A school shooting in Graz, Austria led to at least 10 deaths and extensive national mourning. Students gathered for support instead of attending classes, demonstrating the need for community among those affected. Paul Nitsche, a religion teacher, emphasized the importance of listening and being together during such a tragedy. The Austrian chancellor canceled appointments to fly to Graz, announcing three days of mourning and a moment of silence, highlighting the shock felt in a country where such gun violence is rare despite high gun ownership rates.
"What's really important now is to talk, to be silent together, to listen," said Paul Nitsche, reflecting on the need for community support after the tragedy.
The Austrian chancellor, Christian Stocker, declared three days of national mourning, emphasizing the gravity of the situation with a moment of silence at 10 a.m.
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