Syrian Refugee on Trial in Germany for Alleged Child Abduction

Germany · Rest of Europe region

A 45-year-old Syrian man is on trial in Germany for allegedly abducting his two children to Syria to use as bait against their estranged wife. The prosecution states his intention was to divorce her in Syria to avoid child support and related payments. He now faces several years in prison if convicted of the charges.

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