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Australian police say Bondi Beach mass shooting was inspired by Islamic State group

December 16, 2025

A mass shooting during a Hanukkah celebration at Bondi Beach in Sydney, Australia, resulted in 15 fatalities and has been classified as a terrorist attack inspired by the Islamic State. The assailants, a father and son duo, were apprehended as the incident unfolded amidst rising antisemitic incidents in the region.

Australian police say Bondi Beach mass shooting was inspired by Islamic State group

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15 people were killed during a Hanukkah celebration at Bondi Beach.
The shooting is classified as a terrorist attack inspired by Islamic State.
The suspects involved are a father and son, aged 50 and 24.
The attack coincides with a rise in antisemitic incidents in Australia.

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Australian police say Bondi Beach mass shooting was inspired by Islamic State group

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