Berlin Pride Attack and the Hunt for Abdul Ballout | Calgary News

A deadly van attack at Berlin’s Pride festival has sent shockwaves through Germany, leaving one dead and 29 injured — with authorities now hunting 21-year-old Abdul Ballout, a German-born suspect linked to Islamist extremism. Known to police for radicalization and prior offenses, Ballout is believed to have also wielded a machete and is considered armed and dangerous. The attack, occurring just a week after Germany raised its terror alert, underscores the persistent threat of extremist violence — especially as vehicles have become a recurring weapon in Europe’s terror landscape. Amid a massive manhunt across Berlin and its borders, leaders and communities have united in condemnation, holding a memorial to reaffirm their commitment to freedom, tolerance, and resilience against terror. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f39ad6f593b635ce