Danish Prime Minister Attacked in Copenhagen, Suspect Arrested

Mette Frederiksen suffers minor whiplash injury after being struck in a public square; authorities investigate motive

• Frederiksen was assaulted by a 39-year-old Polish man while walking in central Copenhagen.
• The suspect, described as intoxicated and mentally unstable, denies any political motive.
• Frederiksen canceled her engagements and is recovering with family after hospital check-up.
• European leaders condemned the attack, calling it an assault on democracy.
• The incident follows recent violence against politicians in Europe ahead of EU elections.

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