Refugees
The Syrians in European Limbo
The fall of Bashar al-Assad’s regime brought euphoria to millions of Syrians in exile, but also created political and legal uncertainty. As some European states suspend asylum claims or discuss revoking refugee status, activists are campaigning for temporary return permits that would allow Syrians to reconnect without losing protection.
How the Far Right Wields AI
Across Europe, far-right parties are weaponizing generative AI to produce hyperbolic, Islamophobic and anti-refugee visuals that spread rapidly on social media, amplifying disinformation and fueling hostility.
Gaza’s Beloved Deserves To Live
The story of one bereaved family in Gaza captures the loss and resilience of Palestine in the face of ruthless colonization and genocide.
Lost in a Land That Was Once Ours
In a shared taxi ride across Gaza’s desolate landscape, Lujayn, a young Palestinian writer, witnesses eight decades of Palestinian loss and displacement recounted in a common experience of pain and dispossession.
The Untold Story of Polish Refugees in Uganda
During World War II, thousands of Polish refugees, mostly women and children, were displaced by Soviet and Nazi aggression. Many ended up in British territories, including Uganda, where they settled in remote camps, facing hardship but also benefiting from racial hierarchy.
The Women Helping the Afghan Refugee Community Connect with Literature and Culture in Delhi
In Delhi, two Afghan women are teaching the Dari language to children of fellow refugees, born far from their homeland. Beyond the needs of survival, they insist, refugees deserve beauty, joy and connection to their cultural heritage.
Heartache and Hope at Syria’s Border With Jordan
Since the fall of the Assad regime, the movement of people into Syria from Jordan has surged. Many arrive at the Jaber-Nasib crossing hoping for news about loved ones long imprisoned or disappeared in Syria, a lucky few reuniting after long years of torment.