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“Magdeburg Christmas Market Attack Suspect an ‘Islamophobe’; 5 Dead, 200 Injured”

German authorities have confirmed that the suspect involved in the car-ramming attack at Magdeburg’s Christmas market, which left five dead and over 200 injured, held strong anti-Islamic views. Interior Minister Nancy Faeser described the suspect, a 50-year-old Saudi-born doctor living in Germany for over two decades, as an “Islamophobe.” Authorities are continuing their investigation into the incident.

The suspect, identified by German media as Taleb A., reportedly expressed extremist views on his X account, prompting prior warnings from Saudi Arabia to German authorities. German newspaper FAZ noted that Taleb A. had previously described himself as an aggressive critic of Islam, citing a 2019 interview in which he criticised both Islam and Germany’s approach to addressing “Islamism in Europe.” His social media content is said to focus heavily on anti-Islam rhetoric and support for ex-Muslims.

Chancellor Olaf Scholz, during a visit to Magdeburg, expressed deep sorrow for the victims, noting the severity of the injuries sustained by nearly 40 individuals. German authorities continue to investigate the motives behind the attack.

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