The city administration in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/germany-afd-organises-march-in-magdeburg-site-of-deadly-christmas-market-attack-786617">Magdeburg</a>, Germany, has reported receiving &euro;615,227.91 ($641,313) in donations for the victims and families affected by the tragic Christmas market attack. The funds, contributed by over 5,600 donors, aim to provide support to those impacted by the incident.
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Magdeburg Mayor Simone Borris said, &ldquo;The willingness of the population to donate is impressive and another sign of the great solidarity, the broad support and the sense of community that we are currently feeling in many places in Magdeburg.&rdquo;
The mayor also extended her sympathies to those who suffered as a result of the attack. &ldquo;My thoughts are also with the five fatalities, the bereaved and the many injured, as well as the countless relief and emergency services,&rdquo; she said. 
Borris added, &ldquo;All donations prove that our city is sticking together. This gives us strength and confidence for the future.&rdquo;
<h2>What happened during the Christmas market attack?</h2>
The event took place on 20 December at around 7:00 pm local time, when a black BMW ploughed through the bustling Christmas market in Magdeburg, the capital of Saxony-Anhalt, located approximately 150 kilometres west of Berlin.
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<h2>The aftermath</h2>
The suspect, a 50-year-old doctor originally from Saudi Arabia, was arrested shortly after the incident. Identified as <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/germany-christmas-market-attack-suspect-charged-with-murder-as-police-probe-early-warnings-786015">Taleb al-Abdulmohsen</a>, he had moved to Germany in 2006 and applied for asylum 10 years later.
Armed police detained al-Abdulmohsen after a confrontation near the damaged BMW. Officers repeatedly ordered him to lie on the ground during the arrest.
(With inputs from agencies)

World Magdeburg Mayor Simone Borris said, “The willingness of the population to donate is impressive and another sign of the great solidarity, the broad support and the sense of community that we are currently feeling in many places in Magdeburg.”

The city administration in Magdeburg, Germany, has reported receiving €615,227.91 ($641,313) in donations for the victims and families affected by the tragic Christmas market attack. The funds, contributed by over 5,600 donors, aim to provide support to those impacted by the incident. Also read: Elon Musk endorses German far right AfD in op-ed; opinion editor resigns in protest Magdeburg Mayor Simone Borris said, “The willingness of the population to donate is impressive and another sign of the great solidarity, the broad support and the sense of community that we are currently feeling in many places in Magdeburg.” The mayor also extended her sympathies to those who suffered as a result of the attack. “My thoughts are also with the five fatalities, the bereaved and the many injured, as well as the countless relief and emergency services,” she said. Borris added, “All donations prove that our city is sticking together. This gives us strength and confidence for the future.” What happened during the Christmas market attack? The event took place on 20 December at around 7:00 pm local time, when a black BMW ploughed through the bustling Christmas market in Magdeburg, the capital of Saxony-Anhalt, located approximately 150 kilometres west of Berlin. Also read: Russia 'not satisfied' with Donald Trump's Ukraine peace plan: Report The car travelled over 400 metres through the market, leaving five people, including a 9-year-old child, killed, and as many as 235 others injured. The aftermath The suspect, a 50-year-old doctor originally from Saudi Arabia, was arrested shortly after the incident. Identified as Taleb al-Abdulmohsen, he had moved to Germany in 2006 and applied for asylum 10 years later. Armed police detained al-Abdulmohsen after a confrontation near the damaged BMW. Officers repeatedly ordered him to lie on the ground during the arrest. (With inputs from agencies)

