Following a tragic attack in Magdeburg, the Foreign Office has updated travel advice for British nationals heading to Germany
Magdeburg: So, there was this awful attack in Magdeburg on December 20, and now the Brits traveling to Germany are getting some new travel advice. The Foreign Office is on it, letting everyone know about a local hotline set up by the police for anyone worried about loved ones in the area.
If you’re a UK national and need help, the Embassy is available 24/7. You can reach them online or by phone at +49 (0) 30 204570 or +44 (0)20 7008 5000. The FCDO has warned that there’s a high chance of terrorist attacks happening in Germany.
They’re saying these attacks could happen anywhere, even in places where tourists hang out, like restaurants, markets, and shopping centers. It’s a bit scary, especially with all the recent incidents.
Just to give you an idea, there was a knife attack in Solingen last August that left three people dead. And in 2021, five folks were stabbed on a train in Bavaria. It’s been a rough few years, and German authorities are always on the lookout for potential threats.
The recent attack in Magdeburg was particularly tragic, with over 200 people injured and five lives lost, including a nine-year-old child. The suspect, a Saudi doctor, is now under investigation for serious charges.
This guy has been living in Germany for nearly 20 years and was arrested right at the scene while medical teams were helping the injured. He’s been identified as Taleb A, but they’re keeping his last name private due to laws over there. Apparently, he’s a specialist in psychiatry and psychotherapy.
