Germany Extends Temporary Protection for Ukrainian Refugees until 2025
The German Federal Council has approved a decision to extend temporary protection for refugees from Ukraine for another year, until March 2025. This means that Ukrainians who have fled the war will be able to continue to live and work in Germany without hindrance. This was reported by the German Interior Ministry.
According to the decision, the residence permits of refugees from Ukraine who have been granted protection in Germany will remain valid until 4 March 2025.
The decision was made unanimously and is a testament to Germany's solidarity with Ukraine. It will also facilitate the work of immigration services, which will not have to spend time reviewing applications for extension of temporary status.
"This is a great relief for the immigration authorities and provides security and a clear perspective for those affected. We will continue to protect the lives of many people from Ukraine as long as this horrific war continues. We will continue to stand closely by Ukraine's side," commented German Interior Minister Nancy Faeser.
According to the German Interior Ministry, there are currently about 1.1 million Ukrainian refugees living in Germany, including about 350,000 children and young people under the age of 18.
German Federal Minister of Labour Hubertus Heil called on employers to hire Ukrainian refugees, even if they do not speak German at a high level.
As The Gaze previously reported, Germany will deploy an additional Patriot air defence system in Ukraine this winter. Ukraine currently has four IRIS-T systems delivered from Germany. Back in October, the German Ministry of Defence announced that it would send an additional Patriot and IRIS-T system to Ukraine.
By the end of the year, Germany will supply Ukraine with two more IRIS-T air defence systems.
Germany is providing Ukraine with military support to a degree never seen before. At the same time, Berlin is closely monitoring that the assistance provided by Germany is used for its intended purpose.
This week, German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius visited Kyiv and promised another major aid package for the coming years. This package will help strengthen air defences and provide additional artillery ammunition.