On March 15 , 2019 , a lone terrorist shooter attacked two mosques during Friday Prayer killing 51 people and injuring 50 more - and live-streaming his attack . Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern , who referred to the attack as " one of New Zealand 's darkest days " led efforts to support the Muslim community , ban semi-automatic rifles ; and initiated the " Christchurch Call " for major technology companies to step up their efforts to combat violent extremism
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