Women’s Voices in Conflict Zones – Recognition and Justice, Not Marginalization
When Life Falls with the Shells In conflict zones, it is not only shells that fall; the small details of life fall with them—homes, safety, memories, and even names. Too often, women’s stories disappear behind cold numbers and reports, as if prolonged pain becomes invisible. Yet women are not mere statistics; they are beating hearts […]
The High Commissioner for the Middle East and North Africa Welcomes and Appreciates the Decision of the President of the Syrian Arab Republic
Statement issued byDr. Majid Al-RukabiHigh Commissioner for the Middle East and North AfricaInternational Organization for Human Rights and Refugee Affairs The High Commissioner for the Middle East and North Africa, Dr. Majid Al-Rukabi, welcomes and appreciates Decree No. (13) of 2026 issued by the President of the Syrian Arab Republic, Ahmad Al-Shara, which affirmed that […]
Children Without a Childhood… When Protection Becomes a Responsibility, Not a Choice
Childhood in Times of Crisis In a world where conflicts and humanitarian disasters are rapidly escalating, children pay the highest price. Their childhood is taken from them before it even begins, as safety is replaced by fear and stability by fragility, during years that should have been a space for growth and dreams. When Rights […]
International Organization for Human Rights and Refugees Appoints Its High Commissioner in the Republic of Iraq
As part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen institutional and humanitarian action, the International Organization for Human Rights and Refugees (IOHR) announced the issuance of an official administrative decision appointing Mr. Abbas Al-Khafaji as High Commissioner of the organization in the Republic of Iraq, in accordance with the regulations and frameworks adopted by international organizations. […]
Human Rights… A Responsibility That Allows No Neutrality
Human rights are not a slogan raised on special occasions, nor an emotional discourse that circulates and is then forgotten. They are a legal and ethical framework that obliges individuals, institutions, and states to stand by the human being and to protect human dignity at all times and in all places. Human rights are not […]
Important official visit to Lebanon to promote human rights and support refugees
As part of its ongoing efforts to support refugees and the most vulnerable groups in the Middle East, the International Organization for Human Rights and Refugee Affairs conducted an official visit to Lebanon to strengthen cooperation with local official bodies and enhance strategic partnerships. Beirut’s Governor received a high-level delegation from the organization, headed by […]
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#Press_Statement Dr. Majed Rukbi – High Commissioner for the Middle East and North Africa at the International Organization for Human Rights and Refugees (IOHR): “The situation in Syria is catastrophic and calls for urgent international intervention and broad cooperation from all nations to help extinguish the fires and save what can still be saved.” Dr. […]
High Commissioner Majed Al-Rukabi Calls for International Solidarity with Latakia Wildfire Victims through the “Nafas” Campaign.
Here is the professional English translation of your official statement: Official Statement Dr. Majed Al-Rukabi – High Commissioner for the Middle East and North Africa at the International Organization for Human Rights and Refugee Affairs (IOHR): “In light of the escalating environmental and humanitarian disaster unfolding in rural Latakia and the Syrian coast due to […]
Launching the “Nafas – Your Right to Life” Campaign in Response to the Latakia Wildfire Disaster.
Here is your professional English translation: The International Organization for Human Rights and Refugee Affairs, in cooperation with the International Aviation Services Organization (IASO), has announced the launch of an urgent humanitarian campaign entitled “Nafas – Your Right to Life”, led by Dr. Majed Al-Rukabi, High Commissioner for the Middle East and North Africa. This […]
The Latakia Wildfire Disaster Reveals the Fragility of the Humanitarian Reality.
Since the beginning of July 2025, Latakia Governorate has been witnessing massive wildfires that have caused widespread destruction to forests and agricultural lands, with the burned area exceeding 10,000 hectares spread across 28 different areas in rural Latakia. These fires have not only devastated the environment but have also turned into a humanitarian disaster threatening […]