"Most Iraqi refugees cannot return to Iraq in view of the severe trauma they experienced there, the uncertainty linked to the coming Iraqi elections, the security issues and the lack of basic services," a UNHCR statement quoted Jolie as saying. "They will, therefore, be in need of continued support from the international community."
Friday, October 2, 2009
Angelina Jolie on Iraqi Refugees
The actress, a UNHCR goodwill ambassador, met with Iraqi refugees in Syria.
International Criminal Court to Address Post-Election Violence in Kenya
After Kenya missed the deadline to address last year's post-election violence, Luis Moreno-Ocampo, the Chief Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court, has said the ICC will now prosecute those believed to be responsible.
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