Merz vows response to Berlin Pride attack amid outcry over suspect - Reuters

Abdul Ballout, a 21-year-old German-born citizen with Lebanese roots, plowed a vehicle into celebrants at a major Berlin Pride event. Prosecutors revealed that the suspect has a disturbing criminal history and previously served prison time for attempting to join ISIS. Officials stated that Ballout had raised red flags due to these ISIS ties. Following the attack, Merz vowed a response amid widespread outcry regarding the suspect's background as investigations into the deadly ramming continue.