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Merz sparks debate on returning 80% of Syrians living in Germany

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has ignited a controversy by raising the prospect of deporting 80% of Syrian refugees, prompting questions over targeting well-integrated individuals needed by the economy.

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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has ignited a controversy by raising the prospect of deporting 80% of Syrian refugees, prompting questions over targeting well-integrated individuals needed by the economy.
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