All about new zealand terror attack and the planes display
You're referring to the Christchurch mosque shootings and the subsequent planes display in New Zealand.
Christchurch Mosque Shootings (March 15, 2019)
On March 15, 2019, a terrorist attack occurred at two mosques in Christchurch, New Zealand, during Friday prayers. The attack was carried out by a lone gunman, Brenton Harrison Tarrant, who is a 28-year-old Australian citizen. The attack resulted in the deaths of 51 people and injured 49 others.
The gunman, who was armed with semi-automatic weapons, arrived at the Al Noor Mosque in central Christchurch around 1:40 pm local time. He opened fire on the worshippers, killing 42 people. He then drove to the Linwood Mosque, where he attacked and killed seven more people.
The attack was live-streamed on social media by the gunman, who had previously posted a manifesto outlining his white supremacist beliefs and motivations for the attack.
Response and Aftermath
The attack was met with widespread condemnation from around the world, with many leaders and organizations denouncing the violence as a terrorist attack.
In the aftermath of the attack, New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern introduced a range of measures to address the crisis, including:
- Strengthening gun laws: The government banned semi-automatic weapons and high-capacity magazines, and introduced a buyback scheme for existing weapons.
- Increasing security: The government increased security measures at mosques and other places of worship.
- Supporting victims: The government established a fund to support the families of the victims and provide counseling services.
- Addressing hate speech: The government introduced legislation to address hate speech and online extremism.
Planes Display (March 29, 2019)
On March 29, 2019, a unique display of planes took place in Christchurch to honor the victims of the mosque shootings. The display, which was organized by the Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF), featured a formation of 51 planes flying over the city in a tribute to the 51 people who lost their lives in the attack.
The planes, which included fighter jets, transport planes, and helicopters, flew over the city in a formation that spelled out "NZ" and "51" in the sky. The display was accompanied by a flypast of the RNZAF's No. 3 Squadron, which flew over the city in a formation of 51 planes.
The display was a poignant tribute to the victims of the attack and a symbol of national unity and solidarity. It was also a powerful reminder of the importance of peace, tolerance, and respect for all people, regardless of their religion, ethnicity, or background.