European Court Ruling Challenges Germany's Deportation Practices

The European Court of Human Rights has ordered Germany to pay compensation for a wrongful deportation, sparking debate over EU member states' responsibilities.

A Syrian man was awarded €14,500 in total compensation by the European Court of Human Rights after being deported from Germany to Greece.
The court found that Germany failed to ensure the man's safety and proper asylum processing upon his return to Greece.
Germany and Greece were both penalized, with Germany required to pay €8,000 and Greece €6,500 for the man's detention under poor conditions.
Bavaria's Interior Minister Joachim Herrmann criticized the ruling, calling it unrealistic and potentially harmful to EU migration policies.
The case highlights ongoing concerns about the treatment of migrants in Greece and the responsibilities of EU countries under the Dublin Regulation.