Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:29pm on 16 Apr 2024,Tuesday International
Australian police labeled Monday's stabbing at a Sydney church a "terrorist act" driven by religious motives. A 16-year-old boy was apprehended after attacking a bishop, a priest, and worshippers at the Assyrian Christ The Good Shepherd Church during mass. Four individuals sustained non-life-threatening injuries. The assailant, also injured, staged the assault during a livestreamed service, sparking unrest in Wakeley. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese condemned the violence, urging against vigilantism. Social media's role drew concern, prompting government action to remove offensive content. The attacker, not on a terror watch list, had prior knife charges. Authorities assured swift action against rioters and urged calm.
