Refugees and Immigrants

Drowned Syrian boy in Iranian media

Iranian newspapers on Saturday brought into focus the horrifying image of a drowned Syrian child, Aylan.

Muslims die at sea; Nobel laureate keeps mum

The Rohingya Muslims have often been driven from their homes, because officials in Yangon do not recognize their civic rights and claim that they are Bengalis who should return to Bangladesh.

Fleeing persecution, boat people face the unknown at sea

A descriptive piece of writing by an Iranian author reflects what is in the hearts and minds of migrants in Southeast Asia when they set sail for an unknown, eventful destination.

Afghan media team visits refugees’ schools in Tehran

A media delegation from neighboring Afghanistan has visited Tehran-based schools where the Afghan refugees and nationals receive educational training.

Iran to offer free education services to Afghan children

The government of President Rouhani is trying to implement a plan which highlights equal treatment of Iranian and Afghan students.

Mistreatment of Afghan nationals by police is totally unacceptable: Official

After the release of a video featuring police mistreatment of a group of Afghan nationals, the Iranian top law enforcement officer ordered a full investigation.

Iran is to offer healthcare services to Afghan refugees

Iran’s Health Ministry is tasked with providing Afghan immigrants with basic healthcare services.

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