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This CBC article posted the day of the attack focus strictly on the shooter and his motives. It mentions his Manifesto that he shared publicly along with details about his views of Muslims and his worship of other mass terrorist.

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A manifesto linked to the man charged in the shooting attacks of two mosques in Christchurch, New Zealand, says he was motivated by white nationalist ideology, had planned the attack for years and anticipated that he might not make it out alive.

WARNING: This story contains content that some readers may find disturbing

CBC News is carefully considering the use of images and video from this attack and is using this material sparingly in the interest of helping our readers understand what happened and why.

A manifesto linked to the man charged in the shooting attacks of two mosques in Christchurch, New Zealand, says he was motivated by white nationalist ideology, had planned the attack for years and anticipated that he might not make it out alive.

At least 49 people were killed and dozens more injured in the shootings Friday in what Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern is calling "one of New Zealand's darkest days." An Australian man, Brenton Tarrant, 28, has been charged with murder, and two other people were being questioned. Police said none of the people in police custody had been on any watch list.

According to the 74-page manifesto posted to a now-deleted Twitter account with the same name as the suspected gunman, the attack was planned to give him "enough time to train, form a plan, settle my affairs, write down my views, then enact the attack."

But the manifesto should be considered with caution. It reads like a playbook of far-right talking points, peppered with internet memes, and the investigative website Bellingcat says some of the content may have been intentional "misdirection" and "calculated to spark division."

Here's what we know so far:

The alleged attacker reportedly livestreamed part of the attack. Police have urged people not to share the "distressing" footage.

The accused identified himself online before the rampage as Australian citizen Brenton Tarrant.

A now-deleted Twitter account with the same name as the suspected gunman had photos of weapons and protective equipment, and a link to a racist manifesto describing motivation for the attacks.

Photos of the equipment show names of extremist and historical figures written in white lettering on some of the equipment.

One of the names was Alexandre Bissonnette, the man who killed six people in an attack on a Quebec City mosque.

The writer of the manifesto describes himself as 28 years old, born in Australia to a "working-class, low-income family," and said he had a "regular childhood."

The manifesto calls out world leaders including "terrorist" Nelson Mandela, London Mayor Sadiq Khan, referred to as a "Pakistani Muslim invader," and German Chancellor Angela Merkel, who is known for accepting large numbers of migrants to settle in Germany. "Few have done more to damage and racially cleanse Europe of its people," the manifesto says of Merkel.

The manifesto names other mass shooters like Anders Breivik and Dylan [Dylann] Roof as people who had had an influence on him.

The person who influenced him "above all" is American right-wing commentator Candace Owens. Owens responded on Twitter by accusing "the left" and media of saying she inspired the attack.

The manifesto is written in Q&A fashion. The writer says he is not a member of any political group or movement. He goes on to detail white nationalist, anti-immigrant opinions, saying he was motivated by "white genocide," a term white supremacists use to describe immigration and the growth of minority populations.

He says he made money investing in Bitconnect, a cryptocurrency, and used the money to travel.

Australian Broadcasting Corporation reports Brenton Tarrant worked as a personal trainer at Big River Gym in the New South Wales city of Grafton between 2009 and 2011, when he left to go travelling overseas in Asia and in Europe.

Tracey Gray, manager of the gym, told ABC she recalled Tarrant's father Rodney died from an asbestos-related illness when Tarrant was in high school, and she believed he still had a surviving sister and mother.

Online accounts linked to the suspect had in recent days circulated white supremacist imagery and extreme right-wing messages celebrating violence against Muslims, and minorities on social media and message boards.

According to the manifesto, the attack was planned two years in advance, and the location chosen three months ago.

There were "many" other targets planned.

Prime Minister Ardern said five guns were used in the attack.

Ardern said the suspect obtained a gun license in November of 2017 and began legally acquiring firearms in December of the same year. She also said New Zealand will review its gun laws in wake of the attack.

If he survived, the attacker planned to plead not guilty, calling the attack "a partisan action against an occupying force" and himself a "lawful, uniformed combatant."

In the car on his way to the mosques, the gunman plays a Serbian nationalist anthem that exalts the Bosnian Serb wartime leader who led the 1995 massacre of about 8,000 Muslims.

