German Chancellor Merz Aims to Return 80% of Syrian Refugees Following Controversial Meeting with Al-Scharaa
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz hosted controversial Syrian interim President Ahmed al-Scharaa in Berlin, announcing plans to repatriate 80% of Syrian refugees within three years. The goal has sparked severe domestic backlash and highlighted internal government divisions regarding the safety and feasibility of mass returns.
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