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Almost 200,000 Flee Violence in Pakistan
Following an offensive by Pakistani forces against militants, as many as 190,000 Pakistanis and Afghans have fled their homes, according to reports given to the UN High Commission Refugees. Most refugees, running from the clashes along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border, are staying with host families in either country.
In the Bajaur region of Pakistan, government jets hit insurgent trenches, killing five, today.
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Ben Affleck Debuts His "Gimme Shelter" Congo Video to UN
Ben Affleck went in front of the UN yesterday to present a short film he directed, with the help of Mick Jagger and cinematographer John Toll, to launch a new $23 million initiative to help Congolese refugees. The short, "Gimme Shelter" is set to the classic Rolling Stones song used with permission, and was shot last month when Affleck made a trip to visit refugee camps in the Congo. From here, the film will be released worldwide to help raise awareness about UNHCR and the needs of the 1.3 million displaced people in the area.Shiloh and Zahara Are Stylish Sisters in Hats
Support for the UNHCR starts early in the Jolie-Pitt family! Shiloh was sporting one of the organizations famous blue hats — which we've seen Angelina wear once or twice — at the grocery store with Zahara, Brad and Angelina in late September. The family was out buying food in France and while Angelina and Brad checked out the produce, little tomboy Shiloh was all about her junk food.
Angelina Poses Pretty and Smiles With Troops in Iraq
Angelina Jolie cozied up to some soldiers while she was visiting troops and refugees in Baghdad, Iraq yesterday. She joked around and smiled big between more serious moments when she spoke to officials about the situation in the country. From there, Angelina was off to Amman, Jordan to visit with the Arab Children's Congress, where she was honored for her work with the UNHCR.
Angelina Stops Off In Baghdad Before Being Honored in Jordan
Angelina Jolie arrived in Baghdad, Iraq today to visit and speak with refugees as a UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador. She was spotted earlier this week leaving LA with Maddox, so he's along to get a firsthand look at his mom's activist side in the middle east. Angelina's day trip to Baghdad comes before she is scheduled to attend the 24th annual Arab Children's Congress in Amman, Jordan, which also begins today.
Angelina Arrives in DC With Her Boys to See Anderson
Angelina Jolie touched down in Washington DC today accompanied by her two older sons Pax and Maddox. The actress is in town ahead of World Refugee Day, though her meeting with Hillary Clinton was canceled after the secretary of state fell and broke her elbow, needing surgery.
Angelina is still appearing on Anderson Cooper 360 tonight to discuss her work with the UNHCR and World Refugee Day — the Jolie-Pitts' recent donation of $1 million is only the latest gesture from the couple toward the cause that means so much to them.
Angelina Jolie Visits Refugee Camps in Thailand, Issues Plea
After bringing the whole family to Japan last week, Angelina took a detour before heading home. As part of her UNHCR United Nations Human Rights work, she traveled to Thailand to pay a visit to the camps filled with Myanmar refugees, some who have been there for their entire lives. Angelina sat down to talk to refugees, including teenage girls and young women very scared about what their future holds.
Group of Clowns Among Iraqi Refugees Fleeing Violence
The Happy Family Clown Group recently fled Iraq after two of its members were senselessly murdered. Unsure of why they were targeted, the three remaining clowns sought exile in Syria, a country that receives 1,000 Iraqis refugees each day.
The Iraqi clowns registered with the United Nation's refugee agency (UNHCR).
Angelina Heads To Iraq
After spending the weekend in NYC with her adorable family, Angelina took off once again, this time for Syria and Iraq. As a UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador, she headed overseas to meet with refugees and American troops. She said:
"I have come to Syria and Iraq to help draw attention to the humanitarian crisis and to urge governments to increase their support for UNHCR and its partners.
Violence on Pakistan Border Causes Thousands to Flee
Yesterday, al Qaeda released a video criticizing the Pakistani government for having no concern over the welfare of Muslims. This after Pakistani officials reported a successful attack, which repelled nearly fifty militants attempting to cross from Afghanistan into Pakistan. Skirmishes like these are increasing as both American and Pakistani troops begin a new offensive to root out both Taliban and al Qaeda troops who have found refuge along the Afghanistan-Pakistan border.
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