Sydney Hanukkah Massacre

UK:

Government unveils broad plan to combat rising antisemitism

UK government presents new policy document to combat antisemitism; PM Starmer: 'Words will not replace actions to uproot antisemitism.'

Interviewer moved to tears

Survivor's emotional statement: 'We won't turn off the menorah'

Sorella Abrahams moves Sky News reporter Sharri Markson to tears with her story of how her family, children, and neighbors responded to the masscare in Sydney.

Australian PM unveils major gun buyback after Bondi terror attack

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announces Australia’s largest gun buyback since Port Arthur, targeting illegal and newly banned firearms after the antisemitic Bondi terror attack.

After Sydney massacre

House Dems propose bill on progressive way to fight antisemitism

Rep. Jerrold Nadler and 3 other progressive Congressmen propose bill to 'combat' antisemitism that accuses Trump Admin of 'weaponizing' antisemitism and protects criticism of Israel.

Fearing attacks:

Jewish children asking police to protect Hanukkah parties

Greater Manchester police chief warns of rising antisemitic threats as Jewish children seek armed protection at Hanukkah events.

IRGC claims Bondi Beach shooting was a false flag operation

Iranian state-controlled media has begun publishing several accusations that the Bondi Beach shooting was orchestrated by Israel as a false flag operation.

Sydney massacre

Leibel saved policeman, miraculously survived

Rabbi Yossi Lazaroff, Chabad-Lubavitch emissary in Texas, says son Leibel miraculously survived the attack, risked his life to save a police officer and now needs surgery.

Arsen's moments of horror

'I fell to the ground, no one could help'

Arsen Ostrovsky, a survivor of the Bondi Beach shooting, says he saw the terrorists with his own eyes and survived a shot to the head as he rushed to save his family.

10-year-old Matilda, murdered in Sydney massacre, is laid to rest

Family and friends of Matilda, the youngest victim of the Sydney Hanukkah massacre, wear bee stickers in tribute to Matilda's middle name, 'Bee.'

Israel mobilizes trauma experts to aid Sydney's Jewish community

Israeli expert delegation deployed to Sydney within 48 hours of Hanukkah terror attack.

Haunting Video:

Rabbi Eli Schlanger and Matilda - before both were murdered

A video posted by the father of Matilda, the 10-year-old girl murdered in the Sydney Hanukkah massacre, shows her and Rabbi Eli Schlanger on the beach - before both were murdered in the Bondi Beach shooting.

EU official:

'No place for the poison of antisemitism'

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen lights Hanukkah candles in Brussels, condemns rising antisemitism across Europe and unveils plan to protect Jews after deadly Sydney terror attack.

IDF Chief's warning to the world

IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir said the antisemitic terror attack in Sydney stems from the same hatred behind Oct. 7, warning that terror will spread if not confronted.

'Bondi Jihad':

Chief Rabbi Goldstein's warning

Refusing to call the threat by its name endangers free world, says Chief Rabbi Warren Goldstein

Hero Of Bondi:

'I knew they were killing Jews, and I would stop them again'

Lawyer Sam Issa, representing Ahmad al-Ahmad, who was wounded while fighting the terrorists in Sydney, described his condition and stressed, 'He only wanted to save lives.'

Miracle at Bondi Beach: Bullet stopped by radio

An Australian Hatzolah volunteer who treated victims in the Bondi Beach shooting was shot in the chest - and was saved by his radio stopping the bullet.

'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.

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.

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.

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.

'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.

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.

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.

'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.

'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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

'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 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.

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.'

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.'

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

'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:

'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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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."

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.'

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.

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.'

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.

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.