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Barham Salih, UN High Commissioner for Refugees

Video. Iran war impact on civilians 'profound,' UNHCR chief tells Euronews

Updated: 25/03/2026 - 12:05 GMT+1

The impact for civilians across the region is "profound" and poses a "terrible humanitarian challenge," UN refugee agency chief Barham Salih told Euronews' morning show Europe Today.

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