India on Saturday strongly condemned the car attack at a Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany, which claimed five lives and left over 200 injured, including seven Indians.
In an official statement, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) expressed deep sorrow over the incident, describing it as “horrific and senseless.”
In an official statement, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) expressed deep sorrow over the incident, describing it as “horrific and senseless.”
“We condemn the horrific and senseless attack at a Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany. Several precious lives have been lost, and many have been injured. Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims”, the MEA said.
The ministry confirmed that the Indian Mission in Germany is actively assisting injured Indian nationals and their families.
The attack occurred on Friday evening when a car deliberately rammed into the crowded market, causing extensive devastation. Among the five fatalities were an adult and a toddler, while over 200 others sustained injuries, including 15 severe cases, 37 moderate injuries, and 16 minor injuries.
The suspect, a Saudi national residing in Germany since 2006 and working as a doctor, has been apprehended. Saxony-Anhalt Prime Minister Reiner Haseloff assured the public that there is no ongoing threat, stating, “The perpetrator acted alone, and we were able to arrest him promptly.”
World leaders have expressed shock and solidarity. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer called the incident “horrifying,” offering support to Germany. French President Emmanuel Macron conveyed condolences via X, expressing solidarity with the German people. Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni strongly condemned the attack, emphasizing that violence has no place in democracies.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen described the act as “brutal and cowardly,” calling for justice and thanking first responders. Germany’s Interior Minister Nancy Faeser praised the efforts of emergency services and assured a thorough investigation to uncover the motive.
Authorities have heightened security at public events across Germany as investigations continue. The attack has cast a somber shadow over the festive season in Magdeburg.
(ANI)