Two Killed in Magdeburg Christmas Market Attack

A tragic incident occurred at a Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany, where a car driven by a 50-year-old Saudi doctor plowed into crowds, resulting in the deaths of two individuals, including a toddler, and injuring at least 68 others. The attack, which happened around 7 PM, has been described as deliberate, with officials confirming the suspect acted alone and had no known ties to extremist groups. Eyewitness accounts detail the horror of the situation as the vehicle sped through the market, and footage on social media shows the chaos that ensued. Reiner Haseloff, Saxony-Anhalt’s Governor, stated the attack is being treated as a terrorist act, and investigations are ongoing. The suspect, who has lived in Germany since 2006 and was granted permanent residency in 2016, reportedly rented the vehicle shortly before the incident. This event recalls the tragic Berlin Christmas market attack of 2016, marking a somber anniversary for the nation.