Overview

• The temporary courtroom has been under construction in Magdeburg since the summer and is designed to hold up to 700 people.
• The ministry put construction costs at about €1.7 million, monthly rent at €390,000, and dismantling at roughly €700,000.
• Die Linke criticized the projected outlays, warning the recurring rent would drive total costs sharply higher and strain the state budget.
• The ministry rejected accusations of poor transparency, saying it has provided regular updates on planning and expected expenses since spring.
• Authorities say existing courtrooms cannot accommodate the many co-plaintiffs, witnesses, and the high public interest following the December 2024 attack that left six dead and more than 300 injured.