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The Iraqi Refugee Crisis: Humanitarian and Political ImplicationsJul 2 2007 - 3:00pm - 4:00pm Nir Rosen, Ken Bacon, Ambassador Wendy Chamberlin One of the major consequences of the Iraq war, now in its fifth year, has been the growing tide of refugees fleeing the country. With as many as two million Iraqis leaving their homeland in recent years, the majority absorbed by Syria, the situation has evolved into a humanitarian crisis that must be addressed. To further explore this critical issue, the Middle East Institute will host Nir Rosen, Ken Bacon, and Ambassador Wendy Chamberlin for a discussion on the current situation and regional impact of Iraqi refugees. |