Iraqi politician and UN refugee chief
Eight sources including diplomats and aid workers say Washington is weighing disengagement from UNHCR, potentially halting funding and stepping back from its governing role. A decision had been expected last week, but lobbying may have delayed action. State Department says no changes to engagement while reviewing participation in international bodies.
The 1951 Refugee Convention has shaped protections for millions, but fragmentation is rising amid record displacement. EU dialogue, U.S. policy shifts, and new consultations aim to reform protection by 2027.