Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has announced plans to open additional border crossings to facilitate the voluntary return of Syrian refugees as stability improves in the war-torn country. This comes following the collapse of Bashar al-Assad’s government, which has led to celebrations among the Syrian community in Turkey.
Hundreds of Syrian refugees have gathered at the southern border crossings, with many expressing relief at being able to return home after years of conflict. The fall of al-Assad has given hope to those who were forced to flee, with many hoping to reunite with family members and rebuild their lives.
Erdoğan’s government has been exploring measures for the safe and voluntary return of refugees, with Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan reaffirming Turkey’s commitment to rebuilding Syria. The reopening of border crossings is seen as a step towards achieving this goal.
Among those waiting to cross the border are individuals like Zakariya Mori al-Shami and Sami Abdel-Latif, who are eager to return to their homes and reunite with their families. The opportunity for renewal and rebuilding is seen as a chance for Syrians to create a well-organized state that takes care of their country.
As Syria moves towards stability, the Turkish government hopes to see an increase in voluntary returns, allowing refugees to begin the long process of rebuilding their lives in their homeland.
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