Several European countries have decided to halt the processing of asylum applications from Syrians following the fall of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad and the seizure of the Syrian capital by rebels after 13 years of civil war. Austria, Britain, Croatia, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Italy, Norway, Sweden, and Switzerland have all implemented temporary measures to suspend Syrian asylum applications.
Austria’s caretaker government has ordered a stop to the processing of asylum applications by Syrians, with plans for repatriation and deportation. Britain has paused decisions on Syrian asylum claims to assess the situation. Croatia, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Italy, Norway, Sweden, and Switzerland have also halted the processing of asylum applications from Syrian nationals.
This decision comes amid uncertainty following the fall of Assad and the ongoing conflict in Syria. European countries are taking a cautious approach to the processing of Syrian asylum applications until there is more clarity on the situation in the country. Authorities in these countries have decided to suspend asylum procedures for Syrians until they can better assess the situation and ensure the safety and well-being of those seeking asylum. Further updates on the situation are expected as the European countries monitor the developments in Syria.
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