After the ‘migration crisis’: Syrians adjust to life in Germany

Europe to Date

When the human impact of millions of people fleeing war hit Europe’s shores in 2015, Germany allowed some one million people across its borders– a move that won Chancellor Merkel both widespread praise and condemnation. How could a country of some 80 million people manage so many newcomers? Throughout the debate, some voices were often conspicuously missing. Clare and Rebecca speak to student Oula Suleiman and chef Malakeh Jazmati about what it was like arriving in Germany from Syria and what challenges they face nearly four years later.