Breaking News: Multiple Fatalities in Terror Attack at Bondi Beach During Hanukkah Celebrations
At least 15 people, including a 10-year-old girl, have been killed in a terror attack at Bondi Beach in Sydney, Australia, during a Hanukkah celebration. The attack occurred at approximately 18:47 local time (07:47 GMT) on an unspecified date.
The gunmen behind the attack have been identified as a 50-year-old father and a 24-year-old son, both of whom were involved in the shooting. The older gunman died after being shot dead by police, while the younger gunman is in a critical condition.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has described the attack as "an act of antisemitism... and terrorism on our shores." Police have declared the incident a terrorist attack, making it the deadliest in Australia since the Port Arthur massacre in 1996.
The attack has sent shockwaves through the community, with many left to grapple with the devastating loss of life. A "hero" who wrestled a gun from one of the shooters has been identified as Ahmed al Ahmed.
This is a developing story, and we will provide updates as more information becomes available.
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