Graz Mourns: Community Reeling After Tragic School Shooting

Graz, Austria, reels from a devastating school shooting that claimed the lives of ten individuals, including teenagers. The attack unfolded on June 10, 2025, leaving the community in shock and mourning. CNN's Fred Pleitgen reports from a candlelight vigil where families and friends of the victims gathered to pay their respects. The atmosphere was heavy with grief, as individuals lit candles and shared their sorrow. Graz's Mayor, Elke Kahr, spoke to Pleitgen, expressing her deep sadness and recalling the difficult task of comforting the many families who had lost loved ones. "I keep thinking about the image of the families, friends, and relatives who will never find an answer or explanation," she said, her voice filled with emotion. "That's just tragic." The mayor also noted the agonizing wait some parents endured, uncertain of their children's fate. "There are 350 children at the school, and one cannot fathom they had to wait for so long," she added. The vigil served as a powerful symbol of unity and resilience for the city of Graz, as the community comes together to cope with this immense loss. The event underscores the urgent need for continued dialogue and action to address gun violence.