12-Year-Old Arrested in School Stabbing in Portugal

A 12-year-old boy was arrested for stabbing six children at a school in Azambuja, Portugal, on Tuesday, with one victim in serious condition. The victims, aged between 11 and 14, were attacked during school hours, with five ambulances responding to the scene. Prime Minister Luís Montenegro condemned the incident as an 'isolated attack' that is extremely rare in Portugal, emphasizing the need for reflection on public safety. The attacker reportedly entered the school after lunch and began stabbing indiscriminately. Local authorities are investigating the motive behind the attack, which remains unclear. Emergency services reported that the condition of the other victims is stable, although some sustained injuries to their arms and stomach.