Germany's coalition government, comprising the CDU/CSU and SPD, is launching a 'repatriation offensive' to increase the number of refugees ordered to leave the country, particularly targeting those from Syria. This initiative has sparked a heated debate, especially regarding the legality and morality of deportations to a country still grappling with the aftermath of civil war. German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul has expressed caution about the feasibility of such deportations, while Chancellor Friedrich Merz insists that conditions have improved enough to justify repatriations. The government plans to expand detention facilities for deportees, which currently accommodate around 6,000 individuals, predominantly men. However, legal complexities often hinder deportation efforts, particularly when individuals' nationalities are unclear. The government is also focusing on encouraging voluntary returns, with a significant disparity between voluntary departures and forced deportations in recent years. The coalition agreement emphasizes the need for support and incentives for voluntary returnees, while also preparing for the possibility of enforced deportations.