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Australia
Bondi Beach gunmen had pledged allegiance to Islamic State group
The gunmen, father and son, who killed 15 people at a Jewish Hanukkah celebration in Australia, were heavily influenced by extremist ideology. The father, who was killed by police, had a firearm license in a country where such documents are hard to obtain.
Australia
Video shows 2 gunmen shooting dead at least 11 at Sydney’s Bondi Beach
Dramatic footage showed two gunmen shooting dead at least 11 people during a Jewish holiday celebration at Sydney’s Bondi Beach. One gunman was fatally shot by police and the second arrested. Australian authorities, who have declared it a terrorist attack, said the suspect was in critical condition.
Australia
World leaders condemn 'antisemitic terror' after Bondi Beach shooting
World leaders have reacted to a deadly shooting at the iconic Bondi Beach targeting a Jewish celebration, killing at least 11 people. European leaders say there is no place for antisemitism in society while Australian authorities vow to 'eradicate hate' as police investigation continues.
Australia
Bondi Beach shooters kill 15 in antisemitic attack on Hanukkah event
Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese denounced "evil antisemitism" after gunmen at Sydney's Bondi Beach killed at least 15 people during Hanukkah celebrations. Police investigations continue as authorities say the Jewish community was the intended target.
Australia
Skydiver left hanging at 4,500 metres after parachute snags on plane tail
Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) footage shows a skydiver dragged off the plane at 4,500 metres after his reserve parachute snagged on a wing flap and deployed mid-exit. He struck the tail and cut himself free before landing safely with minor leg injuries.
New Zealand
New Zealand man in custody after swallowing Fabergé diamond pendant
The suspect remains in custody after allegedly swallowing an €18,000 Fabergé octopus pendant from an Auckland store. The pendant, which is a special edition James Bond item commemorating the film Octopussy, has not yet been recovered.