'Millions of Syrian refugees cannot return to their country'
The difficulties of Syrian refugees are again at the center of attention due to the upcoming International Donors' Conference for Syria, planned for June 15 in Brussels.
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Italian bishops warn that migrants' rights are at risk
Migrantes, a foundation of the Italian Episcopal Conference (CEI), reminded the Italian population once again over the weekend of a May 11 message by Pope Francis for the next World Day of Migrants and Refugees.
IOM urges action to avoid 'humanitarian catastrophe' in Sudan
IOM Director-General António Vitorino said urgent action is needed in Sudan to prevent a humanitarian catastrophe from unfolding. He stressed that the UN body would not leave the people of Sudan behind.
UNHCR: more aid for over 100,000 persons fleeing Sudan
The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) has intensified its efforts to support refugees feeling the civil war situation in Sudan. The growing displacement crisis affects thousands of people throughout the entire region.
Worsening humanitarian situation in Sudan could lead to displacement crisis
Intense clashes between Sudan's military and the country's main paramilitary force have left over a hundred dead, including three aid workers. Humanitarian agencies warn that the health system is on the brink of collapse, and that a displacement crisis could ensue.
UK spending far more on migrants than on aid for Africa, official figures reveal
The UK is spending a third of its overseas aid budget on supporting migrants and refugees who actually are inside the UK, according to official figures. Meanwhile, its aid to foreign countries is shrinking.
Refugees benefitting from Islamic donations during Ramadan
As Muslims around the world started to observe the holy month of Ramadan last week, philanthropic activities among Muslims are on the rise. One of the biggest beneficiaries of donations around the world is the UNHCR.
IOM and Amazon help Syrian-Turkish quake survivors
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) and the multinational Amazon company are working together to assist persons affected by the earthquake in Turkey and Syria, according to an IOM press release dated February 28.
New hurdles for sea rescuers in the Mediterranean
A maritime accident off the coast of Calabria has put sea rescue operations in Italy back in the spotlight. The far-right government is impeding the work of civil organizations — but they're not giving up.
Syria-Turkey earthquake: How fraudsters try to steal donations and what to look out for
People are eager to help earthquake victims in Syria and Turkey. However, fraudsters are also trying to cash in, scamming people by pretending to collect donations. Here are some tips on how to avoid scams and cons.
Oxfam assisting 2 million people after Turkey-Syria quake
While the death toll continues to climb resulting from an earthquake that hit Syria and Turkey, Oxfam is working to provide aid to 2 million people, 10% of the population affected in the two countries.
Time running out for quake victims in northwest Syria
As the death toll from the Syrian and Turkish earthquake keeps climbing, millions of people in Idlib province in northwestern Syria are in desperate need. The UN, and individuals, are doing what they can to help.