A municipal candidate from Alternative for Germany was slashed in Mannheim, following earlier political violence in the city, raising concerns before the European Parliament elections. The attacker, suspected of mental illness, was detained.
The incident highlights growing tensions in Germany, particularly surrounding the issues of immigration and refugee policies, with the far-right AfD intensifying their criticism of the government.
The police mentioned that the attacks in Mannheim were not specifically targeted at AfD members, with the suspect in the latest incident possibly not realizing the political affiliation of the victim.
The article sheds light on the fragile political climate in Germany, fueling concerns about potential escalations of violence in the run-up to the European Parliament elections.
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