Sydney Hanukkah Massacre


'Albanese - shame on you!'

MK Tal warns Australia over antisemitism and terror

During a Knesset debate on the Sydney terror attack, MK Ohad Tal accused Australia of justifying Hamas terror and warned that unchecked antisemitism leads to violence against Jews.

MK Tal warns Australia over antisemitism and terror

13th victim named

The victims of the Sydney Hanukkah Massacre

Two terrorists murdered 15 people at a Hanukkah event at Bondi Beach in Sydney, Australia. The names of 13 of them have been publicized.

The victims of the Sydney Hanukkah Massacre

Interview

The hidden objectives behind the Australia massacre

Psychological warfare expert: Terrorism against Jewish communities around the world is part of a process aimed at isolating Israel and Jews.

The hidden objectives behind the Australia massacre

Netanyahu Speaks with Rabbi Yehoram Ulman and Arsen Ostrovsky

PM speaks with father-in-law of the late Rabbi Eli Schlanger, who was murdered in the terrorist attack at Bondi Beach, and Ostrovsky, who was wounded in the attack.

Netanyahu Speaks with Rabbi Yehoram Ulman and Arsen Ostrovsky

Bondi Beach shooter hit with 15 murder charges

Naveed Akram, 24, is charged with 59 counts in connection with the deadly attack in Sydney, Australia. The district parliament is preparing legislation to limit firearm ownership.

Bondi Beach shooter hit with 15 murder charges

'You were my son, my friend'

Hundreds mourn Rabbi Eli Schlanger, murdered in Bondi attack

Hundreds gather in Bondi to mourn Rabbi Eli Schlanger, who was murdered in the terrorist attack targeting a Hanukkah festival. His father-in-law urges the Jewish community not to fear.

Hundreds mourn Rabbi Eli Schlanger, murdered in Bondi attack

Rabbi of Mizrachi Bondi:

'We won't let terror win'

Rabbi Shua Solomon, President of the NSW Rabbinical Council, said that the Bondi Beach shooting has touched every Jew in Australia.

'We won't let terror win'

US Reps write Australia PM affirming support for Jewish community

Members of the House Bipartisan Task Force for Combating Antisemitism send letter to Australian Prime Minister Albanese calling on Australia to implement critical measures to combat antisemitism and protect the Jewish community.

US Reps write Australia PM affirming support for Jewish community

'Let us have a voice'

Bondi shooting victim's daughter calls out 'biased' ABC reporting

Victoria Teplitsky, whose Holocaust survivor father was shot and wounded in the Sydney terror attack, accuses local ABC news station of contributing to antisemitic atmosphere.

Bondi shooting victim's daughter calls out 'biased' ABC reporting

'Like Oct. 7':

ZAKA delegation begins operations at Sydney attack site

ZAKA volunteers are operating at the scene of the Bondi Beach attack under an emergency permit from local police, in cooperation with security forces and members of the Jewish community.

ZAKA delegation begins operations at Sydney attack site

Firsthand account of chaos:

'We thought of October 7th at the scene, how could we not?

Rabbi Mendy Litzman, head of Hatzolah Sydney, speaks with Arutz Sheva about what he experienced on the scene of the Sydney Hanukah massacre.

'We thought of October 7th at the scene, how could we not?

How did world leaders react to the Sydney Hanukkah massacre?

A Jewish People Policy Institute (JPPI) AI analysis finds world leaders largely recognized the significance of the Bondi Beach shooting, but Australia's PM & Muslim nations' reactions were disappointing.

How did world leaders react to the Sydney Hanukkah massacre?

MK Biton to Australian Jewry:

'Israel stands with you after deadly attack in Sydney'

MK Michael Biton praises Australian Jews' Zionist commitment, noting their children’s service in the Israeli army. 'We stand with you,' he said, pledging full support for their safety and security.

'Israel stands with you after deadly attack in Sydney'

Chabad Rabbi in Sydney:

'We’re not canceling Hanukkah - we have to add light'

"We saw ‘globalize intifada’ in action in Bondi" says Chabad emissary and President of the Rabbinical Council of Australia, Rabbi Nochum Schapiro.

