Germany has paused the admission of new refugees under the resettlement program, according to Handelsblatt.

This decision is linked to ongoing negotiations among political parties.

Officials confirmed that new commitments to accept refugees will not be made at this time.

Exceptions will only be cases that are nearing completion.

Previously, parties agreed to limit the reception of refugees through federal programs.

Germany committed to providing 13,100 places for refugees in 2024 and 2025.

According to UNHCR, 5,061 individuals have arrived in Germany under this program.

UNHCR proposes candidates for acceptance who are in urgent need of protection.

German representatives conduct interviews and security checks.

Additionally, there are humanitarian programs in place for refugees.

Germany is no longer the EU leader in asylum applications.

In the first quarter of 2025, the number of applications dropped by 41% compared to the previous year.