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Fighting for protection: Record rejections of Syrian asylum applications in October!
Current developments on asylum applications from Syrian refugees: More rejections in October 2023 in Bielefeld and nationwide discussions.
Fighting for protection: Record rejections of Syrian asylum applications in October!
The discussion about asylum policy in Germany is currently reaching a new high point. October 2023 brought a significant turnaround: over 1,900 initial applications from Syrian asylum seekers were rejected by the Federal Office for Migration and Refugees (Bamf), a drastic increase compared to the 163 rejections from January to September. This change is particularly evident among young, able-bodied men traveling alone, whose applications are now being examined more closely again. Radiobielefeld reports that many decisions were previously suspended due to the unclear situation in Syria. A wave of rejections was to be expected, especially since this regulation was lifted at the end of September.
An important aspect of these new decisions is that the Bamf sees its opinion confirmed by the courts that there does not always have to be a ban on deportation for young men. At the same time, Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU) announced that deportations to Syria would be accelerated, especially for people who have committed criminal offenses. Federal Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt (CSU) plans to reach agreements with the Syrian regime to enable returns. Dobrindt has even set himself the goal of concluding corresponding agreements this year in order to initially deport dangerous criminals and later people without residence rights.
Strong December developments
The legal framework for asylum seekers has changed significantly as a result of recent case law. In December 2022, the Bamf suspended most decisions due to the dynamic situation in Syria. It now appears that formal decisions, for example about the asylum responsibility of other European countries, are also being made, while applications from criminals and those at risk continue to be processed. In justified individual cases, a complete rejection for Syrian nationals will be issued.
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