'We’re not canceling Hanukkah - we have to add light'

'National security issue'

New Australian taskforce to counter antisemitism after massacre

Australia’s Coalition announced a new antisemitism and counterterrorism taskforce after the deadly attack, citing failures to confront extremism and rising threats to Jewish communities.

New Australian taskforce to counter antisemitism after massacre

New haunting footage

Couple confronts Sydney terrorists before being shot

Dashcam video aired by News 7 Australia captures a bystander grappling with one alleged shooter moments before the attack at a Hanukkah event.

Couple confronts Sydney terrorists before being shot

Bondi massacre

Erin Molan: 'There is no sense of surprise'

Witnessing the terrorist attack at Bondi Beach, Australian journalist Erin Molan says that in the face of antisemitism and hatred toward Jews here, 'it was only a matter of time.'

Erin Molan: 'There is no sense of surprise'

Former PM John Howard lays flowers at Bondi Beach vigil

Former prime minister John Howard visits the Bondi Beach vigil to lay flowers at the memorial, lashes out at Albanese government for 'not doing enough since 10/7 to counter the spread of antisemitism.'

Former PM John Howard lays flowers at Bondi Beach vigil

From the Israeli Chief Rabbinate Council:

The unbroken light of Am Yisrael - a message to world Jewry

When darkness strikes one corner of the Jewish world, the shadows are felt in the heart of every single Jew globally. Your pain is deeply, personally our pain.

The unbroken light of Am Yisrael - a message to world Jewry

Antisemitic conspiracy alleged following Bondi Beach attack

Abd al-Bari Atwan, editor of an Arab newspaper in London, alleges Israeli involvement in the Bondi Beach attack, as part of a strategy to rehabilitate its image and punish Australia for recognizing a Palestinian state.

Antisemitic conspiracy alleged following Bondi Beach attack

The Bondi Beach Massacre must be a turning point for Australia

Antisemitism is no longer a fringe problem in Australia. It has moved from the margins to the mainstream. This is the moment for clarity. Opinion.

The Bondi Beach Massacre must be a turning point for Australia

Watch:

Minister Chikli dons tefillin at scene of Sydney massacre

The Diaspora Minister will attend the victims' funerals and make condolence visits to their families, visit the wounded and conduct meetings with the Jewish community.

Minister Chikli dons tefillin at scene of Sydney massacre

Israeli envoy in Australia:

'My heart is torn apart over Sydney tragedy'

Israel’s Ambassador to Australia Amir Maimon expresses grief over the Sydney attack, warning of increased antisemitism and urging stronger measures to protect all Australians.

'My heart is torn apart over Sydney tragedy'

Bondi Beach attack:

Terrorists trained in Philippines before Hanukkah massacre

Security sources say the Bondi Beach terrorists trained with Islamist terrorists in the Philippines weeks before killing 15 people at a Hanukkah celebration.

Terrorists trained in Philippines before Hanukkah massacre

'A true hero'

Australian PM honors hero who tackled Sydney terrorist

Australian PM Anthony Albanese visits Ahmed al Ahmed, wounded while disarming one of the Bondi Beach terrorists, calling him “a true Australian hero.”

Australian PM honors hero who tackled Sydney terrorist

Australian PM:

'Bondi Beach attack driven by ISIS ideology'

Australian PM Anthony Albanese says the Bondi Beach shooting was motivated by “Islamic State ideology,” calling it an act of hate and confirming authorities are investigating further.

'Bondi Beach attack driven by ISIS ideology'

Min. Sofer to Arutz Sheva:

'Australian Jews live with a sense of insecurity'

Minister of Aliyah and Integration Ofir Sofer tells Arutz Sheva-Israel National News that the Jewish community in Australia felt insecure even before the massacre and now requires significant protection.

