How many Assad supporters will seek asylum in Germany by mid-2025?
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Germany Warns Assad Regime Supporters Against Seeking Refuge, Vows Full Force of Law
Dec 15, 2024, 06:58 AM
German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock and Interior Minister Nancy Faeser have issued a stern warning to supporters of the ousted Syrian President Bashar al-Assad against seeking refuge in Germany. Baerbock emphasized that Germany would hold all regime henchmen accountable for their heinous crimes with the full force of the law. This warning comes in the context of a rebel alliance, led by Islamists, taking power in Syria, leading to Assad's flight to Russia. Germany has already convicted several former Syrian officials under the principle of universal jurisdiction for crimes committed during Assad's rule. The ministers highlighted Germany's vigilance at its borders, aiming to deter Assad's supporters from fleeing to the country. This stance is part of a broader message from German officials that well-integrated Syrian refugees are welcome to stay, while those involved in atrocities will face prosecution. There are currently around 975,000 Syrians in Germany, and border checks are in place to prevent the entry of Assad's henchmen.
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