The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) reports a decrease in the global number of refugees for the first time in years. Despite this decline, the UNHCR warns that new risks are emerging, stemming from increased forced returns of displaced people to unstable regions. Unresolved global crises continue to contribute to displacement and potential future refugee flows. UNHCR head Filippo Grandi is urging increased attention to the underlying causes of displacement and improved protection for those forced to return. The report highlights the precarious situation of many returnees facing ongoing instability and lack of adequate support. While fewer people are currently classified as refugees, the conditions for potential future displacement remain significant. The UNHCR emphasizes the need for sustained international cooperation to address these challenges.