Faeser and Karner Cancel Damascus Visit Over Terror Threats

The German and Austrian interior ministers aborted their trip citing credible warnings, highlighting Syria's fragile security situation.

German Interior Minister Nancy Faeser and Austrian counterpart Gerhard Karner canceled their planned visit to Damascus due to specific terrorist threats.
The trip was intended to address security concerns and explore the conditions for the return of Syrian refugees, including the deportation of serious offenders.
The decision was made after late-night consultations in Amman, following warnings from German security agencies.
Syria's transitional government under Ahmed al-Scharaa faces ongoing instability, with threats from various factions complicating international engagement.
Germany recently reopened its embassy in Damascus, but the precarious security environment continues to limit broader diplomatic and humanitarian efforts.