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Germany Opened Its Doors to Migrants. Now It's Struggling to Cope.

The article from MSN discusses Germany's ongoing challenges with integrating migrants, particularly since the 2015-2016 refugee crisis when over a million people, mostly from Syria, Iraq, and Afghanistan, sought asylum. Initially, Germany was praised for its welcoming stance, encapsulated by Angela Merkel's statement "We can do this." However, the integration process has proven complex and costly. The article highlights several issues: the financial burden of supporting migrants, with costs reaching into billions of euros; social tensions due to cultural differences and perceived competition for jobs and housing; and political backlash, with the rise of anti-immigrant sentiment fueling support for parties like the Alternative for Germany (AfD). Despite efforts to integrate migrants through language courses, job training, and housing, many migrants face barriers to employment, leading to high unemployment rates among this group. Additionally, there's a noted increase in crime rates, although the article points out that this is a multifaceted issue not solely attributable to migrants. The piece concludes by noting that while Germany has made strides in integration, the long-term success and societal acceptance remain uncertain, with ongoing debates about immigration policy and its implications for German society.

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[ https://www.msn.com/en-us/politics/government/germany-opened-its-doors-to-migrants-now-it-s-struggling-to-cope/ar-AA1wxJUk ]