No Evidence of Terror Training for Bondi Beach Attack Suspects

Philippine authorities reported no proof that the Bondi Beach attack suspects received military training during their stay in the country. National Security Adviser Eduardo Año dismissed claims linking them to terrorist activities, as their visit was too brief for meaningful training.

The Philippine National Security Adviser, Eduardo Año, announced on Wednesday that there is no evidence to support claims that the suspects in the Bondi Beach shooting had military training in the Philippines.

According to Año, allegations of terrorist training are unfounded due to the suspects' short visit. The attack on a Hanukkah celebration in Sydney left 15 dead, alarming Australians with fears of antisemitism and extremism.

Ongoing investigations into the suspects' travel suggest media portrayals of the southern Philippines as a hub for extremism are outdated. Authorities are coordinating with Australia to understand the visit's purpose.

(With inputs from agencies.)