It's been confirmed that the terrorist who killed innocent Muslim worshippers in the <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Christchurch?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Christchurch</a> attack was listening to songs that glorified Radovan Karadžić who was responsible for the 1995 genocide of Muslims in Srebrenica. Full statement here: <a href="https://t.co/D7mFyHM5ue">https://t.co/D7mFyHM5ue</a>
&mdash; @SrebrenicaUK

With files from Reuters, The Associated Press

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A manifesto linked to the man charged in the shooting attacks of two mosques in Christchurch, New Zealand, says he was motivated by white nationalist ideology, had planned the attack for years and anticipated that he might not make it out alive.

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This tweet honors the first victim. This man used himself to save another mans life. This tweet is among the first media to emerge with the theme of remembering the victims and not the shooter.

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The first named victim of the Christchurch terrorist attack, used his own body to shield a fellow man. His name was Daoud Nabi, age 71. Remember his name, not the shooters. We will never forget, RIP 49 💔
#NewZealandShooting #NewZealandTerroristAttack #ChristchurchTerrorAttack

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The first named victim of the Christchurch terrorist attack, used his own body to shield a fellow man. His name was Daoud Nabi, age 71. Remember his name, not the shooters. We will never forget, RIP 49 💔
#NewZealandShooting #NewZealandTerroristAttack #ChristchurchTerrorAttack https://t.co/lYR7TMb8nQ

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The first named victim of the Christchurch terrorist attack, used his own body to shield a fellow man. His name was Daoud Nabi, age 71. Remember his name, not the shooters. We will never forget, RIP 49 💔#NewZealandShooting #NewZealandTerroristAttack #ChristchurchTerrorAttack pic.twitter.com/lYR7TMb8nQ
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The first named victim of the Christchurch terrorist attack, used his own body to shield a fellow man. His name was Daoud Nabi, age 71. Remember his name, not the shooters. We will never forget, RIP 49 💔
#NewZealandShooting #NewZealandTerroristAttack #ChristchurchTerrorAttack https://t.co/lYR7TMb8nQ

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The first named victim of the Christchurch terrorist attack, used his own body to shield a fellow man. His name was Daoud Nabi, age 71. Remember his name, not the shooters. We will never forget, RIP 49 💔
#NewZealandShooting #NewZealandTerroristAttack #ChristchurchTerrorAttack https://t.co/lYR7TMb8nQ

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The first named victim of the Christchurch terrorist attack, used his own body to shield a fellow man. His name was Daoud Nabi, age 71. Remember his name, not the shooters. We will never forget, RIP 49 💔
#NewZealandShooting #NewZealandTerroristAttack #ChristchurchTerrorAttack

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This is a clip of the Prime Minister stating that she will follow along with many and refuse to speak the name of the shooter.

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Don't say the terrorist name 
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Don't say the terrorist name #NewZealandShooting #Terorizam pic.twitter.com/AI5Lb7ExXw
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The shooter had live streamed most of the attack via his cell phone as well as a body camera. This youtube news clip speaks about how authorities urged people not to share the footage.

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New Zealand mosque shooting suspect: What we know

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New Zealand has banned sharing of the shooters manifesto and other post. This comes after authorities had urged people not to share the live video of the shootings.

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New Zealand's censorship office has made it an offence to share or possess the hate-filled manifesto of the alleged gunman behind the Christchurch mosque shootings.

READ MORE: New Zealand mosque attacks - Here are the stories of some of the victims

The document has been deemed "objectionable" under the country's laws, and officials have asked those who have downloaded it to delete it.

"Others have referred to this publication as a 'manifesto', but I consider it a crude booklet that promotes murder and terrorism," New Zealand's Chief Censor David Shanks said in a statement.
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Last Friday, 50 people were killed and dozens of others injured after a gunman attacked two mosques in Christchurch. A 17-minute video of the attack that was livestreamed online has already been deemed an offence to possess or share.

"There is an important distinction to be made between 'hate speech', which may be rejected by many right-thinking people but which is legal to express, and this type of publication, which is deliberately constructed to inspire further murder and terrorism," Shanks said of the manifesto.

READ MORE: New Zealand Police release names of 5 victims killed in Christchurch shootings, but they've ID'd 21

The statement said that while most New Zealanders who read the content would be repelled by its hateful message, they are not the target audience.

"It is aimed at a small group who may be receptive to its hateful, racist and violent ideology, and who may be inspired to follow the example set by its apparent author," Shanks said.

