Australia Day terror plot foiled as PhD candidate Sepehr Saryazdi denied bail amid heightened security after Bondi terror attack

A Brisbane court has denied bail to Sepehr Saryazdi, a PhD candidate. He faces charges of preparing a terrorist act. Authorities allege Saryazdi planned a violent Australia Day attack on the Gold Coast. His plans reportedly involved Molotov cocktails. The court cited significant public safety risks. Saryazdi remains in custody.