Exclusive — Afghan refugees should not take ‘dangerous’ road to Europe, FDP top candidate Christian Lindner says
By DW
04 September 2021 |
11:05 am
Speaking to DW, FDP lead candidate Christian Lindner recommended focusing on finding safe refuge for Afghans in "the immediate vicinity." He also criticized Merkel for failing to engage with a conflict she "inherited."
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