Under New Zealand law, the maximum penalty for possessing material an individual knows to be objectionable is imprisonment up to 10 years or a fine up to $50,000 ($100,000 for organizations). A conviction for distribution carries up to 14 years in prison.
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Shanks said the use of excerpts of the manifesto in media reports may not constitute a breach of the law, and that exceptions to the ban may be granted for the purposes of education, analysis and reporting.

"Real care needs to be taken around reporting on this publication, given that widespread media reporting on this material was clearly what the author was banking on, in order to spread their message," he added.

READ MORE: No one reported New Zealand mosque shooting video while it was live, Facebook says

Brenton Tarrant, a 28-year-old Australian, has been charged with murder in relation to the attack and is expected to face further charges.

The massacre prompted New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern to initiate a ban on the sale of semi-automatic weapons.

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New Zealand bans sharing manifesto of alleged Christchurch mosque shooter

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New Zealand's censorship office has made it an offence to share or possess the hate-filled manifesto of the alleged gunman behind the Christchurch mosque shootings. READ MORE: New Zealand mosque attacks - Here are the stories of some of the victims The document has been deemed "objectionable" under the country's laws, and officials have asked those who have downloaded it to delete it.

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This article speaks of all the post on platforms such as Instagram with messages of love and support for the victims and New Zealand

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When Kiwis woke up and went on social media this morning, they could have seen a remembrance message from Facebook and Instagram.

Today marks a week since a shooter attacked Muslims in two mosques in Christchurch, killing 50 and leaving many injured.

Users of the social media apps could have been greeted to a full-screen message, sharing a remembrance of those victims.

Users of the social media apps could have been greeted to a full-screen message, sharing a remembrance of those victims. Photo / Facebook

"Together in Tears, Together in Hope. In remembrance of every person lost in the Christchurch attacks. If you need support, call or text 1737."

The attached number is a 24/7 support service run by the Ministry of Health, that connects people with trained counsellors.

The message appears to be rolling out to users all across New Zealand, but some have not seen it yet.

Social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, Youtube and Twitter have been heavily criticised for their slow response in regards to the livestream video of Friday's attack.

The video was continually shared on the social media platforms before they were able to shut it down.

Facebook said in statement that the shooter's livestream was viewed fewer than 200 times and was not reported until 12 minutes after the 17-minute broadcast ended. The company says the video was viewed about 4000 times in total before being removed.

The company also said that their artificial intelligence was part of the problem.

"While [AI's] effectiveness continues to improve, it is never going to be perfect," Facebook said in a statement on Thursday night.

"People will continue to be part of the equation, whether it's the people on our team who review content, or people who use our services and report content to us."

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This was a tragedy. New Zealand handled this event better than any of the mass shooting in the US were handled. They refused to speak the shooters name, they banned the sharing of the attack footage and his manifesto, they put a ban of the weapon used and most importantly they supported one another. The rest of the world needs to take a page out of New Zealand's book.

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CHRISTCHURCH, New Zealand - Thousands of people gathered in the New Zealand city of Christchurch on Sunday to listen to prayers, songs and speeches at a vigil to remember the 50 people killed in a terrorist attack on two mosques.

One of those watching from a wheelchair was 21-year-old Mustafa Boztas, who was shot in the leg and liver during the March 15 attack at the Al Noor mosque.

"It's beautiful to see what the community has put together to show they care about us, and to show that we are all one," Boztas said.

He said he was recovering well and hoped to be walking normally soon.

Officials estimate up to 40,000 people attended the event on a sunny evening at Hagley Park. It was held on a stage that had been set up for a concert by Canadian singer Bryan Adams that was cancelled after the attacks.

The names of each of the 50 people killed were read out.

Okirano Tilaia, the head boy at Cashmere High School, which lost two students in the attack, cited Martin Luther King Jr. in his speech, saying he conquered people with love, peace and solidarity.

"Darkness cannot drive out darkness, only light can," Tilaia said. "And hatred cannot drive out hatred. Only love can."

New Zealand has been holding a series of memorials since the attacks. On Friday, people across the nation observed the Muslim call to prayer one week after the attacks. Next Friday, a national remembrance is scheduled.

Australian Brenton Tarrant, 28, has been charged with murder in the attacks and is scheduled to make his next court appearance on April 5.

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Thousands attend New Zealand vigil to honor mosque attack victims

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CHRISTCHURCH, New Zealand - Thousands of people gathered in the New Zealand city of Christchurch on Sunday to listen to prayers, songs and speeches at a vigil to remember the 50 people killed in a terrorist attack on two mosques.