German Christmas market attack: Magdeburg raises over $600K for victims

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Saudi Arabia had earlier asked for the extradition of the Saudi suspect who drove into a crowded Christmas market in Magdeburg, killing five people and injuring over 200, news agency AFP reported on Monday (December 23) citing a source close to the government.
"There was (an extradition) request," the source told AFP. Although they did not specify the reason for the request.
As per the AFP report, Saudi Arabia also warned German authorities that the suspect, who was charged with multiple counts of murder by a German court, "could be dangerous".
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This information has sparked backlash among the population with many blaming the German authorities for failing to act on the information provided.
The 50-year-old psychiatrist, known for making death threats online and having a history of legal issues, was also involved in helping Saudi women escape from their home country, AFP reported.
Abdulmohsen moved to Germany in 2006 and, according to German media and a Saudi activist, was granted refugee status a decade later in 2016.
Germany's Interior Minister, Nancy Faeser, said on Sunday that investigators will probe how authorities responded to previous warnings about the suspect.
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Speaking to the German newspaper Bild am Sonntag, Faeser said, “Germany's Federal Criminal Police (BKA) is supporting the investigations by the authorities in Saxony-Anhalt.”
She further added, “The investigating authorities will clear up all the background. They are also investigating exactly what information has already been provided in the past and how it was followed up.”
On Saturday, Germany’s Office for Migration and Refugees disclosed it had received a tip-off about the suspect via social media last year. This information was reportedly forwarded to investigative authorities at the time. The migration office clarified, “This, just like any of the many other indications, was taken seriously.”
(With inputs from agencies)

As per the AFP report, Saudi Arabia also warned German authorities that the suspect, who was charged with multiple counts of murder by a German court, "could be dangerous".



Berlin, Germany Saudi Arabia had earlier asked for the extradition of the Saudi suspect who drove into a crowded Christmas market in Magdeburg, killing five people and injuring over 200, news agency AFP reported on Monday (December 23) citing a source close to the government. "There was (an extradition) request," the source told AFP. Although they did not specify the reason for the request. As per the AFP report, Saudi Arabia also warned German authorities that the suspect, who was charged with multiple counts of murder by a German court, "could be dangerous". Also read: After threatening to take back Panama Canal, Trump now wants to buy Greenland This information has sparked backlash among the population with many blaming the German authorities for failing to act on the information provided. The 50-year-old psychiatrist, known for making death threats online and having a history of legal issues, was also involved in helping Saudi women escape from their home country, AFP reported. Abdulmohsen moved to Germany in 2006 and, according to German media and a Saudi activist, was granted refugee status a decade later in 2016. Germany's Interior Minister, Nancy Faeser, said on Sunday that investigators will probe how authorities responded to previous warnings about the suspect. Also read: Subway horror in New York: Sleeping woman set on fire by stranger, police nab suspect Speaking to the German newspaper Bild am Sonntag, Faeser said, “Germany's Federal Criminal Police (BKA) is supporting the investigations by the authorities in Saxony-Anhalt.” She further added, “The investigating authorities will clear up all the background. They are also investigating exactly what information has already been provided in the past and how it was followed up.” On Saturday, Germany’s Office for Migration and Refugees disclosed it had received a tip-off about the suspect via social media last year. This information was reportedly forwarded to investigative authorities at the time. The migration office clarified, “This, just like any of the many other indications, was taken seriously.” (With inputs from agencies)

Saudi Arabia had asked for ‘extradition’ of Germany Christmas market attack suspect: Report

Saudi Arabia had earlier asked for the extradition of the Saudi suspect who drove into a crowded Christmas market in Magdeburg, killing five people and injuring over 200, news agency AFP reported on Monday (December 23) citing a source close to the government.

Saudi Arabia had earlier asked for the extradition of the Saudi suspect who drove into a crowded Christmas market in Magdeburg, killing five people and injuring over 200, news agency AFP reported on Monday (December 23) citing a source close to the government. "There was (an extradition) request," the source told AFP. Although they did not specify the reason for the request. As per the AFP report, Saudi Arabia also warned German authorities that the suspect, who was charged with multiple counts of murder by a German court, "could be dangerous". Also read: After threatening to take back Panama Canal, Trump now wants to buy Greenland This information has sparked backlash among the population with many blaming the German authorities for failing to act on the information provided. The 50-year-old psychiatrist, known for making death threats online and having a history of legal issues, was also involved in helping Saudi women escape from their home country, AFP reported. Abdulmohsen moved to Germany in 2006 and, according to German media and a Saudi activist, was granted refugee status a decade later in 2016. Germany's Interior Minister, Nancy Faeser, said on Sunday that investigators will probe how authorities responded to previous warnings about the suspect. Also read: Subway horror in New York: Sleeping woman set on fire by stranger, police nab suspect Speaking to the German newspaper Bild am Sonntag, Faeser said, “Germany's Federal Criminal Police (BKA) is supporting the investigations by the authorities in Saxony-Anhalt.” She further added, “The investigating authorities will clear up all the background. They are also investigating exactly what information has already been provided in the past and how it was followed up.” On Saturday, Germany’s Office for Migration and Refugees disclosed it had received a tip-off about the suspect via social media last year. This information was reportedly forwarded to investigative authorities at the time. The migration office clarified, “This, just like any of the many other indications, was taken seriously.” (With inputs from agencies)

