“为什么有人在悉尼郊区需要六把枪”？悉尼枪击案暴露澳枪支管控漏洞

Core Viewpoint - The recent Bondi Beach shooting incident has raised significant questions about the effectiveness of Australia's gun control system, which was previously considered one of the strictest in the world [1][3]. Group 1: Gun Control Measures - Australian Prime Minister Albanese and state leaders agreed to take strong actions to enhance gun management laws following the shooting incident [1][3]. - Proposed measures include accelerating the establishment of a national gun registry, allowing more use of criminal intelligence in the licensing process, limiting the number of firearms an individual can own, and requiring Australian citizenship as a condition for obtaining a gun license [3]. - The gun control framework in Australia was significantly strengthened after the 1996 Port Arthur massacre, which led to the introduction of strict laws prohibiting private ownership of semi-automatic rifles and shotguns [3]. Group 2: Current Gun Ownership Trends - The number of registered firearms in Australia has reached a historical high, with over 4 million legally owned guns, significantly exceeding levels from the early 21st century [4]. - In New South Wales, data shows that over 70 individuals in Sydney own more than 100 firearms, with one individual possessing as many as 385 guns, raising concerns about the reasons for such ownership [4]. - Research indicates that compliance with the original gun control agreement has been inconsistent across states, with some states relaxing regulations on semi-automatic rifles and the waiting period for gun purchases [4]. Group 3: Gun Theft and Lobbying Influence - Gun theft is a growing issue, with over 9,000 firearms reported stolen between 2020 and 2024, averaging one gun stolen every four hours [5]. - Concerns have been raised about the increasing financial and political influence of gun lobbying groups in Australia, which lack oversight mechanisms [5]. - The chair of the Australian Gun Control Association warned that obtaining firearms in Australia has become "extremely easy," highlighting the rapid increase in gun ownership [5]. Group 4: Terrorism and Public Safety - The Bondi Beach shooting has been classified as a terrorist attack targeting the Jewish community, prompting the government to commit resources to combat anti-Semitism in Australia [6][7]. - Investigations revealed that the suspects had pledged allegiance to the Islamic State, raising alarms about the potential for further threats [7].