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5th Iranian Woman Footballer Gives Up Asylum In Australia, Returns Home
The Iranian authorities have welcomed the female soccer player's change of heart as a victory against Australia and US President Donald Trump. The Iranians livin in Australia blame pressure from Tehran.
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National Cricket League's Suresh Raina Welcomes, Takes Pictures With Afghan Refugees On Ground
2011 World Cup-winner Raina is one of the star attractions of the 10-over tournament organised by National Cricket League USA.
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India Donates $2.5 Million To UN Agency For Palestinian Refugees
India has donated USD 2.5 million to the UN agency for Palestinian refugees, prompting the UNRWA on Tuesday to welcome the generous contribution at a "difficult time", particularly in Gaza.
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"I Worry It May Trigger Violence": Rohingya Face Backlash In Bangladesh
Rohingya refugee Noor Kamal found a sympathetic welcome in Bangladesh when he fled the soldiers rampaging through his village -- but five years later, the hostility he now faces has left him pondering a dangerous return home.
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Ex-German Chancellor Wins UN Award For Resettling Syrian Refugees
Pointing to the more than 1.2 million asylum seekers welcomed by Germany in 2015 and 2016, the UNHCR selection committee hailed former Chancellor Angela Merkel's "leadership, courage and compassion."
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Scotland Houses Ukrainian Refugees On Cruise Ship Amid Ongoing War
Amid the ongoing war in eastern Europe, a cruise ship chartered by the Scottish government welcomed its first group of Ukrainian refugees on Tuesday.
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"Dear Passengers From Ukraine, Welcome...": Refugees Pour Into Germany
The loudspeaker announcement is nearly drowned out by the hubbub of passengers spilling out of the train from Warsaw, but it's a message many of them have been longing to hear: "Dear passengers from Ukraine, welcome to Berlin!"
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"We're Still In Tents": Arab Refugees See Bias As Europe Welcomes Ukrainians
Syrian refugee Ahmad al-Hariri, who fled the war in his country for neighbouring Lebanon 10 years ago, spent the last decade hoping in vain to escape to a new life in Europe.
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Saudi Teen Fleeing Family Granted Asylum In Canada
A Saudi woman who fled her family, claiming fear for her life, and used social media to amplify her calls for safe haven was granted asylum by Canada on Friday, an official in Thailand said.
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German Mayor Stabbed In Neck For Pro-Refugee Stance, Saved By Kebab Shop Owner
A German mayor who had won accolades for his welcoming approach to refugees was recovering Tuesday after being stabbed in the neck in an attack that authorities said was politically motivated.
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5th Iranian Woman Footballer Gives Up Asylum In Australia, Returns Home
The Iranian authorities have welcomed the female soccer player's change of heart as a victory against Australia and US President Donald Trump. The Iranians livin in Australia blame pressure from Tehran.
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National Cricket League's Suresh Raina Welcomes, Takes Pictures With Afghan Refugees On Ground
2011 World Cup-winner Raina is one of the star attractions of the 10-over tournament organised by National Cricket League USA.
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India Donates $2.5 Million To UN Agency For Palestinian Refugees
India has donated USD 2.5 million to the UN agency for Palestinian refugees, prompting the UNRWA on Tuesday to welcome the generous contribution at a "difficult time", particularly in Gaza.
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"I Worry It May Trigger Violence": Rohingya Face Backlash In Bangladesh
Rohingya refugee Noor Kamal found a sympathetic welcome in Bangladesh when he fled the soldiers rampaging through his village -- but five years later, the hostility he now faces has left him pondering a dangerous return home.
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Ex-German Chancellor Wins UN Award For Resettling Syrian Refugees
Pointing to the more than 1.2 million asylum seekers welcomed by Germany in 2015 and 2016, the UNHCR selection committee hailed former Chancellor Angela Merkel's "leadership, courage and compassion."
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Scotland Houses Ukrainian Refugees On Cruise Ship Amid Ongoing War
Amid the ongoing war in eastern Europe, a cruise ship chartered by the Scottish government welcomed its first group of Ukrainian refugees on Tuesday.
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"Dear Passengers From Ukraine, Welcome...": Refugees Pour Into Germany
The loudspeaker announcement is nearly drowned out by the hubbub of passengers spilling out of the train from Warsaw, but it's a message many of them have been longing to hear: "Dear passengers from Ukraine, welcome to Berlin!"
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"We're Still In Tents": Arab Refugees See Bias As Europe Welcomes Ukrainians
Syrian refugee Ahmad al-Hariri, who fled the war in his country for neighbouring Lebanon 10 years ago, spent the last decade hoping in vain to escape to a new life in Europe.
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Saudi Teen Fleeing Family Granted Asylum In Canada
A Saudi woman who fled her family, claiming fear for her life, and used social media to amplify her calls for safe haven was granted asylum by Canada on Friday, an official in Thailand said.
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German Mayor Stabbed In Neck For Pro-Refugee Stance, Saved By Kebab Shop Owner
A German mayor who had won accolades for his welcoming approach to refugees was recovering Tuesday after being stabbed in the neck in an attack that authorities said was politically motivated.
