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Australia announces strict new gun laws. Here's how it can act so swiftly

December 16, 2025

In response to a tragic mass shooting at Bondi Beach during Hanukkah celebrations, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced plans to implement stricter gun laws. The attack, which resulted in at least 15 fatalities and numerous injuries, has been classified as a terrorist incident targeting the Jewish community, prompting calls for immediate action to prevent future incidents.

Australia announces strict new gun laws. Here's how it can act so swiftly

Credit: Mourners gather at the Bondi Pavilion as people pay tribute to the victims of a mass shooting at Bondi Beach.Izhar Khan/Getty Imageshide captiontoggle captionIzhar Khan/Getty Images

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15 people were killed and 42 injured in a mass shooting at Bondi Beach.
The shooting occurred during Hanukkah celebrations, targeting Jewish Australians.
Prime Minister Albanese labeled the incident a terrorist attack.
Australia plans to tighten existing gun laws, including limiting gun ownership.
The government is reviewing gun licenses as part of the new measures.

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Australia announces strict new gun laws. Here's how it can act so swiftly

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