Hamburg to review CSD security after Berlin attack

Hamburg's interior senator, Andy Grote, has condemned the attack on revelers at Berlin's Christopher Street Day (CSD) as a "horrific act of violence." Grote, who also serves as the acting chairman of the Conference of Interior Ministers, stated that attacking such a celebration of love, solidarity, and freedom is an assault on Germany's open society and everyone within it. "But we will not back down!" he declared, expressing his condolences to the families of the deceased and his thoughts with the injured.

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A such celebration of love, solidarity and freedom to attack is an attack on our open society and thus on all of us.

In response to the tragic events in Berlin, Grote announced that security measures for Hamburg's upcoming CSD parade, scheduled for the following weekend, will be thoroughly reviewed. He acknowledged that security levels at events in Hamburg are already high, particularly concerning protection against vehicle-borne attacks. However, he stressed that in light of the "terrible incident in Berlin," the security arrangements for the CSD will undergo a careful re-examination to guarantee the highest possible level of safety for attendees.

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But we will not back down!

The attack in Berlin has cast a shadow over upcoming Pride events, prompting authorities to reassess safety protocols. Grote's statement underscores a commitment to protecting public gatherings that celebrate diversity and freedom, while also acknowledging the need for heightened vigilance in the face of such violence.

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But: In light of the terrible incident in Berlin, the security measures for the CSD next week in Hamburg will be carefully reviewed again to ensure a maximum level of security.