Greece reopens Syrian and Afghan asylum cases, hoping for returns
Summary
Greece has reopened many asylum cases for Syrians and Afghans, asking some to return to their home countries. This follows the official end of wars in Syria and Afghanistan, but many refugees and their lawyers say these countries are still unsafe to go back to.Key Facts
- Greece reopened about 1,200 asylum cases for Syrians in February after the Syrian civil war officially ended.
- Afghan asylum cases are also being reviewed following the Taliban takeover in 2021.
- Notices to reconsider asylum status have mainly been sent to men from Syria and Afghanistan.
- Refugees like Bashir, who have built lives in Greece, are concerned and unsure if their families will be forced to leave.
- Lawyers argue that Syria and Afghanistan remain dangerous and question the criteria for declaring these places safe.
- Some refugees fear persecution if they return, especially because of their political beliefs or past situations.
- Greece’s Migration Minister said the government aims to review and possibly revoke temporary asylum statuses.
- Greece had suspended some asylum applications last year, mainly affecting Muslim asylum seekers from Libya.
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