“At present, a lot of evidence indicates that the offender was guided by right-wing extremist and racist motives, as well as hatred of people of a different origin, other religion or other appearance,” RIA Novosti quoted her as saying.
Merkel made a corresponding statement during the briefing, which was broadcast by the German media.
On February 20, a man attacked two hookahs in Hanau. As a result of the attack, nine people were killed, several more were injured.
Video from the scene - in the material RT.