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๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Global News
National & Local

Blind refugee found dead in Buffalo after border agents left him at coffee shop

A visually impaired refugee from Myanmar, Nurul Amin Shah Alam, was found dead on the streets of Buffalo after U.S. border agents abandoned him at a coffee shop following his release from jail.

Feb 26 โ€ข 20:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
National & Local

Blind refugee found dead in Buffalo after being released by U.S. Border Patrol miles from home

A nearly blind refugee from Myanmar, Nurul Amin Shah Alam, was found dead in Buffalo, New York, after being released by U.S. Border Patrol far from his home without proper support.

Feb 26 โ€ข 17:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Visually impaired refugee abandoned by US border patrol found dead after leaving detention center

A visually impaired refugee from Myanmar, Nurul Amin Shah Alam, was found dead in New York after being abandoned by U.S. border patrol agents following his release from a detention center.

Feb 26 โ€ข 16:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

Refugee Almost Blind Found Dead in Buffalo After Border Patrol Abandoned Him

A nearly blind Rohingya refugee was found dead in Buffalo after being abandoned by the Border Patrol, having been released without notifying his family or lawyer.

Feb 26 โ€ข 16:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Nearly blind refugee found dead in New York after being 'abandoned' by US border patrol

A nearly blind refugee from Myanmar, Nurul Amin Shah Alam, was found dead in New York after being reportedly abandoned by US border patrol officers.

Feb 26 โ€ข 13:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Good news in Illinois: JB Pritzker will invest US$10 million in a program that trains migrant and refugee workers

Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker announced an additional $10 million investment in a training program aimed at migrant and refugee workers.

Feb 26 โ€ข 12:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Trump invited the mother of the murdered Ukrainian refugee to Congress - 'A woman who has gone through hell'

In a moving moment during his State of the Union address, President Donald Trump mentioned the case of Iryna Zarutska, a Ukrainian refugee who was murdered in North Carolina last August.

Feb 26 โ€ข 07:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

In a Syrian refugee camp, children dream of tasting ice cream in Australia

Children in a Syrian refugee camp express their desire to return to Australia and enjoy simple pleasures like ice cream, despite their current hardships.

Feb 26 โ€ข 01:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Nearly blind refugee abandoned by US border patrol found dead in Buffalo

A nearly blind Burmese refugee, Nurul Amin Shah Alam, was found dead in Buffalo after being abandoned by US border patrol following his release from custody.

Feb 25 โ€ข 22:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Chrysochoidis: The Evros is impregnable, refugee flows have been reduced to zero

Greek Minister of Citizen Protection Michalis Chrysochoidis claims that the Evros region is secure, with refugee flows completely halted and significant border patrol efforts underway.

Feb 25 โ€ข 19:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

Pam Bondi criticizes Democrats for not standing for grieving mother of murdered refugee at SOTU

Attorney General Pam Bondi criticized Democrats for not standing to honor the grieving mother of Iryna Zarutska during President Trump's State of the Union address.

Feb 25 โ€ข 16:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

A refugee in England randomly stabbed a nine-year-old girl playing outside. He received a life sentence.

A refugee in England received a life sentence for the fatal stabbing of a nine-year-old girl playing outside.

Feb 25 โ€ข 14:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

UK suspension of refugee family reunion scheme to be challenged in high court

A legal challenge is set to occur against the UK Home Office's decision to suspend the refugee family reunion scheme.

Feb 25 โ€ข 13:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Sky News
World

Harry and Meghan arrive in Jordan for refugee summit

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have arrived in Jordan for a two-day summit aimed at addressing refugee needs in the region.

Feb 25 โ€ข 11:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

Serhijs from the Kherson region begins everything with a prayer

Serhijs, a refugee from the Kherson region, shares his experiences of fleeing war and adjusting to life in Latvia.

Feb 25 โ€ข 09:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Trump mentions murdered Ukrainian refugee Iryna Zarutska during address to Congress

During his address to Congress, President Donald Trump highlighted the tragic murder of Iryna Zarutska, a 23-year-old Ukrainian refugee, emphasizing concerns over repeat offenders.

Feb 25 โ€ข 04:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

Riga Ukrainian Secondary School has been accepting refugee children since 2014

The Riga Ukrainian Secondary School has been providing education to several hundred Ukrainian war refugees since 2014, teaching them in Latvian and addressing challenges in language comprehension.

Feb 25 โ€ข 03:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

DN Debate. "Demonstrating at the keyboard is not enough"

The article argues that public mobilization is essential for changing Swedish asylum policies, which oscillate between periods of solidarity and restriction.

