In another chilling reminder that terrorism knows no boundaries, terror attacks at two mosques in New Zealand city of Christchurch have killed forty-nine people and wounded at least 20 others. This is the worst terror attack in the Pacific country’s history, which is known better for its stunning glacier-carved mountains, lakes, beaches and thermal springs.
Describing the mosque shootings as a well-planned “terrorist attack,” New Zealand’s Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said: “This is, and will be, one of New Zealand’s darkest days.”
The New Zealand police authorities have launched an investigation into the horrific terror attack. Condemning the attack, Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison said one of the suspects was an Australian national, and described him an “extremist, right-wing, violent terrorist”. Mr Morrison added that Australian security authorities were investigating any links between the country and the attack. “It is such a sad and devastating reminder of the evil that can be ever present about us,” he said.
Author Profile
- India Writes Network (www.indiawrites.org) is an emerging think tank and a media-publishing company focused on international affairs & the India Story. Centre for Global India Insights is the research arm of India Writes Network. To subscribe to India and the World, write to editor@indiawrites.org. A venture of TGII Media Private Limited, a leading media, publishing and consultancy company, IWN has carved a niche for balanced and exhaustive reporting and analysis of international affairs. Eminent personalities, politicians, diplomats, authors, strategy gurus and news-makers have contributed to India Writes Network, as also “India and the World,” a magazine focused on global affairs.
Latest entries
In ConversationJuly 26, 2024India-Italy defence collaboration can extend to third countries: Anil Wadhwa- In ConversationJuly 23, 2024Italy views India as a key partner in Indo-Pacific: Vani Rao
- DiplomacyJune 29, 2024First BRICS unveils a roadmap for boosting tourism among emerging economies
- India and the WorldJune 11, 2024On Day 1, Jaishankar focuses on resolving standoff with China
