2014 Sydney hostage crisis, Hostage crisis in Australia
The 2014 Sydney hostage crisis occurred at the Lindt Cafe located in Martin Place.
The siege began on 15 December 2014 and lasted for 16 hours, leading to three deaths including the perpetrator's.
It had widespread effects on public sentiment in Sydney and across Australia.
Increased security measures were implemented nationwide following the incident.
The event sparked the #illridewithyou hashtag, promoting solidarity with the Muslim community.
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