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German police said on Sunday (December 22) that a man accused of killing at least five people and injuring hundreds more after driving a car into a crowded Christmas market is now facing charges of murder and attempted murder.
The suspect, identified by German media as Taleb al-Abdulmohsen, is a 50-year-old psychiatrist from Saudi Arabia who arrived in Germany in 2006. He was taken into custody late on Saturday after the incident in Magdeburg on Friday night.
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Police have confirmed that the suspect, described as an anti-Islam activist with a history of disputes with state authorities, has been charged with multiple counts of murder and attempted murder. Reports also claim he had previously made online death threats against German citizens.
<h2>Germany probes early warnings about the Christmas market attack suspect</h2>
Germany’s Interior Minister, Nancy Faeser, said that investigators who are probing the incident will also review the actions of authorities in response to earlier warnings about the suspect.
"Germany's Federal Criminal Police (BKA) is supporting the investigations by the authorities in Saxony-Anhalt," Faeser told German national newspaper Bild am Sonntag.
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She added, "The investigating authorities will clear up all the background. They are also investigating exactly what information has already been provided in the past and how it was followed up."
Germany's Office for Migration and Refugees said on Saturday (December 21) that it had received a tip-off about the suspect last year through social media. This information was reportedly passed on to investigative authorities at the time. "This, just like any of the many other indications, was taken seriously," the migration office stated.
According to German news website Der Spiegel, the Saudi secret service had previously alerted German officials about the suspect on multiple occasions. However, German media reported that a risk assessment conducted by German state and federal police last year determined that the suspect posed "no specific danger."
(With inputs from agencies)

Germany’s Interior Minister, Nancy Faeser, said that investigators who are probing the incident will also review the actions of authorities in response to earlier warnings about the suspect.



Berlin, Germany German police said on Sunday (December 22) that a man accused of killing at least five people and injuring hundreds more after driving a car into a crowded Christmas market is now facing charges of murder and attempted murder. The suspect, identified by German media as Taleb al-Abdulmohsen, is a 50-year-old psychiatrist from Saudi Arabia who arrived in Germany in 2006. He was taken into custody late on Saturday after the incident in Magdeburg on Friday night. Also read: World leaders condemn deadly Christmas market attack in Germany; express 'solidarity in grief' Police have confirmed that the suspect, described as an anti-Islam activist with a history of disputes with state authorities, has been charged with multiple counts of murder and attempted murder. Reports also claim he had previously made online death threats against German citizens. Germany probes early warnings about the Christmas market attack suspect Germany’s Interior Minister, Nancy Faeser, said that investigators who are probing the incident will also review the actions of authorities in response to earlier warnings about the suspect. "Germany's Federal Criminal Police (BKA) is supporting the investigations by the authorities in Saxony-Anhalt," Faeser told German national newspaper Bild am Sonntag. Also read: Saudi Arabia warned Germany about Christmas market attack suspect: Report She added, "The investigating authorities will clear up all the background. They are also investigating exactly what information has already been provided in the past and how it was followed up." Germany's Office for Migration and Refugees said on Saturday (December 21) that it had received a tip-off about the suspect last year through social media. This information was reportedly passed on to investigative authorities at the time. "This, just like any of the many other indications, was taken seriously," the migration office stated. According to German news website Der Spiegel, the Saudi secret service had previously alerted German officials about the suspect on multiple occasions. However, German media reported that a risk assessment conducted by German state and federal police last year determined that the suspect posed "no specific danger." (With inputs from agencies)

Germany Christmas market attack: Suspect charged with murder as police probe earlier warnings

Global leaders on Saturday (December 21), strongly condemned the deadly car ramming incident at a Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany. Many expressed their condolences to the people of Germany as they mourn the tragic attack.

