The Globalist Protests as Syria’s Ahmed al-Sharaa visits Berlin and London
Mar 31, 2026
Alexei Korilov, on-the-ground reporter who covered Hungary’s election surge, and Inga Thordor, former CNN/BBC editor and current policy commentator. They discuss protests in Berlin around Ahmed al-Sharaa’s visit and talks with European leaders. Conversation covers Syrian repatriation debates, how Syrians view the interim leadership, and wider political and environmental implications.
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Gulf Attacks Amplify Global Economic Risks
- Regional security events (oil tanker attack, US troop deployments) are driving immediate economic policy responses globally.
- The IMF warned of higher prices and slower growth, linking energy shocks to stagflation risks.
Syria's Visit Is A Bid For Legitimacy
- Ahmed al-Sharaa's Berlin visit signals a push for diplomatic normalisation and to present Syria as open for investment and reconstruction.
- Bertu Oshchulek notes the trip targets European audiences and domestic constituencies to show the interim government as a credible partner.
Syrian Refugees Hesitate Without Clear Conditions
- Most surveyed Syrians in Germany think it's too early to return and want concrete guarantees on safety, services and stability.
- Majid Al-Buni's survey found only 12.4% would return permanently conditionally, while ~70% cited timing uncertainties.