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Bondi Beach Massacre Investigated as Terror Attack

Former Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull and his wife, Lucy, pay tribute at a memorial outside the Bondi Pavilion on December 15. Australian authorities are probing possible terrorism links after a deadly mass shooting at Sydney’s iconic Bondi Beach left at least 15 people dead and more than 40 injured during a Hanukkah celebration. Police confirmed the attackers were a father-and-son duo , Sajid Akram, 50, and his 24-year-old son, Naveed Akram. Sajid was shot dead at the scene, while Naveed was critically wounded and remains under police guard in hospital. Investigators revealed that Naveed Akram had been on the radar of intelligence agencies since 2019 due to suspected ties to an Islamic State cell. Authorities discovered an IS-style flag in the attackers’ vehicle, and an improvised explosive device (IED) was also found nearby, intensifying fears that the assault was part of a broader terror plot. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese condemned the attack as an act of antis...

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Russia Unleashes Largest Drone Attack on Ukraine Ahead of War's Third Anniversary

In a dramatic escalation of hostilities, Russia launched its largest drone attack on Ukraine since the onset of the war. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy reported that over 200 drones were deployed in an overnight assault, marking the most significant aerial offensive to date.

The Ukrainian air force successfully intercepted 138 of the drones, while another 119 were neutralized through electronic warfare measures. Despite these efforts, damage was reported across five regions, including Dnipropetrovsk, Odesa, Poltava, Kyiv, and Zaporizhzhia.

President Zelenskiy condemned the attack as "aerial terror" and called for unity among Ukraine's allies to secure a "just and lasting peace". He emphasized the need for international support, highlighting the strength of Europe, America, and all partners committed to peace.

The attack comes on the eve of the third anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, underscoring the ongoing intensity of the conflict. As the war continues, the resilience of the Ukrainian people and the solidarity of their allies remain crucial in the face of such unprecedented aggression.



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