German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul reversed his earlier remarks that Syrians in Germany would not return voluntarily, saying the state “has the possibility of forcing it.” His statement followed Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s call to begin repatriations, declaring the Syrian civil war over. Wadephul added that Syrians should be encouraged to return and rebuild their country. The remarks sparked renewed debate in Germany over refugee policy.
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