German party leader wants Ukrainians removed from welfare scheme

Jun 22, 2026, 01:52 PM en source ↗

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A German political party leader called for Ukrainian refugees in Germany to be removed from social welfare programs, arguing they should return home now that the active front lines of the war have shifted. The proposal is part of a broader domestic debate in Germany about the long-term integration and economic contribution of Ukrainian refugees. The call has drawn criticism from humanitarian organizations and other political parties.

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Preview Bavarian PM Markus Soeder called for unemployed Ukrainians to lose their benefits and for deportations to be boosted
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