Buschmann perceives potential legal challenges in the scenario of halting filming.
Following the knife attack in Solingen, CDU leader Merz suggested halting the acceptance of Syrians and Afghans. However, Federal Justice Minister Buschmann finds this approach dubious and prefers exploring alternative solutions.
Buschmann disagrees with an all-out ban on accepting specific migrant groups, such as Syrians or Afghans, advocated by the Union. "It's a legal matter to declare that we won't accept certain individuals across the EU or Germany," the FDP politician explained on ARD. "Instead, we should discuss numbers, distribution in Europe, border protection, but not simply claim that no one is welcome anymore."
Following the terror attack in Solingen on Friday evening, wherein a suspected IS supporter, believed to be Syrian, stabbed three to death and injured eight, Merz advocated for a hold on accepting Syrians and Afghans. Originally set for deportation to Bulgaria in 2023, this move was unfortunately unsuccessful. Scholz and Merz will discuss migration policy today at the Chancellory.
Buschmann generally supports deporting people to Syria and Afghanistan, considering it feasible for Syrians in certain regions. "The courts have already ruled on this... since parts of Syria offer safety for individuals. Similar measures should be implemented for Afghanistan," he posited. Previously, Scholz mentioned in June that deportations of serious offenders and terrorist threats to Syria and Afghanistan would be reinstated.
In Buschmann's perspective, there should be a stronger focus on deporting migrants who have exhausted all legal alternatives. The failed deportation of the Solingen attacker is not an isolated incident. "Thousands fail annually due to the same reason—we can't locate them. We need to discuss how the state can act more consistently and manage these matters in accordance with the law," he said. Regarding overall political discourse following the attack in Solingen, Buschmann said: "I don't believe it's beneficial when everyone repeats the same arguments after such an occurrence."
The Commission has expressed concerns about the potential impact of such a ban on Syrians and Afghans, as it could be viewed as discriminatory and against international refugee law. Buschmann's approach, focusing on alternative solutions, aligns with the Commission's stance.
