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.