Duisburg School Threats Revealed as Protest Against Education System

Anonymous emails initially perceived as extremist threats forced school closures but were later clarified as a call for education reform.

Anonymous emails sent to Duisburg schools led to the closure of 20 schools, affecting approximately 18,000 students.
The initial emails included explicit threats, with one announcing a planned attack for April 7 and another targeting 13 additional schools.
A third email, received on April 10, retracted the earlier threats, framing the messages as a manifesto to highlight issues in the education system.
Authorities confirmed there was no extremist intent but have yet to identify the sender despite ongoing investigations.
The incident has fueled political debate, with calls for improved school safety and systemic education reforms.