The attack at Berlin Pride is being investigated as a possible "Islamist terrorist attack." The suspect is still being sought.

The German Interior Minister, Alexander Dobrindt, stated that all evidence in the case of theincident with the vehicle on the night of July 25, in Berlin, suggests an "Islamist terrorist attack," with the main suspect being a 21-year-old German, known to security services for radical activities.

The attacker used a white van to strike the crowd, then got out and attacked the victims with a machete. Authorities mobilized police forces to capture the suspect, who had already been convicted for preparing a terrorist offense. Border controls and checks at train stations were also established to prevent the suspect's escape.

Chancellor Friedrich Merz and the Mayor of Berlin, Kai Wegner, condemned the attack, emphasizing that it targets the freedom and tolerance of society. Reactions from the LGBT community were of solidarity, and the parade organizers announced memorial actions. Investigators continue to investigate the circumstances and motives of the attack.