Australia

New details on Sydney massacre

Terrorists threw explosive devices that failed to detonate

The Australian ABC network reveals that during the massacre, the two terrorists threw four explosive devices at the crowd - which did not explode

Eighth Hanukkah candle lit at Bondi Beach shooting site

In a ceremony alongside hundreds of members of Sydney's Jewish community, volunteers from ZAKA's international unit lit the final Hanukkah candle at the site where the attack occurred.

'Blood on your hands'

Australia’s Prime Minister booed at memorial vigil

Thousands attended a vigil to light the eighth candle of Hanukkah at the scene of the Bondi Beach attack under heavy security. The Australian Prime Minister was booed.

After Bondi attack

Australian state to ban ISIS flags, 'globalize the intifada'

New South Wales plans to outlaw ISIS flags, extremist symbols, and chants like “globalize the intifada” in the wake of the Hanukkah massacre on Bondi Beach.

$2.5M from supporters

Muslim hero who tackled Sydney terrorist honored

Ahmed al Ahmed, a Syrian man hailed for tackling terrorist in the Bondi Beach massacre, receives over $2.5M in donations from around the world as officials and citizens praised his bravery.

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.

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.

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.

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.

'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.

'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.

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.'

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.'

'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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

New details from massacre

Holocaust survivor shielded wife, and was murdered

Australian investigators say one attacker was recently fired from his job, a jihadist flag was found in the terrorists’ vehicle, and links to ISIS are now being examined.

‘We are the eternal people’

President Herzog's message to Australian Jews

President Isaac Herzog sent condolences to Australia’s Jewish community after a deadly terror attack at a Hanukkah celebration, stressing unity, resilience, and the triumph of light over darkness.

Arsen Ostrovsky among injured

'October 7, that’s the last time I saw this'

'These bastards will not win,' says Arsen Ostrovsky, a social media personality, chairman of the Jewish Council of Israel-Australia, who was injured in the Bondi terrorist attack.

Half a year ago:

Victim of Sydney massacre looks out over Temple Mount

Rabbi Eli Schlanger, a Chabad emissary in Sydney, Australia, who was murdered in the shooting attack in the city, visited the roof of the Machkameh synagogue, at the edge of the Temple Mount.

Mike Huckabee:

Mike Huckabee criticizes PM’s response to Bondi Beach attack

US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee calls Prime Minister Albanese’s statement on the deadly Bondi Beach attack 'disgraceful,' for failing to mention the antisemitic motives in the murder of at least 12 people during a Hanukkah celebration.

Words have consequences

Israeli FM warns Australian FM after Hanukkah massacre

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar told his Australian counterpart that rising antisemitic incitement since October 7 helped fuel the deadly shooting at a Hanukkah event in Sydney.

‘The candles will be lit again’

Herzog speaks to community leaders after Sydney attack

President Isaac Herzog spoke with Jewish leaders in Sydney following the deadly terror attack at a Chanukah gathering, expressing Israel’s shock, condolences, and full solidarity.

Israel warned

Iran prepped terror cells to target Australian Jewish targets

Israel issued warnings in the months leading up to the Sydney Hanukkah massacre that Iran was preparing for attacks on the Jewish community in Australia.

Erin Molan's heartbreak after the massacre at Bondi Beach

Visibly shaken, journalist Erin Molan describes fear, heartbreak, and deep concern following massacre in Sydney’s Bondi Beach, warning of its emotional toll on the Jewish community.

Sydney Hanukkah Massacre

Israeli MK warns Australia that appeasement fuels terror

'It's first and foremost the role of the Australian government to prevent these kind of vicious attacks and we will demand it in any way possible,' says MK Simcha Rothman.

Personal, Painful, Shaking:

Witness to the terrorist attack at Bondi Beach

'What was supposed to be a moment of light, connection and celebration turned into a terrorist event in an instant,' says a resident of Bondi Beach who was witness to the murderous attack at a Hanukkah celebration.

Captivity survivors

'We stand with the Jewish community, you stood with us'

The Hostages and Missing Families Forum expressed solidarity with the Australian Jewish community following the deadly mass shooting at a Hanukkah celebration in Sydney.

Naftali Bennett

'Australian government bears responsibility for mass shooting'

Former Israeli Prime Minister says the Australian government has ignored warnings of rising antisemitism, leading to the murder of 10 people at a Hanukkah celebration.

Herzog

'Heart of entire nation misses a beat after Sydney shooting'

Israeli President responds to the deadly shooting at a Hanukkah celebration in Sydney, Australia.

Response to Sydney shooting

'Hanukkah is meant to be a time of light and joy'

Deputy Foreign Minister Sharren Haskel, WZO chair Yaakov Hagoel respond to the mass shooting at a Hanukkah celebration in Sydney Australia.

'Go to the gas chambers':

Rabbi, children attacked in Melbourne

A Rabbi from Melbourne's Jewish community in Australia was accosted while riding a city train with his children when a local woman shouted at them, 'Go to the gas chambers.'

Why my fight against antisemitism is deeply personal

The antisemitism surge in Australia is a failure of collective leadership. Opinion.

Australia:

Antisemitism falls 20%, still five times pre-Oct. 7 levels

Antisemitic incidents in Australia fell 20% to 1,654 last year, but remain five times pre-Oct. 7 levels, new data show.