Europe Reassesses Syrian Asylum Policies Amid Regional Changes
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Germany and France have agreed to collaborate with Syrian opposition groups that have taken control in Damascus, focusing on fundamental human rights and the protection of minorities. This decision follows the ousting of Bashar Assad by rebel forces, led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), a group previously linked to al Qaeda. Western nations are now considering how to engage with HTS, which is designated as a terrorist organization by the U.S. and U.K.
- Germany and France agree to work with Syrian rebels on ‘basis of fundamental human rights’ POLITICO Europe
- Syria updates: Germany halts asylum proceedings for Syrians DW (English)
- 'God, Syria and the Free Army': Syrian refugees in Germany celebrate Assad's downfall Haaretz
- Germany and other European countries suspend decisions on Syrians' asylum bids after Assad's fall The Associated Press
- Asylum cases on hold amid fears of jihadists returning to Britain The Telegraph
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