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6 refugees speak out as UN-backed treaty to help people fleeing war and persecution marks 75 years
The 75th anniversary of the 1951 Refugee Convention highlights its role in protecting people fleeing war and persecution, but challenges include strained adherence by countries and U.S. policies under Donald Trump sending asylum seekers to third countries. Over 41 million refugees remain displaced, with six refugees sharing their experiences of persecution and reliance on the treaty.
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