Syrian Citizen Arrested in Solingen Knife Attack

A 26-year-old Syrian man has turned himself in to police, claiming responsibility for a knife attack at a 'Festival of Diversity' in Solingen, Germany, which resulted in three deaths and eight injuries. The attack occurred during the city's 650th anniversary celebrations, and the suspect is being investigated for possible links to the Islamic State, which claimed responsibility for the incident without evidence. The victims included two men, aged 67 and 56, and a 56-year-old woman, with authorities stating the attacker deliberately targeted their throats. The suspect had previously applied for asylum in Germany, and reports suggest his claim may have been denied. The incident has heightened discussions on immigration policy in Germany, particularly with regional elections approaching. In response to the attack, the festival was canceled, plunging the city into shock and mourning.