Feb 24 โ€ข 19:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Sister of 'ISIS bride' says she was 14 when she married a terrorist

The sister of an Australian woman stuck in a Syrian refugee camp claims that her sibling was groomed into marrying an Islamic State fighter at the age of 14.

Feb 24 โ€ข 18:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ National Post
National & Local

'Massive boondoggle': Conservatives take aim at health coverage for rejected refugee claimants

The Conservative Party of Canada has introduced a motion in Parliament to limit health care benefits for rejected asylum claimants, citing rising costs of the health program.

Feb 24 โ€ข 18:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Aktuรกlnฤ›.cz
National & Local

Tired of War: Czechs' Support for Ukraine Among the Lowest in Europe

A recent Eurobarometer survey reveals that while Czechs show moments of solidarity with Ukraine, they are among the most skeptical nations in Europe regarding refugee acceptance and military aid.

Feb 24 โ€ข 13:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
National & Local

Yaroslav, 35: 'Ukraine will never be the same'

Yaroslav Getman, a 35-year-old man from Kyiv, reflects on the enduring impact of the war in Ukraine on his life and family since the Russian invasion began in February 2022.

Feb 24 โ€ข 12:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Denรญk N
National & Local

He fled from Bucha, now studies in England and wants to return to help Ukraine. 'I have no other plans,' he says

A young Ukrainian, Hlib Takadzhi, recounts his escape from Bucha amidst the Russian invasion and shares his aspirations to return and assist Ukraine after studying in England.

Feb 24 โ€ข 09:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด VG
National & Local

Requesting the settlement of 16,000 refugees this year โ€“ 3,000 more than initially estimated

Norway's labor and inclusion ministry has raised the target for refugee resettlement in 2026 from 13,000 to 16,000, citing increasing global instability.

Feb 24 โ€ข 06:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด VG
National & Local

The Government Requests Resettlement of 16,000 Refugees This Year โ€“ 3,000 More Than Initially Estimated

Norwegian authorities have increased their refugee resettlement target for 2026 to 16,000, citing a need for greater capacity due to rising refugee numbers.

Feb 24 โ€ข 05:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ National Post
National & Local

FIRST READING: Overwhelmed by asylum claims, Ottawa coped by ignoring security protocols

Canada's Immigration and Refugee Board eliminated many security screening protocols, resulting in 25,000 asylum claimants receiving refugee status without in-person interviews due to the overwhelming number of claims.

Feb 23 โ€ข 16:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Refugee Accommodations: Provisions Do Not Solve Problems

The debate over temporary housing containers for refugees in Grรถbenzell highlights the ongoing issues in providing adequate accommodations despite a decrease in asylum seekers.

Feb 23 โ€ข 10:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Accommodation for Refugees: District Office Pays Luxury Rent for Demolition Houses and Containers

The Fรผrstenfeldbruck District Office is being criticized for paying high rents for refugee accommodations, raising concerns about transparency and financial management.

Feb 23 โ€ข 09:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Ukrainian Oleksandr Kazakov is safe in Jyvรคskylรค - feels hope and shame about it

Oleksandr Kazakov, an 18-year-old Ukrainian, reflects on his journey from being a displaced refugee to receiving permanent municipal status in Jyvรคskylรค, Finland, amid the backdrop of the ongoing war in Ukraine.

Feb 23 โ€ข 08:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

NSW prepares for possible return of Islamic State-linked women and children from Syria

New South Wales authorities are gearing up for the potential return of Australian women and children linked to Islamic State as discussions with federal agencies intensify.

Feb 23 โ€ข 07:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
World

Al-Hol Refugee Camp Empties โ€“ No One Knows Where They Went

Thousands of people have fled from the Al-Hol refugee camp in northeastern Syria amidst chaos, and their current whereabouts are uncertain.

Feb 21 โ€ข 17:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

The heaviest since the Nakba.. Destruction erases Ramadan customs in the camps of northern Samaria

This Ramadan, northern West Bank refugee camps have faced unprecedented destruction and displacement, severely impacting communal traditions and livelihoods.

Feb 21 โ€ข 13:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Israeli Airstrike on Ain al-Hilweh Camp in Lebanon: What are the details?

An Israeli airstrike on the Ain al-Hilweh refugee camp in southern Lebanon has resulted in the deaths of two people and injuries to three others.

