Rabbi Eli Schlanger

Rabbi Eli Schlanger was a British-born rabbi who served the Jewish community in Bondi, Sydney, Australia. He is newsworthy due to his tragic death in the Bondi Beach shooting, where 15 people were killed during a Jewish celebration. The shooting, which occurred on December 14, 2025, has prompted widespread mourning and anger. Rabbi Schlanger's funeral was the first held for the victims of the attack, drawing thousands of mourners and described as an "unspeakable loss" for the community. The surviving gunman has been charged with murder and terrorism. Rabbi Schlanger's death highlights the devastating impact of the attack on the local Jewish community and underscores the grief and shock felt across Australia.