Sydney, Australia – A devastating mass shooting at Bondi Beach during a Hanukkah celebration has claimed at least 12 lives, including one alleged gunman, and injured 29 others, including two police officers, authorities confirmed on Sunday. The attack, declared a terrorist incident targeting Sydney's Jewish community, unfolded around 6:47 p.m. local time at Archer Park, where families gathered for the holiday event amid a 32°C summer evening.
New South Wales Premier Chris Minns described the scene as "shocking and distressing," with over 40 ambulance resources mobilized. One shooter was killed, another is in critical condition in custody, and police are probing a possible third offender. Bystander footage captured crowds fleeing as gunshots echoed, with one man tackling and disarming an assailant.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese called it "evil beyond comprehension," vowing a thorough investigation by NSW Police, ASIO, and federal counter-terrorism units. The iconic beach, packed with tourists, saw no other connected incidents in Sydney.
