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15 Duisburg Schools Closed Amid Right-Wing Threats

4/7/2025

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On April 7, 2025, a wave of fear swept through Duisburg, Germany, as authorities shut down 15 schools due to threatening letters laced with right-wing extremist messages. Nearly 18,000 students faced disruption, with some shifting to online classes. While police assessed the threats as unlikely credible, they remain vigilant, launching an investigation to uncover the sender's identity.

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Story summary

On April 7, 2025, a wave of fear swept through Duisburg, Germany, as authorities shut down 15 schools due to threatening letters laced with right-wing extremist messages. Nearly 18,000 students faced disruption, with some shifting to online classes. While police assessed the threats as unlikely credible, they remain vigilant, launching an investigation to uncover the sender's identity.