Germany Ends Syrian Asylum

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz declared Syria's civil war over, ending asylum grounds in Germany.
Conservatives push stricter migration policies amid rising Alternative for Germany polls ahead of elections.
Asylum applications in Germany fell 55% in October 2025, with only 1,000 Syrians returning via federal assistance.
UN warns Syria's conditions prevent large-scale repatriations, as 70% rely on humanitarian aid.
Government separates asylum and labor migration, creating a Work-and-Stay agency to assist Syria's reconstruction.

Politics | Migration | Reconstruction

Germany | Syria

Alexander Dobrindt | Friedrich Merz | Ahmed al-Sharaa | Angela Merkel

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