New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani condemned the “vile act of antisemitic terror” that unfolded during a Hanukkah celebration in Bondi Beach.

"The attack at a Hanukkah celebration in Sydney today was a vile act of antisemitic terror. I mourn those who were murdered and will be keeping their families, the Jewish community, and the Chabad movement in my prayers. May the memories of all those killed be a blessing," he wrote.

"While we are still waiting for all the facts to emerge, what we already know is devastating. At least 11 dead, including Rabbi Eli Schlanger, who held deep ties to Crown Heights. At least 29 injured. Another Jewish community plunged into mourning and loss, a holiday of light so painfully reduced to a day of darkness. This attack is merely the latest, most horrifying iteration in a growing pattern of violence targeted at Jewish people across the world. Too many no longer feel safe to be themselves, to express their faith publicly, to worship in their synagogues without armed security stationed outside. What happened at Bondi is what many Jewish people fear will happen in their communities too," Mamdani added.

Holocaust survivor Alex Kleytman has been identified as one of the at least 11 people killed in today's attack at Bondi Beach. His wife, Larisa Kleytman, confirmed his death to The Australian, recounting hearing loud "boom" sounds before he fell. Kleytman, who survived the Holocaust in Siberia, immigrated with his wife (also a survivor) from Ukraine and had been married for almost 60 years. His wife said he was there to celebrate Hanukkah, which "for us was always a very, very good celebration."

Australians on Sunday praised a man described as a "hero" after his quick thinking during a mass shooting at Sydney's Bondi Beach, the deadliest attack in the country in years. Footage shared widely on social media showed the unarmed man tackling one of the gunmen as shots were being fired at civilians, a move believed to have saved many lives.

The 15-second video shows the man hiding behind parked cars before running towards the gunman from behind. He grabs him by the neck, pulls away his rifle and forces him to the ground, before pointing the weapon back at him.

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An Israeli citizen was among those killed during the attack at Sydney's Bondi Beach, according to multiple reports citing the Israeli foreign ministry. Another Israeli was wounded and is receiving treatment at a local hospital in Sydney. Eleven people were killed in the shooting on Sunday, as well as one of the attackers.

The Iranian foreign ministry on Sunday denounced a "violent attack" in Sydney that targeted a Jewish celebration and killed 11 people. "We condemn the violent attack in Sydney, Australia. Terror and killing of human beings, wherever committed, is rejected and condemned," foreign ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei said on X.

The attack on Sunday occurred during an event marking the start of Hanukkah, which is the Jewish Festival of Light. This eight-day celebration historically commemorates the Jewish victory over the Greeks over 2,000 years ago, allowing them to practice their religion freely. Hanukkah or Chanukah, begins on the 25th day of Kislev, the ninth month of the Hebrew calendar, and is traditionally celebrated with the nightly lighting of the menorah, singing songs, playing dreidel, and children receiving gifts or Hanukkah money, known as gelt. 

The 43-year-old fruit shop owner from the Sutherland Shire who bravely tackled one of the gunmen is recovering well in the hospital, despite sustaining two bullet wounds, one in his arm and one in his hand, according to a relative. A family member, speaking outside a Sydney hospital, called the man "100 per cent a hero" and expressed hope that they would be allowed to see him soon.

Marco Rubio, the US Secretary of State, said in a post on X, "The United States strongly condemns the terrorist attack in Australia targeting a Jewish celebration. Antisemitism has no place in this world. Our prayers are with the victims of this horrific attack, the Jewish community, and the people of Australia."

Antonio Guterres, the secretary-general of the UN, called it a “heinous deadly attack”.

"I am horrified and condemn today’s heinous deadly attack on Jewish families gathered in Sydney to celebrate Hannukah. My heart is with the Jewish community worldwide on this first day of Hannukah, a festival celebrating the miracle of peace and light vanquishing darkness," he said.

The first victim from the shooting in Sydney's Bondi Beach today has been identified as Rabbi Eli Schlanger.

Schlanger was an assistant rabbi at Chabad of Bondi as well as a chaplain for the local community, the Sydney Morning Herald reported.  According to Schlanger's LinkedIn, he has held the position of assistant rabbi at Chabad of Bondi for over 18 years. 

Australia’s Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles called the Bondi Beach attack a “dark moment for the nation”.

Richard Marles wrote on X, “This is a dark moment for our nation. My thoughts this evening are with every person impacted by the terror incident at Bondi, including the families and loved ones of those who have been killed, and the brave Australians who did not hesitate to run towards danger."

He added, "A short time ago, the National Security Committee of Cabinet met. Investigations are continuing and details are still being confirmed. It is important that while this occurs, all Australians listen to and take the advice of authorities.”

Following Sunday's Bondi Beach shooting, Australia's Foreign Minister, Penny Wong, spoke with her Israeli counterpart, Gideon Sa'ar, who had publicly criticised the federal Labour government for ignoring warning signs about antisemitism in the community. Wong, who was briefed on the incident as a member of the national security committee, subsequently cancelled her planned diplomatic trip to China and Japan this week.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu accused Australia's government of having fuelled antisemitism in the period leading up to Sunday's shooting in Sydney which targeted a Jewish celebration, killing 11 people.

"Three months ago I wrote to the Australian prime minister that your policy is pouring oil on the fire of antisemitism," he said, referring to a letter he sent to Anthony Albanese in August following Canberra's announcement that it would recognise Palestinian statehood. 

