Iran and Pakistan in the last two days, an Afghan official said on Saturday.
UN relief chief warns of severe humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan
United Nations, Dec 11: UN Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator Tom Fletcher warned of a severe humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan.
UAE announces $550 million support for UN's Global Humanitarian Overview
Abu Dhabi, Dec 10: Under the directives of UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the middle-eastern nation has announced that it will provide $550 million to support the UN's Global Humanitarian Overview (GHO), which aims to raise $33 billion in 2026 to support approximately 135 million people across 23 humanitarian operations across the world, including programmes supporting refugees and migrants.
Over 1500 Afghan refugees forcibly deported from Pakistan, Iran in single day
Kabul, Dec 9: Over 1, 500 Afghan refugees were forcibly repatriated from Iran and Pakistan in a single day, according to Taliban official statement on Tuesday, local media reported.
Over 2,000 Afghan refugees forcibly deported from Iran, Pakistan in single day
Kabul, Dec 8: Over 2, 000 Afghan refugees were forcibly repatriated from Iran and Pakistan in a single day, a Taliban official said on Monday.
Biometric registration of Myanmar and Bangladeshi refugees underway in Mizoram
Aizawl, Dec 8: Various district authorities in Mizoram have so far recorded the biometric details of around 66 per cent of the nearly 31, 000 Myanmar refugees taking shelter in the Northeastern state after fleeing their country in different phases following the military coup in February 2021, officials said on Monday.
India backs UNGA vote to renew UNRWA mandate for three years
New York, December 7: India voted in favour at the United Nations General Assembly to renew the mandate of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) for the next three years.
UAE allocates USD 15 million to UNHCR for Sudan response
Geneva, December 3: The United Arab Emirates announced today the allocation of USD 15 million to the United Nations High Commission for Refugees (UNHCR) in support of its humanitarian response for Sudan and neighbouring countries, during the UNHCR Pledging Conference for the 2026 Global Appeal. The contribution reinforces the UAE's continued commitment to supporting populations affected by conflict and instability.
Over 5000 Afghan refugees forcibly deported from Pakistan, Iran in single day: Taliban
Kabul, Dec 3: Over 5, 000 Afghan refugees were forcibly repatriated from Pakistan and Iran in a single day, local media reported, quoting a Taliban official on Wednesday.
Over 4000 Afghan refugees forcibly repatriated from Pakistan, Iran in single day
Kabul, Dec 1: More than 4000 Afghan refugees have been forcibly repatriated from Pakistan and Iran in a single day, the Afghan media quoted a top Taliban official as saying on Monday.
Over 6000 Afghan refugees forcibly deported from Pakistan, Iran in single day
Kabul, Nov 30: More than 6000 Afghan refugees have been forcibly repatriated from Pakistan and Iran in a single day, a Taliban official said on Sunday, local media reported.
Republicans outraged after shooting of National Guards in Washington DC, demand immigration crackdown
Washington, DC, November 28: US President Donald Trump faced renewed political pressure on immigration as Republicans demanded sweeping restrictions after one of the two National Guard members shot at near the White House by an Afghan national died and another is fighting for his life, according to The Hill.
Trump says National Guard shooting suspect went nuts, lashes out at stupid reporter
Washington, DC, November 28: US President Donald Trump intensified his criticism of the Biden administration's resettlement policies after being questioned about Afghan national Rahmanullah Lakanwal, accused of shooting two National Guard soldiers near the White House.
US suspends Afghan immigration requests after attack on National Guardsmen in Washington
Washington, Nov 27: The US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) on Thursday announced an immediate suspension of all immigration requests from Afghan nationals, just hours after a targeted attack, allegedly by an individual from Kabul, on National Guard members in Washington, close to the White House.
'Violence has no place in America': Barack Obama on Washington shooting
Washington, Nov 27: Former US President Barack Obama has condemned the Washington shooting, stating that "violence has no place in America".
Trump calls attack on National Guard an 'act of terror', orders 500 more troops
Washington, Nov 27: Hours after two National Guardsmen were shot in downtown Washington, US President Donald Trump called the attack an "act of terror".
Afghan returnees from Pakistan raise concerns about lack of shelter, need for winter assistance
Kabul, Nov 24: Several Afghan migrants who recently returned to Afghanistan from Pakistan have said that they are facing serious challenges ahead of winter season. They raised concerns about lack of shelter, the need for winter assistance, and difficulties in obtaining electronic ID cards (tazkira), the local media reported on Monday.