Czech Prime Minister Addresses Nation After University Shooting
Czech Prime Minister Petr Fiala addressed the nation following a deadly shooting at a university building in Prague, Czech Republic.
Deadly Shooting at Prague University
A student opened fire at a university in Prague, killing at least 14 people and injuring more than 20 others.
The shooting took place in the philosophy department building of Charles University, where the shooter was a student.
The gunman died at the scene, and authorities have not released his name.
Details and Investigation
Authorities have not provided details about the victims or a possible motive for the shooting.
Czech Interior Minister Vit Rakusan stated that investigators do not suspect any extremist ideology or group involvement.
Police believe that the gunman also killed his father earlier in the day and had planned to kill himself.
Reaction and National Day of Mourning
The Czech government declared Saturday a national day of mourning to honor the victims of the shooting.
University authorities announced that they would enhance security measures in university buildings immediately.
Leaders from various countries, including Germany, France, and Slovakia, expressed condolences to the Czech Republic.
