Sun Dec 14 10:07:41 UTC 2025: Summary:
A mass shooting at Bondi Beach in Sydney, Australia, has left at least 10 people dead. Two gunmen opened fire on a crowd gathered for the first night of Hanukkah celebrations. Police have taken the two shooters into custody. The incident occurred around 6:30 PM local time (2.17 PM IST) with witnesses reporting approximately 50 shots fired. Authorities are urging people to avoid the area and follow police directions. The Prime Minister, opposition leader and community leaders have expressed shock and grief, condemning the violence and offering support to the victims and the Jewish community.
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Mass Shooting at Bondi Beach Leaves at Least 10 Dead
Sydney, Australia – A devastating mass shooting at Sydney’s iconic Bondi Beach has left at least 10 people dead and sent shockwaves across the nation. Two gunmen opened fire on a crowd of people gathered to celebrate the first night of Hanukkah, a Jewish festival, at approximately 6:30 PM local time (2.17 PM IST). Witnesses reported hearing around 50 shots fired during the attack.
New South Wales (NSW) Police confirmed that they responded to a “developing incident” and have taken the two suspects into custody. “Police operation is ongoing, and we continue to urge people to avoid the area. Please obey ALL police directions. Do not cross police lines,” they said in a statement.
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese described the scenes as “shocking and distressing” and expressed his condolences to the victims and their families. “Police and emergency responders are on the ground working to save lives. My thoughts are with every person affected,” Albanese stated.
Opposition Leader Sussan Ley condemned the “hateful violence” and joined the Prime Minister in urging Australians to follow police instructions. “Australians are in deep mourning, with hateful violence striking at the heart of an iconic Australian community,” Ley said. “This attack occurred as our Jewish community came together at the Chanukah by the Sea celebration. This was a celebration of peace and hope for the future, severed by hate.”
Reports indicate that hundreds had gathered on the beach for the seaside event. One attendee told The Sydney Morning Herald that the shooters “targeted children and the elderly indiscriminately.”
The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are working to determine the motive behind the attack.
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