Global leaders on Saturday (December 21), strongly condemned the deadly car ramming incident at a Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany. Many expressed their condolences to the people of Germany as they mourn the tragic attack. "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. Our Mission is in contact with Indians who are injured, as well as their families, and rendering all possible assistance," Indian foreign ministry said in a statement on X. Also read: Saudi Arabia warned Germany about Christmas market attack suspect: Report Outgoing US President Joe Biden also denounced the attack, saying, "The United States extends our deepest condolences to the people of Germany grieving the terrible attack." "No community and no family should have to endure such a despicable and dark event, especially just days before a holiday of joy and peace," he added. “While this situation remains under investigation, make no mistake: the United States will always stand with our allies against violent terror. In the coming days, we will keep all those injured or killed—and their beloved families—close in our hearts,” Biden said. German Chancellor Olaf Scholz described the deadly attack in Magdeburg as a “terrible, insane act”. "What a terrible act it is to injure and kill so many people there with such brutality. We have now learned that there are over 200 who were injured. Five have died so far, an incredible number, almost 40 are so seriously injured that we have to be very worried about them," he said. Also read: Outgoing US President Biden signs US funding bill to avert government shutdown "And that’s why this is a terrible, tragic event.... We all have to show our compassion for the relatives, for the injured, for the city of Magdeburg. And that is why, as chancellor, I want to assure you of the solidarity of the entire country and everyone who bears responsibility in Germany in this matter. This goes deeply to the heart and we will and we must stand together here," Scholz added. "The Ministry of Foreign Affairs expresses the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's condemnation of the run-over incident that occurred in a market in the city of Magdeburg in the Federal Republic of Germany, which resulted in the death and injury of a number of people, expressing its solidarity with the German people and the families of the victims," Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Saudi Arabia posted on X. "Deeply shocked by the horror that struck the Magdeburg Christmas market in Germany this evening. My thoughts are with the victims, the injured, and their loved ones and families. France shares the pain of the German people and expresses its full solidarity," French President Emmanuel Macron posted on X. (With inputs from agencies)

World leaders condemn deadly Christmas market attack in Germany; express 'solidarity in grief'

German police said on Sunday (December 22) that a man accused of killing at least five people and injuring hundreds more after driving a car into a crowded Christmas market is now facing charges of murder and attempted murder.

German police said on Sunday (December 22) that a man accused of killing at least five people and injuring hundreds more after driving a car into a crowded Christmas market is now facing charges of murder and attempted murder. The suspect, identified by German media as Taleb al-Abdulmohsen, is a 50-year-old psychiatrist from Saudi Arabia who arrived in Germany in 2006. He was taken into custody late on Saturday after the incident in Magdeburg on Friday night. Also read: World leaders condemn deadly Christmas market attack in Germany; express 'solidarity in grief' Police have confirmed that the suspect, described as an anti-Islam activist with a history of disputes with state authorities, has been charged with multiple counts of murder and attempted murder. Reports also claim he had previously made online death threats against German citizens. Germany probes early warnings about the Christmas market attack suspect Germany’s Interior Minister, Nancy Faeser, said that investigators who are probing the incident will also review the actions of authorities in response to earlier warnings about the suspect. "Germany's Federal Criminal Police (BKA) is supporting the investigations by the authorities in Saxony-Anhalt," Faeser told German national newspaper Bild am Sonntag. Also read: Saudi Arabia warned Germany about Christmas market attack suspect: Report She added, "The investigating authorities will clear up all the background. They are also investigating exactly what information has already been provided in the past and how it was followed up." Germany's Office for Migration and Refugees said on Saturday (December 21) that it had received a tip-off about the suspect last year through social media. This information was reportedly passed on to investigative authorities at the time. "This, just like any of the many other indications, was taken seriously," the migration office stated. According to German news website Der Spiegel, the Saudi secret service had previously alerted German officials about the suspect on multiple occasions. However, German media reported that a risk assessment conducted by German state and federal police last year determined that the suspect posed "no specific danger." (With inputs from agencies)

