Pursuits
Merkel Faces Critics After Attacks Leave Germans Stunned
- Chancellor to hold first press conference since four assaults
- Spate of attacks has revived criticism of refugee policy
Chancellor Angela Merkel.
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Chancellor Angela Merkel is breaking off her vacation to defend herself against renewed criticism of her refugee policies following a rash of violent attacks in Germany.
Merkel, who had planned to remain out of public view during the summer break, will answer questions on Thursday afternoon for the first time since the four assaults -- a shooting spree, ax attack, suicide bombing and machete assault -- left 13 dead this month. Three of the attacks were committed by asylum seekers.