The U.S. government has a unique ability – and thus a unique responsibility – to press for an immediate de-escalation before the situation spins further out of control.
Public Call to NBA: Cancel Pre-Season Games in UAE in Solidarity with the People of Sudan
WASHINGTON—In an open letter released today, a growing coalition of human rights organizations and concerned citizens are calling on the NBA to cancel their October 4 and 6 pre-season games with the Boston Celtics and the Denver Nuggets in Abu Dhabi in light of the United Arab Emirate’s fueling of atrocities in Sudan. Groups including…
New Asylum Regulation an Unacceptable Violation of U.S. Responsibility toward People Fleeing Persecution
This regulation will increase the numbers of asylum seekers unable to access protection, irrespective of the merits of their asylum claims.
Refugees International Condemns the Killing of More Than 500 People, including Two UN Staff in Lebanon and Urges Restraint in Wider Escalation
Refugees International is deeply alarmed by the killing of more than 500 people – including two UNHCR staff – in Lebanon amid the rapid escalation of violence there.
UAE Must Stop Fueling Sudan Atrocities
The United Arab Emirates must immediately restrain their RSF client, to prevent the assault on El Fasher, and to halt any further military support to the RSF.
World Leaders Must Act In Face of New Atrocities in Darfur
Refugees International is alarmed by the recent attacks on civilians by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in and around El Fasher in Sudan’s North Darfur.
Refugees International Concerned by Growing Political Repression, Displacement Crisis in Venezuela
Refugees International is gravely concerned that the latest escalation of human rights violations in Venezuela will force more Venezuelans to flee their homes.
Refugees International Marks Rohingya Genocide Remembrance Day: Global Attention Needed As Violence Worsens
Rohingya refugees want to return to their homes in safety and dignity. But it remains far from safe to do so.
Israel’s Forced Displacement of Palestinians in Gaza “Humanitarian Zone” Threatens Collapse of Aid Response
Refugees International is deeply alarmed about new mandatory evacuation orders issued by Israeli authorities.
Refugees International Marks Grim World Humanitarian Day
Statement from Refugees International President Jeremy Konyndyk: “World Humanitarian Day commemorates the death of 23 people in the 2003 bombing of UN offices at the Canal Hotel in Baghdad. It is a day both to honor the commitment of humanitarians working in high-risk crises and to mourn and remember those we have lost. This year…