US pledges support to Germany after deadly Magdeburg attack
The State Department announced that the United States is "shocked" by the tragic events in Magdeburg. It expressed its readiness to assist in managing the aftermath and in investigating the details of the attack.
"The United States is shocked and saddened by the tragic news from Magdeburg. We send our deepest condolences to the families and loved ones of those killed and injured and to all those affected by this terrible incident. We stand in solidarity with the people of Germany in grieving the loss of life," stated the spokesperson of the department, Matthew Miller.
He added that the USA is prepared to offer support to Germany in managing the situation and in establishing the circumstances of the attack.
"Germany is one of our closest partners and strongest Allies, and we stand together with them today and in the weeks ahead," he wrote.
The Pentagon also conveyed condolences to Germany in a statement made following Friday's discussion between Lloyd Austin and German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius, even though this conversation occurred before the attack in Magdeburg.
The attack took place late on Friday evening at around 6:00 PM (GMT). Two people were killed, and dozens were injured. The perpetrator is a doctor from Saudi Arabia who has been residing in Germany for several years.
