What Happened on December 14, 2025 — Bondi Beach Mass Shooting (Sydney, Australia)

 On Sunday, 14 December 2025, a terrorist mass shooting occurred at Bondi Beach, one of Australia’s most famous beaches, located in Sydney, New South Wales. This was a targeted attack on a Jewish community event, recognized domestically and internationally as an act of antisemitic terrorism. 


 The Attack — Timeline & Key Facts

  • Around 6:47 p.m. local time (AEDT), two armed men began firing at a crowd near Campbell Parade, right beside Bondi Beach where hundreds of people were gathered for a Hanukkah celebration called Chanukah by the Sea. 

  • The event was organized by the Chabad of Bondi Jewish community group, marking the start of the Hanukkah holiday.

  • The attack lasted several minutes, causing immediate panic, chaos, and people fleeing for shelter as gunmen shot into the crowd. 

  • Emergency services were quickly called, with police and medical teams responding to the scene. 

 Casualties & Injuries

  • 12 people were killed in the attack, including one of the shooters. 

  • At least 29 people were injured, among them two police officers who were wounded while responding. 

  • Victims included members of the Jewish community celebrating Hanukkah. One of the identified victims was Rabbi Eli Schlanger, a community leader from Chabad of Bondi, mourned by family and community. 

  • The injured were taken to hospitals across Sydney, treated for various gunshot wounds and shock. 

  The Attackers

  • Two men dressed in black opened fire on the crowd from an elevated position. 

  • One of the gunmen was killed on the scene by police. 

  • The second gunman was shot and taken into custody, critically injured and is now in hospital. 

  • Authorities identified one of the shooters as Naveed Akram, a 24-year-old man from Sydney’s south-west suburb of Bonnyrigg. 

  • Police also found suspected improvised explosive devices (IEDs) in a suspicious vehicle connected to the attackers, which were safely removed by bomb disposal teams. 



Heroic Actions

Amid the horrific chaos, a bystander named Ahmed al Ahmed (43) bravely tackled one of the gunmen, disarmed him, and seized his weapon, likely saving many lives. He was shot during the struggle but survived and was taken to hospital. 

 Official Response — Terrorism Declaration

Australian authorities immediately declared this a terrorist incident.

  • New South Wales Police Commissioner Mal Lanyon labeled the event terrorist violence. 

  • Prime Minister Anthony Albanese called it an “act of evil antisemitism” and a “targeted attack on Jewish Australians.

  • The national threat level remained at “probable”, meaning security agencies see a continued risk of terrorism. 

 Location Details

  • Bondi Beach is a major tourist and local destination in Sydney, known worldwide for its sands, surf and community events. The attack at such a public and crowded location heightened shock and global attention.

 Global Reactions

World leaders and governments strongly condemned the attack:

  • UN Secretary-General António Guterres condemned the violence. 

  • Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called it “cold blooded murder” and blamed rising antisemitism. 

  • Leaders from the USA, UK, New Zealand, France, Germany, and EU expressed condolences and support. 

International Jewish communities also expressed grief and solidarity with the victims and families.

 Why This Matters

Australia has strict gun laws and mass shootings are historically rare. The Bondi Beach attack is one of the deadliest shootings in modern Australian history, and the deadliest terrorist incident in the nation since the 1996 Port Arthur massacre.

It has ignited debates about:

  • Antisemitism and hate crimes

  • Security of public events

  • Community protection

  • National unity against terrorism

 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: Where exactly did the shooting occur?

A:  The shooting occurred at Bondi Beach, Sydney, near Campbell Parade during a Hanukkah celebration called “Chanukah by the Sea.

Q2: How many people died or were injured?

A:     12 people were killed (including one gunman). 

         29 people were injured, including two police officers.

Q3: Was this attack considered terrorism?

A:  Yes. Australian authorities declared it a terrorist incident and said it was motivated by          antisemitism. 

Q4: Were the attackers caught?

A:      One gunman was killed at the scene by police.

          The second was shot and arrested, now in critical condition. 

Q5: Why was the Jewish community targeted?

A:   Authorities said the attack was designed to target Sydney’s Jewish community celebrating         Hanukkah, a significant cultural and religious moment. 

Q6: Did anyone try to stop the shooters?

A:    Yes — a bystander (Ahmed al Ahmed) tackled and disarmed a shooter, an act seen as heroic.

Q7: What has the government said?

A:      PM Albanese condemned the attack as “evil antisemitism.

          NSW Premier Chris Minns called it a targeted assault on Jewish Australians. 

          Security agencies increased vigilance nationwide.

Location: Sydney NSW, Australia

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