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Updated March 17, 2019 09:02:26

A silver fern has been projected onto the Sydney Opera House as a symbol of solidarity for the people of New Zealand following the Christchurch terrorist attack.

The sails of the Opera House were lit up with the New Zealand symbol on Saturday night, a day after Muslims were massacred while worshipping at mosques in Christchurch.

New South Wales Premier Gladys Berejiklian said the silver fern illumination represented "solidarity, support and respect" after 50 people were killed when an Australian alleged gunman stormed two mosques.

Ms Berejiklian said the display demonstrated the state's unity and compassion towards everyone affected by the attacks.

"We feel the loss in Christchurch especially deeply given the closeness of our two countries. It is as though this has occurred on our own soil."

In Christchurch, mourners laid flowers at cordons near both mosques, while hundreds more gathered at an official area set up for people to pay their respects in the city's botanic gardens near the hospital where dozens of people are being treated for injuries.

The accused gunman, 28-year-old Brenton Harrison Tarrant, was remanded in custody after he appeared in a Christchurch court on Saturday charged with murder.
AAP
Topics: terrorism, grief, community-and-society, crime, law-crime-and-justice, sydney-2000, australia, new-zealand

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Updated March 17, 2019 09:02:26 A silver fern has been projected onto the Sydney Opera House as a symbol of solidarity for the people of New Zealand following the Christchurch terrorist attack. The sails of the Opera House were lit up with the New Zealand symbol on Saturday night, a day after Muslims were massacred while worshipping at mosques in Christchurch.

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Fox news was one of the first new outlets to report on the ban. This is no surprise given their typical views and audience.

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New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern on Thursday announced the country was immediately banning "military-style semi-automatic weapons" after last week's attack that killed 50 people at two mosques.

Speaking to reporters, the prime minister said the weapons would be banned in addition to "all assault rifles," among other firearms. Ardern said that legislation is currently being drafted and she expects the law to take effect by April 11.
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"We will ban all high-capacity magazines. We will ban all parts with the ability to convert semiautomatic, or any other type of firearm, into a military-style semi-automatic weapon," the prime minister said. "In short, every semi-automatic weapon used in the terrorist attack on Friday will be banned in this country."

Ardern said the government is working on a large-scale buyback plan for citizens possessing the weapons affected by the ban. The plan will allow the guns to be surrendered to police and "eventually destroyed." Once the buyback is complete, she said, owners would receive "fair and reasonable compensation," but did not elaborate.

Those who still possess banned guns after a "reasonable period for returns" has passed will be found breaking the law, Ardern said. Penalties will include fines of up to $4,000 and/or three years in prison, with the draft legislation proposing stiffer measures.
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Ardern also said she and the Cabinet would work through legal exemptions to the ban, such as for farmers needing to cull their herds but said any exemptions would be "tightly regulated."

"We do have guns in New Zealand that are used for legitimate purposes by responsible owners every single day and that includes our rural community that manage pests, use for animal welfare and also for recreation," Ardern said.

Ardern said she believes the vast majority of these owners will support the ban because it's about "national interest" and "safety."

The ban comes six days after a gunman opened fire at two mosques in Christchurch. The massacre left 50 people dead and dozens of others injured.

Ardern said the man suspected of the attack bought his weapons legally with a standard gun license and modified their capacity by using 30-round magazines, "essentially turning them into military-style semi-automatic weapons."

The 28-year-old suspect bought the weapons "through a simple online purchase," she said, and "took a significant number of lives using primarily two guns."

The alleged shooter, whom Fox News is not naming, has been charged with one count of murder in the attacks, which became New Zealand's deadliest mass shooting in modern history. He is expected to face additional charges at his next court appearance April 5.
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Ardern's announcement came as more of the dead were being buried. At least six funerals were held Thursday. Preparations were underway for a massive prayer service to be held Friday, with nearly 4,000 people expected to attend.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.

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New Zealand prime minister announces ban on 'military-style semi-automatic weapons' after mosque attack

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New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern on Thursday announced the country was immediately banning "military-style semi-automatic weapons" after last week's attack that killed 50 people at two mosques. Speaking to reporters, the prime minister said the weapons would be banned in addition to "all assault rifles," among other firearms. Ardern said that legislation is currently being drafted and she expects the law to take effect by April 11.