A terrible shooting took place at Bondi Beach in Sydney, Australia, onĀ during a Jewish Hanukkah festival event. Police say several gunmen opened fire on the crowd, killing many people and injuring dozens more.
The festival was crowded with families and visitors when the gunfire started, causing panic and fear. Police arrived quickly and one of the shooters was killed. Another suspect was captured by officers and taken to hospital.
Australian leaders called the attack a terrorist act and hate crime, aimed at the Jewish community, and strongly condemned the violence. The Prime Minister said it was an āevilā act that should never happen in Australia.
Many people around the world expressed sadness and support for the victims and their families.