A **vehicle attack** on New Year’s Eve in **New Orleans** resulted in at least **15 fatalities** and numerous injuries.
The assailant, **Shamsud-Din Jabbar**, was identified as a **lone terrorist** with links to the **Islamic State**, as evidenced by an IS flag found in his truck.
The attack method mirrors other recent incidents, particularly the **Magdeburg** Christmas market attack that killed five, highlighting a worrying trend of vehicle-ramming attacks.
Security measures in public spaces have become commonplace, as authorities struggle to ensure safety during **celebrations** that should be joyous.
Political responses varied, with **President Biden** calling for thorough investigations, while **Donald Trump** used the attack to push his anti-immigration narrative despite the perpetrator being a **U.S. citizen**.
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