Australia to award bravery honors to heroes of the antisemitic attack in Bondi
Stockholm, Dec. 26 (Hibya) – Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced on Thursday plans for a national bravery award to honor civilians and first responders who faced “the worst of evil” during the antisemitic terrorist attack that killed 15 people and cast a heavy shadow over the country’s holiday season.
Albanese said he plans to establish a special honors system for those who put themselves in danger during the attack on the beachside Hanukkah celebration, such as Syrian-Australian Muslim Ahmed al Ahmed, who was injured after neutralizing one of the attackers.
Sajid Akram and his 24-year-old son Naveed Akram, who were killed by police during the Dec. 14 attack, are accused of carrying out Australia’s worst massacre since 1996.
Speaking at a press conference after Christmas Day lunch at a charity in Sydney, Albanese said, “This Christmas is a different Christmas because of a terrorist attack and counterterrorism motivated by ISIS and antisemitism. But at the same time that we saw the worst of humanity, we also saw the courage, kindness and compassion of those who put themselves at risk.”
The proposed honors will recognize those nominated and recommended for bravery or merit awards under Australia’s existing Honours and Awards system for actions shown during and after the attack.
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