Death toll rises to 16, with 40 hospitalised after shooting targeting Jewish community in Australia's Bondi Beach

Summary

A shooting at Australia's Bondi Beach targeted the Jewish community during Hanukkah, killing 16 and hospitalizing 40. The incident is declared a terrorist attack.

Key Points
  • The shooting at Bondi Beach targeted the Jewish community celebrating Hanukkah, resulting in 16 deaths.
  • At least 40 people remain hospitalized following the attack.
  • The two suspects were a father and son; the father was killed by police and the son is in critical condition.
  • Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese condemned the attack as antisemitic terrorism and expressed solidarity with the Jewish community.
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