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Australian lawmaker loses leg in vehicle attack probed as terrorism

Original: Australian lawmaker loses leg after vehicle attack being probed by anti-terror police

An Australian lawmaker has lost a leg after being struck by a vehicle in what police are treating as a possible terrorist attack. Anti-terror units have taken over the investigation, and news outlets including Reuters are reporting on the lawmaker's condition and the unfolding inquiry. Details about the suspect and motive have not yet been fully disclosed as investigators work to establish whether the incident was politically targeted.

Why now: A serious attack on a public official involving terrorism investigators is major breaking news with international attention.

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