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Germany's chancellor said 80% of Syrians should return to their home country in the next three years. Syrians in Germany are outraged.

According to Chancellor Friedrich Merz, 80% of Syrians living in Germany are to return to their home country within the next three years. The chancellor's remark has drawn fierce criticism. Grouped from 2 articles across 1 sources.

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DWApr 1, 2026, 11:48 AM

Germany's chancellor said 80% of Syrians should return to their home country in the next three years. Syrians in Germany are outraged.

According to Chancellor Friedrich Merz, 80% of Syrians living in Germany are to return to their home country within the next three years. The chancellor's remark has drawn fierce criticism.

DWApr 1, 2026, 11:48 AM

Germany's Merz sees backlash over Syrian refugee comment

According to Chancellor Friedrich Merz, 80% of Syrians living in Germany are to return to their home country within the next three years. The chancellor's remark has drawn fierce criticism.

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