💔 A festive evening turned tragic in the eastern German city of Magdeburg on Friday when a car plowed into crowds at a bustling Christmas market, claiming the lives of five people and injuring more than 200 others.
The suspect, identified as Taleb Jawad al-Abdulmohsen, a 50-year-old Saudi refugee, was arrested at the scene. Al-Abdulmohsen, who hails from a Shiite family, had reportedly declared himself an atheist and \"anti-Islam\" prior to the attack.
In the wake of this devastating event, approximately 2,000 people gathered outside the iconic Magdeburg Cathedral on Saturday to attend a moving memorial mass, honoring the victims and offering support to their families. The atmosphere was one of solidarity and collective mourning as the community came together.
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, dressed somberly in black, visited the site to pay his respects and meet with local officials. President Frank-Walter Steinmeier also joined families and first responders at the memorial service held at the cathedral, expressing deep condolences and vowing that justice will be served.
As Germany grapples with this senseless act of violence, messages of support and unity are pouring in from around the world. The spirit of the holiday season has been deeply shaken, but the resilience of the Magdeburg community shines through as they stand together in the face of tragedy. ✨
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5 dead, 200 injured in car attack on Christmas market in Germany
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