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Shock at the Christmas market: sadness and anger after the attack in Magdeburg!
Politicians from Brandenburg and Berlin show dismay after the attack on the Christmas market in Magdeburg on December 20, 2024.
Shock at the Christmas market: sadness and anger after the attack in Magdeburg!
A tragic attack rocked the Magdeburg Christmas market today: On Friday evening, an SUV plowed into the crowd, causing at least four deaths and over 200 injuries. The incident is painfully reminiscent of the attack eight years ago at Breitscheidplatz in Berlin, which also claimed many lives. Chancellor Olaf Scholz and Interior Minister Nancy Faeser are expected in the city on Saturday to express their condolences to the victims. Woidke, Prime Minister of Brandenburg, expressed his dismay: "This crime makes me angry. It makes me stunned and incredibly sad," he explained and offered support for the emergency services helping on site.
Mourning and solidarity in Berlin
Berlin's governing mayor, Kai Wegner, was also deeply affected and described the incident as a “terrible tragedy”. In a statement, he announced that his thoughts were with the victims and their families. Wegner, who only remembered the victims of the Breitscheidplatz attack the day before, trusts in the work of the investigative authorities to solve this crime. In response to the attack, police presence at Berlin Christmas markets was increased to ensure the safety of visitors. Interior Senator Iris Spranger said that support from the Berlin police and fire brigade was also offered to Magdeburg.
In an expression of sympathy, the mayor of Potsdam, Mike Schubert, called for people not to participate in speculative hate comments on social media. These tragic events have triggered a wave of solidarity; Brandenburg offers comprehensive help, and local clinics are already prepared to treat the injured. Pastor Sarah-Magdalena Kingreen also warned of re-traumatization of the relatives of victims of previous attacks, which is further stirring emotions across the region.
The situation remains tense, and the incidents in Magdeburg once again demonstrate the threat posed by such violent attacks, as residents in affected cities band together and accept offers of help. Further information about the reactions can be found at rbb24 and Daily Mirror.