Feb 21 โ€ข 05:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

From Humanity's Time โŸฉ Mari-Ann Kelam. The Lighter of the Republic's Liberty

Mari-Ann Kelam shares her experiences and reflections on the importance of freedom for Estonia and her family's journey from the country during the war.

Feb 20 โ€ข 22:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
World

Several dead in Israeli attacks in Lebanon

At least eight people have been killed in two Israeli attacks in Lebanon targeting Palestinian refugee camps and Hezbollah positions.

Feb 20 โ€ข 19:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

What messages does Israel have from the new escalation in Lebanon?

Israel has intensified its military operations in Lebanon, conducting airstrikes that have resulted in multiple casualties, particularly in the Ain al-Hilweh refugee camp and Baalbek region.

Feb 20 โ€ข 19:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Sports

Skier forced to flee country over political views after Winter Olympics ban makes history

Belarusian skier Darya Dolidovich, banned from competing at the Winter Olympics due to her family's political views, has made history competing for a refugee team after fleeing to Poland.

Feb 20 โ€ข 18:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด NRK
World

Israel attacked refugee camp in Lebanon

Israel carried out a drone strike on the Ain al-Hilweh Palestinian refugee camp in Lebanon, resulting in three deaths and twelve injuries according to Lebanese media.

Feb 20 โ€ข 17:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
World

Lebanon: Israeli strike on largest Palestinian refugee camp โ€“ One dead

An Israeli airstrike on the Ain al-Hilweh Palestinian refugee camp in southern Lebanon resulted in one death and multiple injuries, as Israel claims it targeted Hamas operations.

Feb 20 โ€ข 17:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

Palestinian Red Crescent: Two Martyrs in Israeli Airstrike on the Ain al-Hilweh Camp in Lebanon

The Palestinian Red Crescent reported two fatalities from an Israeli airstrike that targeted a building in the Ain al-Hilweh refugee camp in Lebanon.

Feb 20 โ€ข 14:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

REVIEW: Ambitious debut I Was a Foreigner looks at the topic of the refugee crisis from various perspectives

The article reviews an ambitious debut film that addresses the refugee crisis from multiple viewpoints.

Feb 20 โ€ข 14:51 UTC
๐ŸŒ Africanews
World

UN Goodwill Ambassador Kristin Davis meets refugees in South Sudan

Kristin Davis, a UN Goodwill Ambassador, recently visited refugee sites in South Sudan amid the humanitarian crisis exacerbated by the ongoing war in neighboring Sudan.

Feb 20 โ€ข 14:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Acquittal of politicians in Staffanstorp stands โ€“ the prosecutor will not appeal

The acquittal of six politicians in Staffanstorp over a controversial decision regarding refugee prioritization remains unchanged, as the prosecutor has confirmed no appeal will be filed.

Feb 20 โ€ข 12:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Angela Merkel: Service for Germany

The article explores Angela Merkel's reflections and uncertainties regarding her potential candidacy for Chancellor in the 2017 federal elections following the 2015 refugee crisis.

Feb 20 โ€ข 10:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Angela Merkel: Service for Germany

The article discusses Angela Merkel's uncertain future as Chancellor of Germany following the 2015 refugee crisis, highlighting her contemplation of running for re-election in 2017.

Feb 20 โ€ข 10:11 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Rwanda: How One Child Refugee's Journey Changed Hearing Care in Rwanda

Selva Nesar, a child refugee from Afghanistan, inspired the launch of Rwanda's cochlear implant program, transforming the country's approach to inclusive hearing healthcare.

Feb 20 โ€ข 07:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Watch.. How Mesut ร–zil Captured the Hearts of Rohingya Refugee Children?

Retired German footballer Mesut ร–zil won the hearts of Rohingya refugee children during a friendly match in Bangladesh.

Feb 20 โ€ข 07:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
National & Local

Several municipalities will not resettle a single refugee this year

Many municipalities in Norway have decided not to resettle any refugees this year, jeopardizing the goal of resettling 13,000 refugees by 2026.

Feb 20 โ€ข 06:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

The 'Red Court' Launches Its Attack. La Russa Takes the Field: Abnormal Sentence

The ruling by the Palermo Court regarding compensation to the NGO Sea Watch ignites a conflict between the government and the judiciary in Italy.

Feb 20 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Kyiv Independent
National & Local

Polish president ends special refugee support system for Ukrainians, shifts assistance to general foreigner protections

Polish President Karol Nawrocki has transitioned specific support for Ukrainian refugees to a general foreigner protection framework.

Feb 19 โ€ข 22:52 UTC

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