In the wake of a tragic attack during Berlin’s Christopher Street Day, Chancellor Merz urges solidarity against fear.

Following the attack at the Berlin Christopher Street Day (CSD), which resulted in one death and 29 injuries, Chancellor Friedrich Merz emphasized the need for unity. He stated, ‘These acts aim to divide our society and take away our openness and freedom.’ Merz attended a memorial service, encouraging participants not to be intimidated by such violence.

The Federal Prosecutor’s Office has taken over the investigation into the attack, allegedly carried out by a known Islamist. Political leaders across Germany expressed their outrage, with President Steinmeier calling it an attack on the open society. Calls for stronger measures against radicalism are growing, as officials seek to ensure safety and justice.