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A BBC investigation last year exposed Germany as a key transit point for smuggling equipment used in illegal crossings, with traffickers using the country to organise supplies.
So far, 4,500 Afghans from the affected list have been brought to the UK under the scheme.
Following Lammy’s meeting with interim president Ahmad al-Sharaa, now leading the HTS-run government, the UK began easing some sanctions against Syria.
This decision, announced following a meeting between President William Ruto and UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, aims to address ongoing challenges in cargo and passenger transport.
Currently in charge of technology and innovation at the agency, she will replace Richard Moore later this year.