Terrorism

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My husband was killed in March 15 - here's how I've found peace and unity

On March 15, 2019, Dr Hamimah Ahmat’s husband, Zekeriya Tuyan was shot in the chest at the Masjid Al Noor on Deans Avenue in Christchurch.

Terrorism •Wed, Mar 15

Mosque attacks gave Auckland woman confidence to start wearing hijab

It comes as the country marks four years since the terrorist attack.

Christchurch And Canterbury •Wed, Mar 15

Survivor of Christchurch terror attacks reflects four years on

Fifty-one people were killed and 40 others were injured in shootings at two Christchurch mosques on March 15, 2019.

Terrorism •Wed, Mar 15

Hipkins hints Ardern could continue Christchurch Call work

Today marks four years since a terrorist walked into the Al Noor and Linwood mosques, murdering 51 worshippers and injuring dozens more.

Politics •Wed, Mar 15

Online hate towards Muslims 'increasing' since mosque attacks

Abdur Razzaq, chairperson of the Federation of Islamic Associations of New Zealand, says it is worse than ever and it is coming from New Zealanders.

Christchurch And Canterbury •Sun, Mar 12

Man who planned violent attack on non-Muslims jailed for 2 years

At the time of the man's arrest in September 2021, police found he had stored hundreds of videos related to ISIS and documents, including the Christchurch terrorist's manifesto.

Crime And Justice •Wed, Mar 8

MI5 lost chance to stop Grande concert attack - inquiry

“I have found a significant missed opportunity to take action that might have prevented the attack,” Retired judge John Saunders, who led the inquiry said.

UK And Europe •Fri, Mar 3

Coronial inquiry into March 15 terror attacks adjourned to later date

The hearing was due to begin in May, but the Ministry of Justice is now working to confirm new dates later in the year.

Christchurch And Canterbury •Fri, Mar 3

Repeated chances to de-radicalise Lynn Mall terrorist missed – report

Police and corrections did not set any plan in place to manage Ahamad Samsudeen's safe reintegration into the community when he was released from jail.

Crime And Justice •December 14, 2022

Govt contacts Twitter after Christchurch terror video circulates

Twitter’s automated reporting function didn’t pick up the content as harmful.

Politics •November 28, 2022

6 paramedics recognised for bravery following terror attack

One of the medal recipients, Blair Andrews, called it "bittersweet".

Terrorism •November 26, 2022

'Forget him forever': Survivor responds to mosque shooter's appeal

The shooting survivor called on the justice system to deal with the appeal quickly to deter any "copycats".

Christchurch And Canterbury •November 8, 2022

Christchurch mosque terrorist appeals conviction and sentence

Brenton Tarrant is currently serving a term of life imprisonment without the prospect of parole.

Christchurch And Canterbury •November 8, 2022

Iran, Ukraine protesters join voices in Auckland's Aotea Square

Iran's been condemned for sending weapons to Russia for use in its war against Ukraine, which includes hundreds of Shahed attack drones that are often used on civilian targets.

Middle East •November 5, 2022

Pakistan's ex-PM Khan stable after shooting

One of Khan's supporters was killed and 13 others, including two lawmakers, were wounded in the attack.

Middle East •November 5, 2022

Ardern: Bespoke response needed to counter violent extremism

The Prime Minister said mis- and disinformation can have "devastating effects".

Terrorism •November 1, 2022

Moscow's 'craziness' shown in battle for Bakhmut - Zelensky

Mercenaries from the Wagner Group, a shadowy Russian military company, are reported to be leading the charge.

UK And Europe •October 28, 2022

Govt announces community fund to strengthen NZ's social cohesion

It says it's delivering on recommendations in the Royal Commission of Inquiry into the March 15 mosques attacks.

Social Issues •October 27, 2022

Explainer: What would retreat from Kherson mean for Russia?

The possible fall of the city would deal another humiliation to Moscow after a string of battlefield defeats and other setbacks.

UK And Europe •October 22, 2022

Myanmar villagers say army beheaded high school teacher

According to witnesses’ the headless body of 46-year-old Saw Tun Moe was left on the ground in front of the school’s spiked gate and his head was impaled on top of it.

Asia •October 21, 2022

Terrorism

Latest Stories

My husband was killed in March 15 - here's how I've found peace and unity

Mosque attacks gave Auckland woman confidence to start wearing hijab

Survivor of Christchurch terror attacks reflects four years on

Hipkins hints Ardern could continue Christchurch Call work

Online hate towards Muslims 'increasing' since mosque attacks

Man who planned violent attack on non-Muslims jailed for 2 years

MI5 lost chance to stop Grande concert attack - inquiry

Coronial inquiry into March 15 terror attacks adjourned to later date

Repeated chances to de-radicalise Lynn Mall terrorist missed – report

Govt contacts Twitter after Christchurch terror video circulates

6 paramedics recognised for bravery following terror attack

'Forget him forever': Survivor responds to mosque shooter's appeal

Christchurch mosque terrorist appeals conviction and sentence

Iran, Ukraine protesters join voices in Auckland's Aotea Square

Pakistan's ex-PM Khan stable after shooting

Ardern: Bespoke response needed to counter violent extremism

Moscow's 'craziness' shown in battle for Bakhmut - Zelensky

Govt announces community fund to strengthen NZ's social cohesion

Explainer: What would retreat from Kherson mean for Russia?

Myanmar villagers say army beheaded high school teacher

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