'Australian Jews live with a sense of insecurity'

Following Sydney attack:

Israel urging increased security at Jewish events worldwide

Following the deadly terror attack in Sydney and amid Hanukkah and the holiday season, Israel has urged other countries to strengthen security at Jewish events.

Israel urging increased security at Jewish events worldwide

Rabbis in Muslim countries praise Muslim hero after Sydney attack

The Alliance of Rabbis in Islamic States published a trilingual letter praising Ahmed Al Ahmed for risking his life to stop violence and save others during the deadly Hanukkah terror attack in Sydney.

Rabbis in Muslim countries praise Muslim hero after Sydney attack

IAC criticizes Oprah's 'misguided' response to Sydney massacre

The Israeli-American Council today called out Oprah Winfrey after she posted comments on social media reacting to the antisemitic terror attack in Sydney but failing to mention Jews, Hanukkah, or antisemitism.

IAC criticizes Oprah's 'misguided' response to Sydney massacre

MK Foghel's miracle

'My son & his family survived the massacre in Sydney'

MK Tzvika Foghel recounts to Arutz Sheva the tense moments when he learned that his family members were at the scene of the terror attack in Sydney. "For me, this is a Hanukkah miracle."

'My son & his family survived the massacre in Sydney'

FM Sa'ar:

Antisemitism normalized in Australia, government must act

In a Sky News Australia interview, Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar said years of unchecked antisemitism led to the deadly Sydney Hanukkah attack.

Antisemitism normalized in Australia, government must act

Following murderous attack:

Iconic Sydney Opera House lit up with a menorah

The iconic building, which is designed to resemble large sails, was lit up with a menorah with two candles lit, one day after terrorists murdered 16 at a Hanukkah celebration in the city.

Iconic Sydney Opera House lit up with a menorah

Over $1M donated

Sydney hero who disarmed terrorist: 'I’d do it again'

Wounded while saving lives at the Bondi attack, he says he would repeat his actions as a global crowdfunding effort surges in support.

Sydney hero who disarmed terrorist: 'I’d do it again'

Eric Adams

Sydney massacre is the 'actualization of globalize the intifada'

Outgoing NYC Mayor announces increase to security for Jewish institutions over Hanukkah, notes that the Bondi shooting is the end result of extreme violent anti-Zionist rhetoric.

Sydney massacre is the 'actualization of globalize the intifada'

In solidarity with Australian Jews

Levite choir sings on the Temple Mount

A group of Levites sang the final verse of 'Maoz Tzur' at Judaism's holiest site in memory of the victims of the horrific terror attack in Sydney.

Levite choir sings on the Temple Mount

Gary Willig:

Sydney: From ‘where’s the Jews’ to dead Jews

There is a clear line from the chants of “where’s the Jews” in October 2023 to the slaughter of Jews just a few miles away in December 2025. Opinion.

Sydney: From ‘where’s the Jews’ to dead Jews

Policemen ran away:

Rabbi recounts daughter’s survival of Bondi Beach terror attack

Rabbi Yosef Eichenblatt expresses harsh criticism of local police and deep concern over what he says is the Australian government’s failure to confront rising antisemitism.

Rabbi recounts daughter’s survival of Bondi Beach terror attack

Names of eight victims of Sydney attack published

The names of eight of the 15 victims of the murderous attack at a Hanukkah event in Bondi Beach have been released. Police believe the massacre was carried out by a father and son.

Names of eight victims of Sydney attack published

Bondi Beach Witness:

'Shots started and everyone fled in panic'

Sara Valanunu, a JNF representative in Australia, recounted the Bondi Beach massacre in an interview with Israeli media.

'Shots started and everyone fled in panic'

Am Yisrael Chai:

Sydney community rabbi offers a message of strength

Rabbi Nathanel Friedler of Kehillat Masada in Sydney, Australia issues a strengthening message following the shocking murders: 'The 2025 Hanukkah candles will never be forgotten in Sydney.'

Sydney community rabbi offers a message of strength

56-year-old takes murdered Rabbi's name at circumcision ceremony

A 56-year-old man from Russia took for himself the name of a Chabad emissary murdered in the Bondi Beach attack during his circumcision ceremony.

