In a dramatic incident in Munich, an 18-year-old Austrian man with Bosnian roots was shot dead by police after he opened fire near the Israeli consulate and the NS Documentation Center.

The suspect, known to authorities for his Islamist leanings, was reportedly planning a terrorist attack on the consulate.

Armed with a long gun and bayonet, he fired at police officers, who returned fire, resulting in his death.

The attack coincided with the anniversary of the 1972 Munich Olympics massacre, raising concerns about antisemitism and security for Jewish institutions in Germany.

The police have assured the public that there is no ongoing threat, and investigations are focusing on the suspect's motives.

The incident has sparked reactions from German leaders, emphasizing the need to combat antisemitism and protect Jewish communities.