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News Comment by Vincent Cochetel, UNHCR’s Special Envoy for the Central Mediterranean Situation, on the first evacuation of refugees from Libya to Niger

“I’m pleased to announce that a first group of 25 extremely vulnerable refugees were evacuated, Saturday 11 November, from Libya to Niger by UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency.

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Lebanon's PM Assures Country He Will Be Home 'Very Soon'

Lebanon's prime minister, Saad Hariri, assured the country Sunday he will come home "very soon" from Saudi Arabia, where he announced his stunning resignation last November 4.

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WFP concerned about high malnutrition rates among Rohingya refugees in Cox’s Bazar

The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) is redoubling its efforts to address malnutrition among refugees in Cox’s Bazar but warns that a broader effort is needed because clean water, toilets and health facilities are just as vital as food in...

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Convicted Greek Terrorist Gets Prison Furlough; Victims Angry

A convicted Greek anarchist serving life in prison for 11 terrorist assassinations began a two-day furlough Thursday, infuriating the families of his victims.

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