The Syrian civil war has forced millions to flee, with many seeking asylum in Europe. Despite the Syrian regime regaining control over much of the country, significant instability remains, and many regions are still unsafe.

Syrian refugees are living in various European countries, some granted asylum, others waiting for decisions or simply closing their borders. There is a growing debate about whether Europe should continue to accept them, or even just send everyone back to their homes.

Europe should continue offering asylum, as the situation in Syria is still highly unstable, and it would be too much for the refugees to go back to their homeland in such a large number scale. I also believe Europe has a moral obligation to accept these refugees.

First of all, Syria still remains an unsafe country to return to. Many areas in Syria still hold a lot of conflicts and violence, as well as widespread destruction, and that could be dangerous for returning refugees. Fights still carry on between rebel forces, the regime and Kurdish forces. Some people argue that areas like Damascus are now safe, but reports from organizations such as Amnesty International show that the returning refugees face significant threats even in these so-called "secure" zones.

Syrians are humans and their lives are worth just as much as ours in Europe, and no one should have to endure such suffering. Offering refuge is the least we could do to these people, especially considering Europe’s wealth and resources. Some might say that countries in Europe are already overflowing with population, which is after all 4.5 million refugees, but the wealthier nations can manage the numbers more effectively than poorer ones like Lebanon or Jordan.

There is the misconception that refugees hurt the economy, but that’s not true. Many refugees start working, making businesses, and help address labor shortages. For example, Syrian refugees in Germany have filled vacant posts in industries, showing that even if the cost is high, they give back more in the long run. Refugees contribute to growth and help counteract aging populations in Europe.

Lastly, helping refugees find new homes can make a good impression of Europe on other countries in other continents; it would give an image of leadership and responsibility. If Europe didn’t take in refugees, Turkey and Lebanon would have to deal with even more millions of Syrians, leading to less regional stability. Europe's actions can ease the strain on these nations and reduce global tensions.