EU Leaders Condemn Assault on Mette Frederiksen
COPENHAGEN, DENMARK — Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen was struck by a man in a Copenhagen square on Friday, as confirmed by her office. The unexpected attack took place at Kultorvet square, leading to the immediate arrest of the assailant. While Frederiksen’s office reported that she was “shocked by the incident,” it did not disclose further details about her condition.
This attack follows a troubling pattern of violence against political figures across Europe. Recently, Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico survived an assassination attempt, intensifying concerns about the safety of political leaders.
EU leaders swiftly condemned the attack on Frederiksen. European Parliament President Roberta Metsola expressed her support, emphasizing that “violence has no place in politics,” while European Council President Charles Michel denounced the act as a “cowardly act of aggression.”
Copenhagen police are investigating the incident, having confirmed the arrest but withholding further details. Danish Environment Minister Magnus Heunicke echoed the nation’s sentiment, stating, “Something like this must not happen in our beautiful, safe, and free country.”
The assault on Frederiksen underscores the increasing threats faced by political leaders in Europe, calling for heightened security measures and continued vigilance.
