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CDU's Wadephul Sparks Coalition Debate: Syrian Refugee Return Unlikely Soon

Wadephul's comments challenge the coalition's stance on refugee return. SPD and Greens back his assessment of Syria's conditions.

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CDU's Wadephul Sparks Coalition Debate: Syrian Refugee Return Unlikely Soon

CDU lawmaker Johann Wadephul has sparked a debate within the coalition government, stating that the return of many Syrian refugees to their homeland may not be feasible for some time. His comments have drawn support from politicians of the SPD and the Greens.

Wadephul, serving as the Foreign Minister, highlighted the extensive destruction caused by the ongoing civil war in Syria. He believes this devastation makes it unlikely that many refugees will be able to return to their homes in the near future.

His stance has found backing from politicians of the Social Democratic Party (SPD) and the Alliance 90/The Greens (Die Grünen). They have joined Wadephul in the intra-coalition dispute, expressing their agreement with his assessment of the situation in Syria.

The coalition's stance on the return of Syrian refugees has been reinforced by the support of SPD and Green politicians for Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul's position. The devastating impact of the civil war on Syria's infrastructure and living conditions is acknowledged as a significant barrier to repatriation.

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