The identity of the attacker who drove into a Christmas market in Germany has been revealed.

In the German city of Magdeburg, an incident occurred when a person drove their vehicle into a crowd, resulting in the initial reports indicating that 11 people lost their lives and 80 others were injured. It was also stated that the condition of 15 of the injured individuals is serious.

IDENTITY OF THE ATTACKER REVEALED

The attacker who carried out the incident was taken into custody by the police, and there was curiosity about their identity. According to information from the German press, the attacker is a doctor who has been living in Bernburg, Germany, since 2006 and works in psychotherapy at a clinic. The suspect, identified as 50-year-old Taleb A., is reported to have come to the country from Saudi Arabia.

TURKEY CONDEMNED THE ATTACK

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemned the attack on the Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany. In a written statement regarding the attack, the Ministry expressed, "We are deeply saddened by the incident that occurred at a Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany, which is initially determined to be a deliberate attack. We extend our condolences to the families of those who lost their lives and wish a speedy recovery to the injured. We hope that the reasons for this attack, which we strongly condemn, will be clarified as soon as possible and that the possible perpetrators will be brought to justice. We emphasize that we stand by Germany on this painful day."

SUPPORT FROM SAUDI ARABIA TO GERMANY

Saudi Arabia also condemned the attack on the Christmas market in Magdeburg and stated that they are in "solidarity" with Germany. In a statement made on the social media account of the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs, it was expressed that the Riyadh government is "in solidarity with the German people and the families of the victims," and it was emphasized that they reject violence.

CHILLING SILENCE AT THE CHRISTMAS MARKET

Meanwhile, following the incident, the police cordoned off the area around the Magdeburg Christmas market. It was reported that there was an almost chilling silence in the area, with no one else on the streets except for the police.