Grazer AmoFlauf: Austria mourns - state mourning for the victims!

Grazer AmoFlauf: Austria mourns - state mourning for the victims!

Graz, Österreich - On June 10, 2025, Graz was a heavy killing spree that triggered great dismay all over Austria. The Vienna Philharmonic, who have their summer night concert in the open air on Friday evening, plan to present the 'Air' by Johann Sebastian Bach. Board of Directors Daniel Froschauer expressed his sympathy over the tragic events and asked for a minute's silence for the victims of the assassination. The incident also has an impact on other events that take place during the current state grants.

The Austrian government decided to respond to the killing spree of a three -day state grants that applies up to and including Thursday. During this time, public buildings are to be provided with mourning. There will also be a minute's silence during the presentation of the federal theater. On Tuesday at 12 noon, a nationwide silence of silence will be observed to commemorate the victim.

unit in mourning

in the Pannonia Fields in Nickelsdorf, where concerts take place, there will also be a loud start with a minute's silence before the appearance of Korn. The awarding of the Austrian Film Award is not canceled, but the victim is also commemorated here. The traditional party to celebrate the film award, on the other hand, has been canceled to take into account the seriousness of the situation.

The government described the killing spree as "attack on freedom and democracy" and emphasizes that it would defend the values ​​of living together. It was also announced that in cooperation with international partners you want to proceed against terrorism and extremism. This is part of the long -term obligation to ensure social security.

State grants as a sign of respect

The three -day mourning is a formal form of expression of mourning and part of the sepulal culture, which is not often used in Austria. Historically, the state mourning usually lasts one to seven days and was often arranged after the death of important personalities or tragic events with many victims. Most recently, a three -day state mourning took place after the terrorist attack in Vienna in November 2020. The government thus shows that it takes the grief of the citizens seriously and keeps the memories of the victims.

The Austrian population is called to stand together in these difficult times and to be solidarity. It is expected that the implementation of events will be adjusted during this time to pay respect for the victims. The current situation shows how important it is to actively conduct dialogue about security and community life.