The battle has sent 100,000 refugees fleeing across borders. Now, neighboring South Sudan says both sides have agreed to name representatives to peace talks, but neither side has publicly confirmed.
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Earthquake Survivors’ Desperately Hunt for Shelter
For now, the Turkish government is relying on short-term solutions to house an estimated one million who are crowding into gyms, hotels and dormitories. A cruise ship is set to arrive to house thousands.
Boat With at Least 160 Rohingya Refugees Is Stranded at Sea
The U.N. called on countries in South Asia to rescue those on the vessel, who have been without food for weeks after leaving Bangladesh.
Angelina Jolie Ending Her UN Work
Ms. Jolie, who had worked with the organization for 21 years, said she wanted to connect more directly with refugees and local groups.
The West Has a Migration Crisis. Why Does Rwanda Want to Help?
The small African nation has positioned itself as an altruistic partner of wealthier countries seeking to curb migration. But experts say Rwanda’s human rights record makes it no refuge for asylum seekers.
U.N. Faces Record Humanitarian Aid Shortfall — but Not for Ukrainians
Soaring needs and wealthy countries’ focus on Ukraine have left aid agencies with too little money to address the world’s other crises, forcing them to cut programs.
Homes for Ukrainians? The U.K. Isn’t Making It Easy
A plan that allows Britons to sponsor people fleeing the Russian invasion has been plagued by visa delays and safeguarding concerns.
E.U. Expected to Grant Blanket Protection to Ukrainian Refugees
Under the measure, which would apply to all Ukrainian nationals, refugees would be granted the right to live, study and work across the 27-member bloc for up to three years.
As Ukrainians Flee Russian Assault, Coronavirus Rides Along
The fighting in Ukraine’s east is forcing a hurried mass migration that leaves little room for pandemic considerations.
Taliban Free 2 Westerners Working for U.N., Days After Quiet Detention
The issue of detentions and disappearances has put a new spotlight on the Taliban’s promises to improve their human rights record under the weight of international sanctions.