Chancellor Olaf Scholz Pledges Crackdown on Irregular Migration Post-Solingen Attack

Chancellor Olaf Scholz has committed to enhancing deportation efforts and reducing irregular migration following a deadly stabbing in Solingen. The attack, believed to be carried out by an Islamic State member, has intensified debates over asylum and deportation policies ahead of upcoming state elections.

Chancellor Olaf Scholz has vowed to intensify deportation efforts and curb irregular migration. His announcement came during a visit to Solingen, where a recent mass stabbing claimed three lives.

Scholz described the incident as an act of terrorism and paid tribute to the victims at the attack site. The suspected assailant, a Syrian with alleged links to the Islamic State, has further ignited political discussions on asylum and deportation policies, especially with three state elections on the horizon.

Scholz emphasized the need to repatriate individuals who have no legal grounds to stay in Germany. The suspect was scheduled for deportation to Bulgaria last year, but authorities could not locate him at his refugee accommodation.

(With inputs from agencies.)