Berlin, Germany
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Global leaders on Saturday (December 21), strongly condemned the deadly car ramming incident at a Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany. Many expressed their condolences to the people of Germany as they mourn the tragic attack.
"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. Our Mission is in contact with Indians who are injured, as well as their families, and rendering all possible assistance," Indian foreign ministry said in a statement on X.
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Outgoing US President Joe Biden also denounced the attack, saying, "The United States extends our deepest condolences to the people of Germany grieving the terrible attack."
"No community and no family should have to endure such a despicable and dark event, especially just days before a holiday of joy and peace," he added.
“While this situation remains under investigation, make no mistake: the United States will always stand with our allies against violent terror. In the coming days, we will keep all those injured or killed—and their beloved families—close in our hearts,” Biden said.
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz described the deadly attack in Magdeburg as a “terrible, insane act”. "What a terrible act it is to injure and kill so many people there with such brutality. We have now learned that there are over 200 who were injured. Five have died so far, an incredible number, almost 40 are so seriously injured that we have to be very worried about them," he said.
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"And that’s why this is a terrible, tragic event.... We all have to show our compassion for the relatives, for the injured, for the city of Magdeburg. And that is why, as chancellor, I want to assure you of the solidarity of the entire country and everyone who bears responsibility in Germany in this matter. This goes deeply to the heart and we will and we must stand together here," Scholz added.
"The Ministry of Foreign Affairs expresses the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's condemnation of the run-over incident that occurred in a market in the city of Magdeburg in the Federal Republic of Germany, which resulted in the death and injury of a number of people, expressing its solidarity with the German people and the families of the victims," Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Saudi Arabia posted on X.
"Deeply shocked by the horror that struck the Magdeburg Christmas market in Germany this evening. My thoughts are with the victims, the injured, and their loved ones and families. France shares the pain of the German people and expresses its full solidarity," French President Emmanuel Macron posted on X.
(With inputs from agencies)

"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. Our Mission is in contact with Indians who are injured, as well as their families, and rendering all possible assistance," Indian foreign ministry said in a statement on X.



Berlin, Germany Global leaders on Saturday (December 21), strongly condemned the deadly car ramming incident at a Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany. Many expressed their condolences to the people of Germany as they mourn the tragic attack. "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. Our Mission is in contact with Indians who are injured, as well as their families, and rendering all possible assistance," Indian foreign ministry said in a statement on X. Also read: Saudi Arabia warned Germany about Christmas market attack suspect: Report Outgoing US President Joe Biden also denounced the attack, saying, "The United States extends our deepest condolences to the people of Germany grieving the terrible attack." "No community and no family should have to endure such a despicable and dark event, especially just days before a holiday of joy and peace," he added. “While this situation remains under investigation, make no mistake: the United States will always stand with our allies against violent terror. In the coming days, we will keep all those injured or killed—and their beloved families—close in our hearts,” Biden said. German Chancellor Olaf Scholz described the deadly attack in Magdeburg as a “terrible, insane act”. "What a terrible act it is to injure and kill so many people there with such brutality. We have now learned that there are over 200 who were injured. Five have died so far, an incredible number, almost 40 are so seriously injured that we have to be very worried about them," he said. Also read: Outgoing US President Biden signs US funding bill to avert government shutdown "And that’s why this is a terrible, tragic event.... We all have to show our compassion for the relatives, for the injured, for the city of Magdeburg. And that is why, as chancellor, I want to assure you of the solidarity of the entire country and everyone who bears responsibility in Germany in this matter. This goes deeply to the heart and we will and we must stand together here," Scholz added. "The Ministry of Foreign Affairs expresses the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's condemnation of the run-over incident that occurred in a market in the city of Magdeburg in the Federal Republic of Germany, which resulted in the death and injury of a number of people, expressing its solidarity with the German people and the families of the victims," Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Saudi Arabia posted on X. "Deeply shocked by the horror that struck the Magdeburg Christmas market in Germany this evening. My thoughts are with the victims, the injured, and their loved ones and families. France shares the pain of the German people and expresses its full solidarity," French President Emmanuel Macron posted on X. (With inputs from agencies)