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Berlin Pride attack: Police hunt suspect after one dead, 16 injured
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Berlin Pride attack: Police hunt suspect after one dead, 16 injured

From Le Temps · () French

Translated from French, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • A 21-year-old man is being sought by German police in connection with a fatal attack at the Berlin Pride parade.
  • The suspect, described as potentially armed and dangerous and linked to the Islamist milieu, allegedly drove a vehicle into the crowd, killing one and injuring 16.
  • The incident disrupted the Christopher Street Day celebration, prompting international solidarity messages.

Berlin's Christopher Street Day, a major European Pride event, was shattered Saturday evening when a 21-year-old man allegedly drove a vehicle into the festive crowd. The attack left at least one person dead and 16 injured, cutting short a day of celebration for hundreds of thousands.

German police are actively searching for the suspect, whom authorities describe as potentially armed and dangerous. Investigators have indicated a possible link to the "Islamist milieu." A witness appeal has been issued as the manhunt continues.

The CSD embodies freedom, dignity, and equal rights - the founding values of the EU. Everyone should be able to live without fear, love, and defend their rights.

— Ursula von der LeyenEuropean Commission President Ursula von der Leyen expressed solidarity and highlighted the values represented by the Pride event.

International leaders expressed solidarity with the victims. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen conveyed her "deepest sympathy," stating that the CSD embodies "freedom, dignity, and equal rights - the founding values of the EU." She added, "Everyone should be able to live without fear, love, and defend their rights."

Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten also offered condolences, calling the incident an "act of aggression" and affirming that the Netherlands stands "with their German neighbors." In Berlin, members of the LGBTQ community announced a vigil to be held Sunday afternoon at the Brandenburg Gate to honor those affected by the attack.

act of aggression

— Rob JettenDutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten described the incident and affirmed support for Germany.
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Originally published by Le Temps in French. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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