Refugees, Displaced People And Migrants

UN Security Council must act immediately to stop "bloodbath" in Sri Lanka - 11 May 2009

The horrific condition facing civilians in north eastern Sri Lanka has been described as a “bloodbath” by the United Nations.

Migrants put at risk as border disputes delay rescue efforts - 7 May 2009

The lives of migrants and asylum-seekers have been put at risk by a squabble between the Italian and Maltese authorities over their obligations to respond to maritim

Pakistan displacement crisis worsens as fighting spreads - 30 April 2009

At least 65,000 people are now in need of assistance as fighting continues between government forces and the Taleban.

Pakistan faces displacement crisis as thousands more flee fighting - 28 April 2009

At least 33,000 civilians have abandoned their homes to avoid clashes between Pakistani security forces and the Taleban, joining over half a million already displaced

Civilian casualties continue to mount in Sri Lanka - 24 April 2009

The United Nations (UN) now estimates that more than 6,500 civilians have died and 13000 injured in the fighting in the north eastern region of Sri Lanka.

Pakistanis abused by Taleban speak out - 23 April 2009

People living in Buner, just 60 miles from the Pakistan capital Islamabad, have revealed how abusive and repressive Taleban groups have seized the area, imposing thei

Turkey fails to protect asylum-seekers - 22 April 2009

The Turkish government's disregard for international law is shown by its persistence in forcibly returning people to countries where their lives may be at risk.

Civilian casualties rising in Sri Lanka conflict - 21 April 2009

More than 4,500 civilians are believed to have died in the fighting according to UN estimates in north eastern region in Sri Lanka.

No progress in Chechnya without accountability - 17 April 2009

There can be no stability and security for the people of Chechnya, until those responsible for gross human rights abuses in the country over the last 10 years are brou

Immediate humanitarian truce needed in Sri Lanka to help trapped civilians - 17 April 2009

Around 100,000 desperate civilians still trapped in the conflict zone, require urgent humanitarian aid as reports emerge that food and medical supplies are running lo