Bloody attack in Villach: Politics reacts with horror and demands!

Bloody attack in Villach: Politics reacts with horror and demands!

Villach, Österreich - On February 16, 2025, an Islamistically motivated stabble attack in Villach shook the nation, in which several passers -by was injured and a person killed. This incident has triggered a wave of dismay, which was answered by various political actors with outrage and the call for consequences. Federal President Alexander Van der Bellen commented on X and described the crime as "horrific", while interim chancellor Alexander Schallenberg (VP) also reacted deeply. Schallenberg emphasized that "with the full hardness of the law" against the perpetrator, hatred and extremism had no place in society, said 5min.at.

In the middle of these events, Schallenberg temporarily takes over the Chancellery after Karl Nehammer resigned. This week it was confirmed that he will not be part of a possible coalition under the leadership of FPÖ boss Herbert Kickl. The Hofburg announced that Schallenberg will head the official business until the formation of a new government. He was a short -term chancellor as early as 2021, and while he is now taking responsibility again, he will also lead the Foreign Ministry at the same time, as the press reported. This situation raises questions about political stability, especially since the Meaning Government no longer has a majority in the National Council.

political reactions

The reactions to the attack on the attack seem to be characterized by urgency to take measures. FPÖ boss Herbert Kickl violently criticized the established parties and asked for a "fortress Austria" for the protection of citizens. "How long do you want to sell our population for stupid?" Kickl asked on Facebook. In view of the risk of terrorism, Greens boss Werner Kogler also demanded consistent accounting for the perpetrator, but emphasized the need for peaceful coexistence. Neos boss Beate Meinl-Reisinger warned of the danger of extremism and emphasized that the values of society were not negotiable.