refugees
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In 2022, South Korea helped roughly 400 Afghans leave their country after the Taliban seized power, but it designated them as “special contributors” rather than refugees because they had employment ties with South Korean agencies.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026
In 2018, the arrival of more than 500 Yemeni refugees brought domestic criticism and protests.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026
For net migration comparisons, only countries that include asylum seekers or refugees in their immigration figures are included.
From BBC • May 21, 2026
She said certain groups, including refugees, older adults and those with disabilities, would be left especially vulnerable.
From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026
It just made life more wretched for everyone, particularly for the refugees in the streets.
From "An Elephant in the Garden" by Michael Morpurgo
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