56-year-old takes murdered Rabbi's name at circumcision ceremony

Sydney Rabbi: 'Terrorists will not stifle our lives as Jews'

Chabad rabbi of Sydney’s Bondi Beach calls on Jews to respond with faith, unity, and renewed strength, 'All they want to do is bring us down, kill us, make us lose hope, but terror will not stifle our lives as Jews.'

Sydney Rabbi: 'Terrorists will not stifle our lives as Jews'

Israel Chief Rabbi:

'Wake up, this is not only our problem'

At a Hanukkah candle lighting ceremony at Berlin’s Brandenburg Gate, Israel’s Chief Rabbi Kalman Meir Ber urges world leaders to act against rising antisemitism.

'Wake up, this is not only our problem'

Estimate:

Iranian based terror cell carried out the Sydney attack

The Telegraph reports that the massacre, in which 16 people were murdered and about 42 injured, was planned with in a Hezbollah-related style.

Iranian based terror cell carried out the Sydney attack

'Light stronger than darkness'

US Jewish lawmakers decry Sydney attack

25 Jewish US lawmakers condemn the Sydney Hanukkah attack, urge global action against antisemitism and affirm solidarity with Australia’s Jewish community.

US Jewish lawmakers decry Sydney attack

Starmer lights Hanukkah candle, condemns Sydney terror attack

British PM Keir Starmer lights Hanukkah’s first candle with his wife, condemns antisemitic Sydney attack and pledges UK solidarity with Australia and the Jewish community.

Starmer lights Hanukkah candle, condemns Sydney terror attack

Report:

ASIO probed Sydney attacker years before Hanukkah rampage

Australian intelligence probed one of the Bondi Beach terrorists six years ago over ISIS ties, yet he joined his father in killing 15 at Hanukkah event.

ASIO probed Sydney attacker years before Hanukkah rampage

Father-in-law of Sydney victim urges strength after massacre

Rabbi Yehoram Ulman, senior rabbi in the Sydney community, mourns his son-in-law Rabbi Eli Schlanger killed in Bondi Beach Hanukkah terror attack, and urges Jews to continue the victims’ mission, resist despair, and remain united.

Father-in-law of Sydney victim urges strength after massacre

After Sydney attack

Trump urges Jews to 'celebrate proudly'

Trump urges Jews to “celebrate proudly” after the antisemitic Sydney attack, condemning the violence and praising the bravery of the man who stopped one of the attackers.

Trump urges Jews to 'celebrate proudly'

After Sydney attack

Canada stands with Australia

Canadian PM Mark Carney condemns the antisemitic Hanukkah attack in Sydney, pledging solidarity. Toronto Police increases security for Jewish communities during the holiday.

Canada stands with Australia

PM Albanese avoids questions about failure to protect Jews

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, NSW Premier Chris Minns and police chiefs vowed to combat antisemitism, announced nationwide security measures, and confirmed the attackers were a father and son.

PM Albanese avoids questions about failure to protect Jews

Ivanka Trump:

'The world needs more light and more Kiddush Hashem'

Marking the first night of Hanukkah, the US president’s daughter said the Sydney terror attack underscores the need for compassion, sanctifying G-d’s name, and bringing light into a dark world.

'The world needs more light and more Kiddush Hashem'

Major cities reinforce Jewish site security after Sydney massacre

Authorities in Europe and the US increased security at Hanukkah events and Jewish sites after an antisemitic terror attack in Sydney killed at least 11 people, prompting global vigilance.

Major cities reinforce Jewish site security after Sydney massacre

Massacre at Hanukkah celebration in Sydney

At least 16 people have been killed in a shooting at the site of a Hanukkah celebration in Sydney, Australia.

Massacre at Hanukkah celebration in Sydney

Hanukkah after Bondi:

A flame the killers couldn’t put out

A message to the Jewish Community and others who care: The miracle of Hanukkah was never really about oil. It was the refusal to let the light go out.

A flame the killers couldn’t put out




























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