Bondi Beach Attack: Gunman Kills 11 at Jewish Festival
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A gunman killed 11 people and wounded 29 others in a terror attack at a Jewish festival on Bondi Beach Sunday night. The assailant was also killed.
Among the injured are two police officers. All casualties were taken to nearby hospitals.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese faced questions from reporters about whether recent government criticism of Israel has fueled anti-Semitism in Australia. He made the comments following the attack.
The incident occurred during Hanukkah celebrations, shocking the local community and international observers.