Emergencies

When violence breaks out and disaster strikes, donor support allows UNHCR to move directly into action.

UNHCR is often the first and last responder when refugee crises break out. With the capacity to have staff and equipment on the ground within 72 hours, we not only respond to urgent needs, but also protect the rights of refugees while working to provide them with a better future.

Learn more about UNHCR's emergency response

Winter Emergency

This Winter, harsh temperatures affect millions of vulnerable people across the Middle East, Afghanistan and Ukraine.

Sudan Crisis: UNHCR Responds to the World’s Largest Displacement Emergency

Over 11,6 million people have fled deadly conflict in Sudan. Learn how UNHCR provides refugees and displaced families with food, water, shelter, and medical care.

Syria: a country devastated by war

While a fragile peace has put an end to 13 years of conflict, millions of Syrians remain displaced and dependent on humanitarian assistance.

Ukraine Emergency: UNHCR’s Response to Support Displaced Families

In Ukraine, the crisis has forced over 10 million people to flee their homes.

Horn of Africa emergency

The Horn of Africa region is experiencing the worst drought in over 40 years. Cattle are dehydrated and dying, crops are failing, leaving thousands of people with no choice but to flee their homes.

Afghanistan Humanitarian Crisis: How UNHCR Supports Displaced Families

More than four decades of conflict have displaced millions of Afghans. Today, the situation has reached a new critical point. UNHCR is on the ground to provide life-saving assistance to the internally displaced, and to refugees in neighbouring countries.

Rohingya Crisis: UNHCR Supporting One of the World’s Most Urgent Humanitarian Emergencies

The Rohingya crisis is one of the world’s most urgent humanitarian emergencies. Learn how UNHCR protects Rohingya refugees facing persecution and the denial of their rights.

Crisis in the Mediterranean

For refugees and migrants, travelling between Africa and Europe remains one of the deadliest journeys in the world. Thousands of people die and the people who survive experience severe trauma.

The Venezuela crisis

The political, social and economic crisis Venezuela is currently going through has brought about violence, insecurity and the deterioration of basic human rights. Shortages in food, medicine and essential services are making matters worse.

News

Our latest news in relation with the emergencies.

Our latest news

UNHCR mobilizing across region as Middle East crisis escalates

Staff at UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, are mobilizing from Iran and Afghanistan to Lebanon and Syria to support people forced to flee their homes as the regional crisis intensifies

Emergency

Wed 04/03/2026 - 08:12

UNHCR deeply concerned by Middle East escalation and impact on civilians

Emergency

Tue 03/03/2026 - 13:13

Escalating violence in Sudan’s El Fasher forces thousands to flee

UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, is deeply concerned as escalating, brutal violence in El Fasher, the capital of Sudan’s North Darfur region, has forced thousands of civilians to flee.

Emergency

Mon 03/11/2025 - 15:13

Crisis in Sudan: 5 things to know about one of the worst humanitarian crises

Since 2023, the war in Sudan has displaced more than 12 million people. Discover 5 key facts and how you can help refugees.

Emergency

Tue 01/04/2025 - 07:17

Three years of war in Ukraine: refugee stories of strength and hope

Three years into the Ukraine war, UNHCR continues providing aid, protection & hope to refugees and displaced families. Learn how you can help.

Emergency

Fri 21/02/2025 - 08:20

Millions of people protected with your support in 2024

In 2024, UNHCR faced numerous challenges, responding to 43 emergencies, including conflicts, climate disasters, and disease outbreaks. With 91% of its workforce in the field, UNHCR provided critical aid and protection to millions of displaced people.

Emergency

Thu 30/01/2025 - 16:02

Heavy air strikes on Lebanon: Tens of thousands of displaced people need help

Emergency

Tue 24/09/2024 - 17:39