Global Refugee Numbers to Increase by 20% Next Year with Over 500,000 Refugees Displaced Due to Conflicts

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On International Refugee Day, data from the United Nations shows that by 2025, over 2.9 million refugees globally will require resettlement, marking a 20% increase in refugee numbers, primarily due to conflicts. Italy facing a surge in migrant crossings from North Africa and the Middle East, is establishing reception centers in Albania following the UK model of 'outsourcing processing.' Gaza faces potential outbreaks of infectious diseases and famine due to summer heat and sewage issues, with over a million refugees at risk. The Yemeni rebels continue to pose threats on Red Sea trade routes, impacting aid access for domestic refugees. The article emphasizes the escalating challenges faced by refugees globally, particularly in conflict-stricken regions.

Source: YAHOO

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