Turkey Releases 1 Million Syrian Migrants Into Europe, German Domestic Stability At Risk

Turkey gave the green light to refugees and migrants on Friday to leave for the European Union and thousands have since massed at the Greek border, triggering fears of an influx like that which poisoned European politics in 2015.

The move comes amidst increased tensions with Greece, which are approaching a dangerous tipping point that can turn into a war, and a controversial German-led initiative on a gas pipeline through what Turkey claims are its Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ). This move by Germany is bound to lead to a diplomatic crisis with a close economic partner and NATO's largest military, Turkey.

The millions of Syrian migrants in Turkey have been hoping for a way out to cross into Europe, most of them hoping to arrive in Germany as their final destination.

Previously, the EU and Turkey had reached a deal that would keep the migrants in Turkey, but they have not been integrated into Turkish society completely. And Erdogan has not been shy to use the millions of migrants to his advantage to pressure Europe on key contentious issues.

As the crisis heightens and Europe struggles to find a solution, the arrival of migrants in European countries, especially Germany, will be a serious blow to the domestic policy of the German government.