A Deutsche Welle report has reignited debate over whether Syrians in Germany should remain or consider voluntary return to Syria.
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Official figures show 5,976 Syrians applied for voluntary return last year, with 3,678 actually leaving.
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The German government offers financial support: travel costs plus €1,000 for adults and €500 for children.
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Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt hailed this as proof of successful migration policy.
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Critics argue Syria is still devastated by war, making return unsafe and inappropriate.
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Aid groups like Johanniter International Assistance stress that infrastructure and healthcare remain severely damaged.
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Many Syrians are now integrated in Germany, working and speaking German, making return under current conditions unrealistic.
Sources – Agencies
