The number of people obtaining German citizenship has increased significantly, with over 250,000 granted passports last year, the highest since 2000. Syrians are the largest group among new citizens. The rise is attributed to an influx of migrants since 2015 and a reform in citizenship law reducing residency requirements. The fast-track naturalization process has had limited impact, but political parties are looking to reintroduce it. Teljes cikk (Magyarnemzet)