German Chancellor Olaf Scholz visited Magdeburg, calling the Christmas market attack a 'terrible' atrocity, highlighting that five died and over 200 were injured.
Scholz emphasized the need for national unity, stating, 'We must stand together, and we will stand together in the aftermath,' reminding citizens to combat hate.
The attacker, a Saudi national, has been taken into custody; authorities indicated they were investigating whether the incident had religious or political motives.
Scholz thanked first responders for their efforts during the chaotic scene, asserting that their quick action 'prevented worse' outcomes from the tragic event.
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