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Türkiye expresses condolences over deadly school shooting in Sweden

Swedish flag flies at half-mast at the police station in Orebro, Sweden, on February 5, 2025, following a shooting at Campus Risbergska school The Swedish flag flies at half-mast on the the police station in Orebro, Sweden, on February 5, 2025, one day after a shooting at the adult education center Campus Risbergska school, where eleven people were killed. Eleven people have been killed in a shooting at an education centre in central Sweden on February 4, 2025, (AFP Photo)
By Newsroom
Feb 5, 2025 3:21 PM

Türkiye expressed “deep sadness” over a shooting at a school in Sweden on Tuesday that resulted in the deaths of around 10 people. The Turkish Foreign Ministry issued a statement offering condolences to the families of the victims and the Swedish people, and wished a speedy recovery to those injured in the attack.

Why it matters

This tragedy marks the deadliest school shooting in Sweden’s history, drawing international attention and condolences. The attack has shocked the nation, raising concerns about the safety of educational institutions. Türkiye’s swift response highlights its solidarity with Sweden during this difficult time.

Türkiye expresses condolences over deadly school shooting in Sweden
A woman crouches before candles and flowers at a makeshift vigil in Orebro, Sweden, on February 5, 2025 after a shooting at the adult education center Campus Risbergska school, where eleven people were killed. Eleven people have been killed in a shooting at an education centre in central Sweden on February 4, 2025, including the suspected assailant who was not known to police, police officials said. (Photo by Christine Olsson/TT / TT NEWS AGENCY / AFP) / Sweden OUT / SWEDEN OUT / SWEDEN OUT

Details

  • The shooting took place at Campus Risbergska school in Orebro, located 200 kilometers (124 miles) west of Stockholm.
  • Swedish police confirmed that the perpetrator, believed to have acted alone, is among the dead. Authorities have stated that there is no ongoing threat, though the motive for the attack remains unclear.
  • Orebro police chief Roberto Eid Forest confirmed that approximately 10 people were killed, although the exact number could not be specified at the time of the press conference.
  • The suspected assailant was not previously known to the police.
Last Updated:  Feb 5, 2025 3:21 PM