A deadly attack in Berlin’s Tiergarten, leaving one dead and 29 injured, has prompted strong reactions from the LGBTQ+ community. Far from being considered an isolated incident, the attack is fueling grief and outrage within the community. Many are expressing disappointment and anger towards political decisions that have reduced safe spaces and dismissed displays of LGBTQ+ pride, such as the rainbow flag. The community feels a lack of adequate protection and believes the attack is a direct consequence of a dismissive political climate. This tragedy is prompting calls for increased safety measures and a more supportive political stance towards LGBTQ+ individuals. The attack has caused widespread mourning and a reckoning within the queer community concerning its vulnerability.