"Antisemitism is a cancer that spreads when leaders are silent and do not act," Netanyahu added during a televised public address at an event in southern Israel.

At least 11 people were killed after two gunmen opened fire at Sydney's Bondi Beach on Sunday during a Jewish religious gathering. One of the attackers was shot dead by police as emergency services rushed to the scene. The shooting is being described as one of Australia's deadliest mass-casualty attacks in decades and could be the worst since the Port Arthur massacre in 1996.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi condemned the "ghastly terrorist attack" at Bondi Beach.

"On behalf of the people of India, I extend my sincere condolences to the families who lost their loved ones. We stand in solidarity with the people of Australia in this hour of grief. India has zero tolerance towards terrorism and supports the fight against all forms and manifestations of terrorism," PM Modi wrote on X. 

Strongly condemn the ghastly terrorist attack carried out today at Bondi Beach, Australia, targeting people celebrating the first day of the Jewish festival of Hanukkah. On behalf of the people of India, I extend my sincere condolences to the families who lost their loved ones.…

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) December 14, 2025

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said the national security committee was convened as a matter of urgency this evening.

"There has been a devastating terrorist incident at Bondi at the Hanukkah by the sea celebration. This is a targeted attack on Jewish Australians on the first day of Hanukkah, which should be a day of joy, a celebration of faith, an act of evil, anti-Semitism, terrorism that has struck the heart of our nation," he said.

"An attack on Jewish Australians is an attack on every Australian and every Australian. There is no place for this hate, violence and terrorism in our nation. Let me be clear we will eradicate it," he added.

"The fact that it is the first day of Hannukkah, the types of weapons... some of the other items we found at the scene - as I said, we have found the improvised explosive device in a car which is linked to the deceased offender," New South Wales Police Commissioner Mal Lanyon said.

New South Wales Police Commissioner Mal Lanyon said, "29 people have been transported to various hospitals around the Sydney area, including two police officers. The condition of those officers and the other transported are serious, but there is a range of conditions."

NSW police commissioner Mal Lanyon said that the shooting has been designated a terrorist incident. Lanyon said police are investigating whether there is a third offender.

NSW Premier Chris Minns said 12 are dead, including 1 shooter. 

"This cowardly act of terrifying violence is shocking and painful to see, and represents some of our worst fears about terrorism in Sydney. This attack was designed to target Sydney’s Jewish community. On the first day of Hanukkah. What should have been a night of peace and joy celebrated in that community with families and supporters, has been shattered by this horrifying evil attack," he added.

Israeli President Isaac Herzog condemned Sunday's shooting in Sydney, calling it a "cruel attack on Jews" and urging the Australian authorities to step up the fight against antisemitism.

"At these very moments, our sisters and brothers in Sydney, Australia, have been attacked by vile terrorists in a very cruel attack on Jews," Herzog said in a speech at an event in Jerusalem, adding, "Our sisters and brothers in Sydney have been attacked by vile terrorists in a very cruel attack on Jews who went to light the first candle of Hanukkah on Bondi Beach."

The New Zealand prime minister, Christopher Luxon, in a statement, said that he is "shocked by the distressing scenes at Bondi." 

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"Australia and New Zealand are closer than friends, we’re family. I am shocked by the distressing scenes at Bondi, a place that Kiwis visit every day. My thoughts, and the thoughts of all New Zealanders, are with those affected.”

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— Christopher Luxon (@chrisluxonmp) December 14, 2025

Former Australian prime minister Tony Abbott has called the Bondi shooting an “absolute atrocity”:

"The events at Bondi Beach are an absolute atrocity. A horror for the victims and a massive escalation of the hatred directed at Australia’s Jewish community. There should be no place in Australia for the kind of evil we’ve seen this evening. Thank God one bystander heroically intervened showing the good side of our country. I am praying for all those affected at this time," he wrote on X.

Here's a video of the incident:

BREAKING: Video shows how bystander disarmed one of the Bondi Beach gunmen pic.twitter.com/YN9lM1Tzls

— The Spectator Index (@spectatorindex) December 14, 2025

Chaos ensued at the Bondi Beach in Sydney as two gunmen opened fire earlier today, around 6:30 pm (local time). Amid this, a daring bystander pinned down one of the gunmen, who was hiding behind a tree, and aimed the rifle back at him. The bravery was caught on camera, the video of which is now viral.

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NSW police have asked anyone in the area with mobile phone or dashcam footage to uphold it to an official website.

Police are now appealing for anyone in the Bondi Beach area with mobile phone or dashcam vision relevant to this incident to upload at this link:https://t.co/Efqd53mGKJ
It can also be provided anonymously via Crime Stoppers, https://t.co/xElQad6neL
Information is managed on a… https://t.co/DrdG7vto2X

— NSW Police Force (@nswpolice) December 14, 2025

As per the NSW police force, one of the shooters involved in the Bondi Beach attack is dead, while another is in critical condition. 

UPDATE: A police operation is ongoing after a public place shooting by two men at Bondi Beach earlier today.
Ten people have been confirmed dead, including a man believed to be one of the shooters. The second alleged shooter is in a critical condition.
At this time, a further… https://t.co/lekTjxqf85

— NSW Police Force (@nswpolice) December 14, 2025