UNHCR High Commissioner's Comments on Mediterranean Drownings
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The High Commissioner for Refugees António Guterres expressed shock at news from the Mediterranean that hundreds of people were missing after their boat sank and called anew for urgent action to prevent such tragedies in the future. UPDATE 23 April 2015: more than 800 people are now feared dead from the incident - read more: http://www.unrefugees.org.au/news-and-media/news-headlines/europe-unhcr-gives-qualified-welcome-to-eu-mediterranean-plans --- Subscribe to our Channel to stay up to date with the latest in refugee news and crises: https://www.youtube.com/user/Aus4unhcr UNHCR, the UN refugee agency, works to protect and assist those fleeing war and persecution. Since 1950, UNHCR has helped tens of millions of people find safety and rebuild their lives. With your support, we can restore hope for many more.
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Published to Youtube on: 23/04/2015
Archived on: 08/10/2025
Original URL (may no longer be available): https://youtube.com/watch?v=zZNRZK8vpD0