7 Indians among the many 200 injured in German Christmas market accident

Seven Indian nationals have been amongst these injured in a horrifying assault at a Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany, that left 5 lifeless, together with a 9-year-old baby, and almost 200 injured, in accordance with official sources.

Three of the injured Indians have been discharged from the hospital, the sources mentioned. The Indian Embassy is involved with the affected people and their households and is providing help.

Earlier, the Ministry of Exterior Affairs (MEA) condemned the incident, describing it as a “horrific and mindless assault.”

In a press release, the MEA mentioned, “A number of treasured lives have been misplaced, and lots of have been injured. Our ideas and prayers are with the victims.”

The Ministry confirmed that the Indian mission in Germany is coordinating with the injured and their households to make sure help and help.

On Friday night, a 50-year-old Saudi nationwide, recognized as Taleb A., drove a black BMW by way of the crowded Christmas market close to Magdeburg’s metropolis corridor. The automobile travelled roughly 400 metres in a zigzag sample, inflicting widespread panic earlier than being stopped by police.