Sachsen-Anhalt

Despite the suspect's many statements expressing hostility to Islam, the head of the AfD in Sachsen-Anhalt, Martin Reichardt, said in a statement "the attack in Magdeburg shows that Germany is being drawn into political and religious fanaticism that has its origins in another world".

German police in the state of Sachsen-Anhalt said he is wanted in Italy and has been held in custody.

German Defence Minister Annegret Kramp-Karrenbauer stands on the dinghy of the frigate "Sachsen-Anhalt" during her visit to the naval base in Wilhelmshaven, Germany, April 26, 2021.

Many places reported record rainfall, and lightning was blamed for sparking at least one fire, according to MDR Sachsen-Anhalt.

Voter sentiment will be tested for the first time since the crisis on 13 March, when elections are held in three of Germany’s 16 regions – Sachsen-Anhalt, Rheinland-Pfalz and Baden-Württemberg.