As of mid-2024, Germany is home to nearly 3.48 million refugees, marking a new high in the country’s history. Among these refugees, 1.18 million are Ukrainians, reflecting the significant impact of the ongoing war in Ukraine. These figures come from a report by the German government in response to a Bundestag inquiry from the Die Linke group, based on data from the Central Register of Foreigners.

Since the end of 2023, the refugee population has grown by about 60,000, largely driven by the influx of Ukrainians seeking protection. The increase highlights Germany’s pivotal role in hosting refugees, as the total number surpasses any other period since the 1950s.

While the refugee population continues to rise, the number of foreigners facing deportation has notably decreased. As of mid-2024, approximately 226,882 individuals were recorded as being required to leave the country, down by 15,760 from the previous year.

Germany’s growing refugee population underscores the nation’s humanitarian efforts, particularly as it grapples with the ongoing challenges of the European refugee crisis. Meanwhile, surveys show that only half of Ukrainian refugees in Germany, Poland, and the Czech Republic are ready to return home, even if conditions in their home country improve.

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