How Syrians in the Netherlands are navigating deportation fears

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How Syrians in the Netherlands are navigating deportation fears

As is well known, the issue of Syrian refugees has become central to the agenda of the Dutch Minister of Asylum and Migration, Marjolein Faber. Recently, on 19 January, Marjolein escalated her stance by publishing intimidating messages in Arabic, announcing plans for the repatriation of Syrian refugees once conditions permit. In making this announcement, Marjolein acknowledged that while some families wish to return, they are held back by fear o…