Kabul, June 27 -- The United Nations has reported that 2.5 million refugees globally will require resettlement in 2026, with Afghan nationals comprising the largest group in need, according to a report cited by TOLO News.

UN Secretary-General's spokesperson Stephane Dujarric said, "Speaking of refugees, our friends at UNHCR today released a report estimating that 2.5 million refugees worldwide will need to be resettled next year."

UNHCR said that while the figure remains high, annual resettlement needs have decreased for next year -- down from 2.9 million in 2025 -- even as the global number of refugees continues to grow. This is mainly due to the changed situation in Syria, which has allowed for voluntary returns. UNHCR said that for 2...