Israel March 6 World, UN signal no exit for civilians caught up in Gaza war: 'Politically toxic' Millions of refugees from other conflicts have been resettled both around the globe, but offering Palestinians from Gaza an escape route is a thorny issue.
Middle East February 8 13 Sudanese migrants dead, 27 missing after boat sinks in Mediterranean At least 13 Sudanese migrants have been confirmed dead and 27 others have been reported missing after a small metal boat carrying them sank off the Tunisian coast Thursday.
Afghanistan February 6 Afghan diplomat shuns Taliban rule by refusing to leave post, calls on West to 'mobilize' against abuses As the Taliban issues increased restrictions that deprive Afghan women of their basic human rights, a sole female diplomat from the former government continues to uphold her ambassadorial duties.
Media February 4 'Shadows in the Dark' director stresses plight of those with no proof of identity, sounds off on border talks A human rights activist talks about her new documentary, "Shadows in the Dark," which highlights the plight of identity-less individuals around the world.
Asia December 21 At least 5 Rohingya refugee boats detected off Indonesian coast Indonesian officials on Thursday reported that at least five boats packed with Rohingya refugees are approaching its western coast in Aceh province.
UNITED NATIONS October 31 UN tells world governments not to repatriate escaped North Korean refugees The United Nations is calling on member countries to refrain from repatriating escaped North Korean refugees.
North Korea October 24 China forcibly repatriates hundreds of escaped North Koreans, US ambassador warns The Chinese Communist Party is apprehending and repatriating North Korean citizens escaping the nation's oppressive regime, U.S. officials claim.
Africa October 20 Education for Rwanda’s refugee children under threat due to reduced UN funding A United Nations agency has announced massive funding cuts that would jeopardize the education, food, and health care for tens of thousands of refugees in Rwanda.
UNITED NATIONS October 13 UN refugee agency: Gaza becoming a 'hellhole' on the 'brink of collapse' The United Nations is saying conditions in Gaza are dire amid Israeli demands for over 1 million civilians to evacuate the northern area of the territory.
Israel October 11 Florida-based nonprofit evacuates Americans from Israel, asks 'where is' State Dept Florida-based Project DYNAMO has participated in evacuation operations in Afghanistan, Maui and Ukraine, and has now set its infrastructure and efforts to Israel.