"Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated, 'In the longer term, over the next three years, around 80% of the Syrians currently residing in Germany should return to their home country.' This statement left journalists questioning its feasibility and sparked immediate political reactions."
"Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa responded, 'I didn't say that. That was said by others, by the Chancellor. He said that.' This denial has intensified the controversy surrounding Merz's comments."
"Green Party lawmaker Luise Amtsberg criticized Merz's statement, calling it 'not only out of touch with reality, but cynical,' highlighting the fragile security situation in Syria and the integration of Syrian refugees in Germany."
Chancellor Friedrich Merz suggested that 80% of the over 900,000 Syrians in Germany should return to Syria within three years, citing the wish of Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa. This statement led to confusion and debate among journalists and politicians. Al-Sharaa denied making such a request, attributing the statement solely to Merz. The situation has escalated into a potential diplomatic incident, with opposition parties criticizing Merz's comments as unrealistic and insensitive to the ongoing security issues in Syria and the integration of Syrian refugees in Germany.
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