Australia's Capital Joins Gun Buyback Initiative After Tragic Festival Shooting

Australia's capital Canberra will participate in a gun buyback program following a shooting at a Jewish festival in Sydney that resulted in 15 deaths. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced the initiative after enacting stricter gun laws to prevent future attacks like the one at Bondi Beach.

Australia's capital, Canberra, will implement a gun buyback program following a deadly shooting at a Jewish festival in Sydney that left 15 people dead. The initiative was announced by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese as part of an effort to enhance gun control and safety measures across the country.

The program is a response to the tragic December 14 gun attack during a Hanukkah celebration at Bondi Beach, Sydney. With the state of New South Wales leading the charge, the Australian Capital Territory joins the endeavor to prevent similar tragedies.

The buyback, reminiscent of the 1996 campaign after the Port Arthur massacre, aims to remove firearms from circulation. Albanese emphasized collaboration with the ACT Government to ensure public safety, as the region holds 23,000 guns and more than 7,000 firearms license holders.