IS releases video of Germany train attacker making threats

July 19, 2016 19:40

Islamic State has released video of Germany train attacker making threats, reports AFP.

Earlier, Islamic State had claimed responsibility for the attack on a train in Germany, describing the 17-year-old Afghan refugee who assaulted several passengers as an "IS fighter".

Amaq, the media arm of IS, said in a statement the attacker "answered calls to strike countries participating in the anti-IS coalition.

About 20 people were injured, including two who are in a life-threatening condition, during the attack on train close to the city of Wurzburg in Bavaria on Monday night.

The attacker, who was later shot dead by police, reportedly shouted "Allahu Akbar" (God is great) during the incident.

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