Franziska Giffey, a Berlin politician, was attacked in a library, sustaining minor injuries from a bag containing a hard object.

The 74-year-old assailant with a history of related offenses has been detained in a psychiatric facility, while the motive remains under investigation.

A trend of violence against politicians in Germany has escalated, coinciding with recent election campaigns in Berlin and Dresden.

Officials like NRW-Minister Reul and State Minister Reem Alabali-Radovan express alarm over the growing hostility in society and the impact on political engagement.

There are calls for heightened police protection for political figures and events, amidst concerns about the police's capacity due to staffing shortages.

The increasing violence and decreased tolerance in political discourse, exacerbated by social media, are leading to a reluctance to participate in politics and community initiatives.