{
  "id": 14522140,
  "title": "Qatar affirms continued support to UNHCR for humanitarian responses",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/13/qatar-affirms-continued-support-to-unhcr-for-humanitarian-responses",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-13T21:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Gulf Times",
    "slug": "gulf-times",
    "url": "https://www.gulf-times.com/article/735820/qatar/qatar-affirms-continued-support-to-unhcr-for-humanitarian-responses"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Qatar has reaffirmed its steadfast support for the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) in delivering humanitarian aid to refugees, displaced individuals, and their host communities worldwide. This dedication, highlighted by Second Secretary Abdulaziz Mohammed al-Mansouri at the 77th session of the UNHCR Executive Committee in Geneva, has contributed to supporting over 9.5 million refugees and displaced people by providing vital assistance, services, and protection.\n\nAl-Mansouri expressed gratitude for UNHCR's efforts under the leadership of High Commissioner Dr Barham Salih, who coordinates international responses to protect refugees and secure a brighter future for them. He staunchly opposed any attempts to forcibly displace Palestinians or alter the demographics of the occupied Palestinian territory. Al-Mansouri urged the international community to pressure Israel to cease its settlement and expansionist plans, while advocating for UNRWA's support and a just resolution to the Palestinian refugee issue in line with international law and UN resolutions.\n\nMarking the 75th anniversary of the 1951 Refugee Convention, al-Mansouri emphasized the importance of bolstering international refugee protection and upholding international law. The State of Qatar has backed the Global Compact on Refugees and hopes that the 2027 Global Refugee Forum will renew commitments and forge new partnerships. Qatar remains committed to strengthening its cooperation with UNHCR and other organizations, driven by the belief that international solidarity and the protection of human dignity are shared responsibilities.\n\nFrom 2012 to June 2026, the Qatar Fund for Development (QFFD) provided more than USD544 million in aid to refugees and host countries, funding education, health, relief, and economic growth initiatives. The Education Above All (EAA) Foundation has recently renewed its cooperation with UNHCR to enable 200,000 refugee children out of school to access education by 2028. The Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) and UNHCR have completed a QFFD-funded project to improve health care access and strengthen the referral system for Syrian refugees in Jordan.\n\nAl-Mansouri highlighted the significance of preventive diplomacy, mediation, and resolving conflicts peacefully to prevent forced displacement and create conditions for voluntary return and rebuilding lives. Dr Barham Salih acknowledged Qatar's partnership and unwavering support for refugees, particularly in education and emergency response while upholding international law. He praised ongoing efforts to help refugee children enroll in schools and reach the goal of assisting 200,000 refugee children out of school by 2028.",
  "summary": "The State of Qatar emphasised that, over the past several years, it has strengthened its position as a strategic partner of the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) through its continued support for humanitarian...",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
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    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "The Peninsula Qatar",
        "title": "Qatar affirms commitment to UNHCR strategic partnership through continued support for humanitarian responses",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/14/qatar-affirms-commitment-to-unhcr-strategic-partnership-through",
        "published": "2026-10-14T18:15:57.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}