persecution
Coverage of persecution in the Nexus archive.
- Iran-Egypt ‘Pride Match’ Stirs Conversation About Persecution
A match between Iran and Egypt in Seattle became a 'Pride Match' as fans displayed Progress Pride flags, sparking discussions about persecution. The event highlighted social issues through the symbolism of the flags during the international soccer game.
- Asylum seekers may be turned away at the southern border, Supreme Court rules
The Supreme Court ruled to sharply limit the right to asylum for migrants who say they are fleeing persecution. Asylum seekers may now be turned away at the southern border.
- Nearly 118 million people were displaced by conflict, persecution last year, UN says
The U.N. refugee agency reported that nearly 118 million people were displaced by conflict or persecution in 2025. This marks the first decrease in forced displacement in a decade.
- One in 70 people worldwide is forcibly displaced: UNHCR
The UNHCR reports that 117.8 million people worldwide are forcibly displaced due to conflict, violence, and persecution. This represents one in 70 people globally being displaced against their will.