On December 14, two gunmen opened fire on a Hanukkah event in Bondi Beach, Sydney, killing 12 and injuring many others. Witnesses reported the attackers shouted “Allahu Akhbar” and targeted Jews, while police response took five to ten minutes despite proximity. Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese condemned the attack as an act of antisemitism and reaffirmed support for the Jewish community. Following the incident, there were concerns about rising anti-Jewish sentiment and violence in Australia and Canada, fueled by recent demonstrations.
