Mohamed Abrini appeared pessimistic when questioned by the court on Wednesday regarding his vision of the March 22, 2016 attacks in Brussels and the future. He expressed that “history repeats itself” and innocent people suffer the consequences of decisions made by individuals. Abrini acknowledged his responsibility and apologized to the victims. He disagrees with the mode of attack and acknowledges that even in war, there are rules. Regarding his future, he said he lives day by day and that serving time in prison will not bring back those who have died. Abrini apologized once once more to the victims and their loved ones. The article also mentions the trial and includes tags for “Mohamed Abrini” and the “Brussels attack.”
Questioned on Wednesday by the court on the vision he had of the attacks of March 22, 2016 in Brussels at the present time and on his view of the future, the accused Mohamed Abrini was rather pessimistic, arguing that “history repeats itself” before acknowledging its responsibility and reiterating its apologies to the victims.
“For me it’s always war between the West and the East. History repeats itself. People make decisions and innocent people suffer the consequences”, voiced Mohamed Abrini. “I see one war following another and deaths. Since September 11, 2001, it has only gotten worse. Since the dawn of time, man has been a wolf to man, but even in war he there are rules and I don’t agree with this way of doing things (the attacks, editor’s note).”
“I have a great deal of responsibility, I must assume it, added the accused. “I can’t go back, even if I would like. Like I said, there are a lot of people missing in this box and I’m not just talking regarding the street but also people in suits and ties. Now the past is dead and we have to see what we have to do so that it doesn’t happen once more. There are a lot of things to do, to think regarding.”
On his future, Mohamed Abrini affirmed to live from day to day. “For me, if I do 10, 20, 50 years in prison, it won’t change anything, it won’t bring back the dead. I have to wait. I have one last word, it’s worth what it’s worth, but I present my apologies to the victims and their loved ones.”
In conclusion, Mohamed Abrini’s testimony during the trial of the Brussels attack was a sobering reminder of the ongoing conflict between the West and the East. He expressed his pessimism regarding the future and acknowledged his responsibility for his actions. Abrini’s apology to the victims and their loved ones as well as his thoughts on preventing such attacks from happening once more are crucial steps towards healing and a better future. However, his words also serve as a reminder that there is still a lot of work to be done in order to achieve peace and prevent further tragedies.
