Germany marks first-ever National Remembrance Day for Victims of Terrorist Violence
By DW
14 March 2022 |
7:50 am
The NSU, Hanau, the Breitscheidplatz Christmas market — these names evoke memories of terrorist attacks in Germany's recent past. As leaders meet to commemorate the victims, some say more needs to be done to help them.
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