Mediterranean takes record as most deadly stretch of water for refugees and migrants in 2011


Nansen Award winner turns her lens on the Flowers of Afghanistan
British photographer Alixandra Fazzina tells the story of an unaccompanied Afghan child who has faced much hardship during his journey to Istanbul.

Pakistan, UNHCR agree new regional approach to Afghan refugees
UNHCR chief António Guterres met with Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani and Foreign Minister Hina Rabbani Khar to discuss the new strategy.

Karens in Kentucky find new life challenging
Hsar Say is among 2,400 refugees from Myanmar to be resettled in Kentucky since 2006. He feels lucky to be in the US, but says it is tough at times.

UNHCR alarmed at reports of atrocities against displaced Congolese
The refugee agency calls on all parties to respect the civilian character of sites for the displaced in North Kivu province; urges more security for camps.