We Need Syrian Voices in Debates on the Ukraine War

BY: KIRAN BOWRY

Over a year post-Russian invasion of Ukraine, Germany debates its role and the emphasis on diplomacy.

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Germany's recent poll: 42% back current Ukraine support, 30% want more aid, 23% suggest reduced support.

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German political fringes stoke nuclear and economic fears, polarize discourse with peace talk demands.

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"Manifesto for Peace" by Wagenknecht and Schwarzer called for peace but had mixed, unsupportive protests.

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AfD's "Peace Initiative" in January raised doubts about their stance on Ukraine and called for peace talks.

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East German pro-Russian sentiment fuels debates, but ignores Syrian war migrants in public discourse.

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In 2021, 932,000 Syrians lived in Germany, up from 33,000 in a decade, but their influence remains limited.

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Syrian immigrants in Germany discuss their views on Germany's stance in the Ukraine war and their future.

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