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Anders Behring Breivik

Anders Behring Breivik is a Norwegian convicted terrorist who carried out a bombing and mass shooting in Norway in 2011, resulting in 77 deaths and many injuries. He targeted government buildings in Oslo and a youth camp on Utoya Island, aiming to protest against what he saw as Muslim influence and multiculturalism. His actions were motivated by far-right ideologies, promoting xenophobia and nationalist beliefs. Breivik was convicted of terrorism and mass murder and is serving a lengthy prison sentence. His attacks shocked Norway and the world, highlighting issues related to extremism and security.