Australian PM declares Sydney shooting a ‘terrorist’ attack targeting Jews

On December 14, 2025, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese declared a shooting at Bondi Beach in Sydney a terrorist attack. The attack targeted a Jewish community event. According to New South Wales police, two gunmen killed at least a dozen people at the scene. The Prime Minister's declaration indicates the government believes the attack was motivated by terrorism, specifically targeting the Jewish community. Authorities are continuing to investigate the incident.