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German authorities in May 2026 are reviewing the protection status of over 900,000 Syrians as regional stability grows. With 1.6 million returns recorded globally since 2024, Berlin is evaluating "protection withdrawal" procedures for cases where flight reasons no longer exist. In mid-2026, political debates focus on increasing financial aid and allowing exploratory trips, signaling a major shift in Europe's handling of the 2026 Syrian refugee file.