Germany's Response to Solingen Knife Attack: Migration Talks Initiated

Following the Solingen knife attack, Germany's top officials announced talks with the opposition and state governments to address deportations and curb irregular migration. Chancellor Olaf Scholz and Interior Minister Nancy Faeser are spearheading the initiative, amid pressure to manage migration more effectively. The attack emphasized challenges in deporting rejected asylum-seekers.

Following the tragic Solingen knife attack, top German officials announced on Wednesday that they will initiate discussions with the opposition and state governments to enhance deportation measures and curb migration.

Chancellor Olaf Scholz stated that Interior Minister Nancy Faeser would organize a meeting with representatives from the main opposition party, the Christian Democratic Union, alongside leading state governments and federal ministries for "confidential and focused talks'' on the incident's repercussions.

Scholz emphasized the goal of these talks is to significantly reduce irregular migration into Germany. The attack, which took place during a festival in Solingen, left three dead and eight wounded, increasing pressure on Scholz's administration to take decisive action.

(With inputs from agencies.)