German chancellor clarifies Syrian refugee comments after backlash
Published on March 31, 2026.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has clarified his comments regarding the return of Syrian refugees to their homeland after widespread backlash. Economists and politicians have warned that such a mass departure could have a significant economic impact. The Syrian president has stated that 80% of returnees within three years will be returned.
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