Australian prime minister announces national bravery honors after antisemitic terror attack
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Following a deadly antisemitic terror attack at a Hanukkah celebration in Sydney, Australia on December 14th, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced plans to establish a national bravery award. The award will recognize civilians and first responders who demonstrated heroism during and after the attack, which killed 15 people. The attack, described as ISIS-inspired, targeted the Jewish community and is Australia's deadliest massacre since 1996. The honors system will recognize individuals nominated for bravery under the existing Australian Honors and Awards system, including those who confronted the gunmen. Authorities identified Sajid Akram and his son, Naveed Akram, as the attackers, who allegedly filmed a video manifesto expressing antisemitic views and support for ISIS.
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