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A father and son opened fire at a Hanukkah celebration on Bondi Beach on December 14, killing 15 people. Inspired by ISIL, the attack was Australia's worst mass shooting in decades. Memorials and national mourning events have taken place, with Prime Minister Albanese apologizing and calling for action on hate crimes and gun laws.
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Protests in Sydney turned violent as police used pepper spray and made arrests during Israeli President Herzog's visit, which aimed to support victims of a December mass shooting. Police claim restraint, while protesters allege excessive force. The event coincided with Herzog's meetings with victims' families.
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Police in Sydney forcibly disrupted Muslim prayer during protests opposing Israeli President Herzog's visit. Multiple incidents of force and arrests prompted investigations and calls for public apologies, amid community outrage and concerns over police conduct during the event on Monday night.
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Protests in Sydney against Israeli President Herzog's visit turned violent, with police using pepper spray and force. Multiple arrests and injuries occurred, prompting investigations into police conduct amid legal challenges to protest restrictions. The events highlight tensions over police response and protest laws in NSW.