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Sydney Terror Attack: Jaishankar Pledges India's Full Support to Australia

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has spoken with his Australian counterpart, Penny Wong, following the horrific terror attack in Sydney. He conveyed India's heartfelt condolences and offered the country's fullest support during this difficult time. Prime Minister Narendra Modi also strongly condemned the attack, which targeted people celebrating the Jewish festival of Hanukkah. The shooting, carried out by a father-son duo, marks Australia's deadliest mass shooting in nearly thirty years.

Key Points: Jaishankar Speaks to Australia's Penny Wong After Sydney Attack

  • EAM Jaishankar conveyed India's deepest condolences to Australian FM Penny Wong
  • The attack at a Jewish festival event is Australia's deadliest shooting in decades
  • PM Modi condemned the attack targeting the Jewish community
  • The Pakistani-origin father-son attackers killed 15, including a 10-year-old girl
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Sydney terror attack: EAM Jaishankar speaks to Australia's Penny Wong, extends fullest support

EAM Jaishankar offers India's condolences and fullest support to Australia following the deadly Bondi Beach terror attack that killed 15 people.

"Strongly condemn the ghastly terrorist attack... India has zero tolerance towards terrorism and supports the fight against all forms and manifestations of terrorism. - Prime Minister Narendra Modi"

New Delhi, Dec 15

External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar on Monday spoke to his Australian counterpart, Penny Wong, and conveyed India's condolences over Sydney's Bondi Beach terror attack, in which 15 innocent people were killed.

In a post on X, EAM Jaishankar said, "Just spoke to Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong. Conveyed our deepest condolences about the Bondi Beach terrorist attack and offered our fullest support."

According to police, the Pakistani-origin father-son duo, 50-year-old Sajid Akram and 24-year-old Naveed Akram, opened fire at the 'Chanukah by the Sea' event, which was organised to celebrate the first day of the Jewish festival, on Sunday at Bondi Beach.

The attack resulted in the deaths of 16 people, including the gunman Sajid. Police said the youngest victim was a 10-year-old girl who later died at a children's hospital, while the oldest victim was 87 years old.

Sajid was fatally shot by police during the attack, while the second shooter, his 24-year-old son Naveed Akram, was wounded and is currently undergoing treatment at a hospital.

The attack is now being described as the deadliest mass shooting in Australia in nearly three decades, in a country known for its strict gun control laws.

Earlier on Sunday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi also condemned the terror attack targeting the Jewish community and offered condolences to the families of the victims.

He also expressed India's support in the fight against all forms and manifestations of terrorism.

"Strongly condemn the ghastly terrorist attack carried out today at Bondi Beach, Australia, targeting people celebrating the first day of the Jewish festival of Hanukkah. On behalf of the people of India, I extend my sincere condolences to the families who lost their loved ones," PM Modi posted on X.

"We stand in solidarity with the people of Australia in this hour of grief. India has zero tolerance towards terrorism and supports the fight against all forms and manifestations of terrorism," he added.

- IANS

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Sarah B
This is so tragic. Australia has always been a peaceful country. It's shocking to see such violence, especially at a religious celebration. Glad to see India offering support. The world needs to unite against this madness.
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Vikram M
PM Modi and EAM Jaishankar's statements reflect India's firm stance. "Zero tolerance towards terrorism" is a message that needs to be reiterated globally. The mention of the attackers' origin is concerning and highlights a pattern we are all too familiar with.
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Priya S
Heart goes out to the victims. A father-son duo carrying out such a heinous act is beyond comprehension. While India's diplomatic support is good, I hope our own security agencies are taking note and reviewing protocols for large public gatherings here.
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Rohit P
Solidarity with Australia. They stood with us after 26/11. It's important we stand with them now. Terrorism anywhere is a threat to peace everywhere. Hope the injured recover soon.
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Karthik V
Respectfully, while the statements are strong, I sometimes feel our foreign policy responses are becoming a bit formulaic. "Condemn, condolences, solidarity." Are there more concrete steps being discussed behind the scenes for intelligence sharing or joint counter-terror efforts? That would be more meaningful.

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