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Ahmad Alhamada looks at a photo of himself surrounded by his family in Idlib, Syria.

Video. Return or stay? The dilemma facing Syrians living in Europe

Updated: 13/09/2025 - 12:45 GMT+2

Ahmad plans to go back to Syria in two or three years' time to help rebuild the country. In the face of insecurity and instability, on the other hand, Aisha feels that a return would be premature.

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