A 26-year-old Syrian asylum-seeker confessed to carrying out a knife attack at the Solingen festival in Germany, leaving three dead and eight wounded. The Islamic State claimed responsibility for the attack. The incident has sparked debate over immigration in Germany.
Key Points
26-year-old Syrian asylum-seeker confessed to the attack
Islamic State claimed responsibility for the attack
Debate over immigration reignited in Germany
Pros
Confession from the suspect helps in the investigation process
Arrests made in connection to the attack
Cons
Three people dead and eight wounded in the attack
Fear of potential rise in terror attacks in Europe