Migration U-Turn of Germany: 10 years on, from we can do it of Merkel to deportations
Aug 31, 2025 #Germany #AngelaMerkel #2015RefugeeCrisis
Germany's decision to welcome Syrian refugees in 2015 has had lasting impacts on both th
Aug 31, 2025 #Germany #AngelaMerkel #2015RefugeeCrisis
Germany's decision to welcome Syrian refugees in 2015 has had lasting impacts on both the newcomers and German society.
Nearly 900,000 Syrians have claimed asylum since then, with about half arriving in 2015-2016.
While some refugees have successfully integrated, learning German and obtaining citizenship, many others continue to struggle with language and cultural barriers.
The influx of refugees has also shifted Germany's political landscape, with the far-right AfD party gaining prominence.
Recent violent incidents involving asylum seekers have led to tougher immigration policies, marking a departure from Angela Merkel's open-door approach.
As Germany grapples with the long-term effects of its humanitarian decision, questions remain about the success of integration efforts and the country's future stance on immigration.
Al Jazeera's Dominic Kane reports from Berlin, Germany.
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