The debate within the German government is gaining momentum over the fate of Syrian refugees, amid sharp differences between those advocating for the resumption of deportations and those opposing.

Tensions have escalated between Moscow and Tehran after Russia’s Sergey Lavrov and former Iranian diplomat Mohammad Javad Zarif traded accusations over the snapback mechanism, described as the “legal trap” in the 2015 Iran nuclear deal.

At a time when Western democracies are facing security and political challenges, an international human rights report finds that the right to protest is under continuous and systematic attack.

As UN sanctions on Tehran take effect following the expiration of the so-called snapback mechanism, Iraqi political figures are warning of serious repercussions for their country, especially after Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian hinted at Tehran’s plans to navigate the crisis.

German policy is gradually shifting towards a stricter approach to the Syrian refugee issue, amid growing calls for intensified voluntary or even mandatory repatriation.