The Coalition is expected to seize on the issue in the final days of campaigning, arguing that a Dutton Coalition government would "restore Operation Sovereign Borders and stop the boats."

The attack saw Islamist terrorists reportedly force Hindu victims to prove their religious identity before opening fire, making it one of the deadliest assaults in the region since Pulwama in 2019.

The commemorations span far and wide, involving AFP personnel in 34 countries, with more than 180 officers joining local services and international counterparts.

The vigils are expected to draw participants from across Victoria and New South Wales and Western Australia, including local leaders, faith groups, and multicultural representatives.

Sahni was struck in the torso and, despite paramedics’ efforts, died at the scene.

Australian High Commissioner to Fiji Peter Roberts reflected on the significance of the ANZAC Day Dawn Service in Suva, calling it “a special morning.”

The comments came in the wake of the 22 April terrorist attack in the town of Pahalgam in Jammu and Kashmir that left 26 Hindus dead.

"He’s standing right there with a big gun, and the other guy had a laser sight and was pointing it at everyone"

“Conceptually, both countries agree upon the need for it—what hasn’t happened is a framework to make this happen, though the intent is there.”

Across Australia, communities participated in dawn services, marches, and commemorative events to honour the ANZAC legacy.