Germany to allow ‘voluntary, safe’ returns for Syrian refugees

Germany’s plan comes days after insurgent teams entered the Syrian capital Damascus on Sunday and declared it free of the Russia-backed regime of President Assad. Hours later, Assad reportedly fled the nation and was granted asylum in Russia.

Following the regime’s ouster, Austria on Monday introduced plans to deport Syrian migrants, whereas Belgium, France, Greece and Germany determined to pause Syrian asylum purposes.

In its eight-point plan, Germany says the toppling of the Assad regime “is nice information for Syria and for the world,” but in addition warns of terrorism dangers.

The plan suggests the creation of a “Friends of Syria” group between Arab and Western states to reduce dangerous influences. “The strategy to Iran and Russia stays to be seen,” it says.

It additionally emphasizes the necessity for a cease-fire and for a dedication to reaching a “power-sharing settlement that upholds Syria’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.” A brand new civilian authorities, it argues, ought to contain “all related societal forces and excluding terrorist teams.”