The man deemed a hero after risking his life to save "countless others" during the Bondi Beach terrorist attack has spoken of his determination to protect the innocent. Ahmed Al Ahmed went viral after footage showed him sneaking up behind one of the two gunmen and wrestling a long-barrelled gun away from him.


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What began as a night of celebration at one of Australia’s most iconic beaches ended in unspeakable violence. New and disturbing details have emerged in the investigation into the deadly mass shooting at Sydney’s Bondi Beach, where fifteen people were killed. Authorities say the attack was meticulously planned. Watch to understand what investigators have revealed so far.

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Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese was booed and heckled by some attendees as he arrived at the Bondi Beach memorial marking the victims of the recent terror attack. The incident occurred during the National Day of Reflection, with members of the public expressing their anger and frustration toward the government's policies, particularly regarding security and antisemitism.

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Australians are lighting candles to remember the 15 victims of last week’s mass shooting at a Jewish festival in Sydney’s Bondi Beach. The National Day of Reflection was declared by the federal and New South Wales governments, with memorial ceremonies, a traditional Indigenous smoking ritual, and thousands expected to gather to honour the victims and support the Jewish community.

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Australian police charged Naveed Akram with terrorism and 15 counts of murder days after the Bondi Beach Hanukkah attack that killed 16 and injured 40. Authorities say the ISIS-inspired assault targeted the Jewish community; co-accused Sajid Akram was killed at the scene.


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Australia is reeling after a father and son opened fire on crowds at Sydney’s Bondi Beach during Hanukkah celebrations, killing 15 people and wounding dozens more. 
Authorities say the attack was driven by ISIS-inspired extremist ideology and was designed to terrorize the Jewish community. Investigators are probing the gunmen’s overseas travel, possible radicalization links, and whether warning signs were missed. 
The massacre has reignited debates over gun laws, counter-terror failures, and the rise of antisemitism in Australia.

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A father and son were driven by "Islamic State ideology" when they fired on crowds at Bondi Beach in one of Australia's deadliest mass shootings, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said. Sajid Akram and his son Naveed opened fire on people thronging the famous beach for the Jewish festival of Hanukkah on Sunday evening, killing 16 people and wounding dozens more.


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A father and son were driven by "Islamic State ideology" when they fired on crowds at Bondi Beach in one of Australia's deadliest mass shootings, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said. Sajid Akram and his son Naveed opened fire on people thronging the famous beach for the Jewish festival of Hanukkah on Sunday evening, killing 15 people and wounding dozens more.


Sydney terror attack: 'Islamic state ideology' drove Bondi Beach gunmen

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Tuesday (Dec 16) said that the mass shooting at Sydney's Bondi Beach that killed 15 people appears to have been driven by Islamic State ideology. This is the clearest indication yet of what may have motivated one of the country's deadliest attacks. The shooting took place on Sunday evening during a Hanukkah celebration at the popular beachfront, turning a religious gathering into a scene of chaos and fear. Authorities have already described the attack as an antisemitic act of terrorism, but Albanese's comments marked the first public suggestion that the suspects were radicalised by extremist ideology.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/father-and-son-behind-bondi-beach-attack-that-targeted-the-jewish-community-1765756840634">Father and son behind Bondi Beach attack that ‘targeted the Jewish community’</a><h2>Radialised?</h2>"It would appear that this was motivated by Islamic State ideology," Albanese said. He described it as an ideology of hate that has existed for more than a decade and one that, in this case, led to a willingness to carry out mass murder. "The ideology that has been around for more than a decade that led to this ideology of hate, and in this case, a preparedness to engage in mass murder."The attackers have been identified as Sajid Akram, 50, and his 24-year-old son Naveed Akram. Armed with long-barreled firearms, the pair opened fire on the beach for around 10 minutes before officers shot and killed the father. Naveed Akram was arrested and is currently in a coma in a hospital with serious injuries, under constant police guard.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pakistani-nationals-links-to-islamic-state-what-we-know-about-bondi-beach-shooters-sajid-and-naveed-akram-1765765119824">Bondi beach shooting: Who are father-son IS-linked suspects Sajid, Naveed Akram</a><h2>Australia already had an eye on one of the attackers</h2>Albanese confirmed that Naveed Akram had previously come to the attention of Australia's intelligence agencies in 2019. However, he said the young man was not assessed as posing an immediate threat at the time."He was drawn to their attention because of his association with others," the prime minister said. "Two of the people he was associated with were charged and went to jail, but he was not seen then as a person of interest." &nbsp;

Australia’s PM says the Sydney shooting that killed 15 during a Hanukkah event appears inspired by Islamic State ideology. The father-son attackers targeted the Jewish community. Scroll down for more.

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Tuesday (Dec 16) said that the mass shooting at Sydney's Bondi Beach that killed 15 people appears to have been driven by Islamic State ideology. This is the clearest indication yet of what may have motivated one of the country's deadliest attacks. The shooting took place on Sunday evening during a Hanukkah celebration at the popular beachfront, turning a religious gathering into a scene of chaos and fear. Authorities have already described the attack as an antisemitic act of terrorism, but Albanese's comments marked the first public suggestion that the suspects were radicalised by extremist ideology. Also read | Father and son behind Bondi Beach attack that ‘targeted the Jewish community’ Radialised? "It would appear that this was motivated by Islamic State ideology," Albanese said. He described it as an ideology of hate that has existed for more than a decade and one that, in this case, led to a willingness to carry out mass murder. "The ideology that has been around for more than a decade that led to this ideology of hate, and in this case, a preparedness to engage in mass murder." The attackers have been identified as Sajid Akram, 50, and his 24-year-old son Naveed Akram. Armed with long-barreled firearms, the pair opened fire on the beach for around 10 minutes before officers shot and killed the father. Naveed Akram was arrested and is currently in a coma in a hospital with serious injuries, under constant police guard. Also read | Bondi beach shooting: Who are father-son IS-linked suspects Sajid, Naveed Akram Australia already had an eye on one of the attackers Albanese confirmed that Naveed Akram had previously come to the attention of Australia's intelligence agencies in 2019. However, he said the young man was not assessed as posing an immediate threat at the time. "He was drawn to their attention because of his association with others," the prime minister said. "Two of the people he was associated with were charged and went to jail, but he was not seen then as a person of interest."

Australia’s PM says the Sydney shooting that killed 15 during a Hanukkah event appears inspired by Islamic State ideology. The father-son attackers targeted the Jewish community. Scroll down for more.

Australia PM Anthony Albanese says Bondi Beach shooting appears driven by Islamic State ideology

Australia is mourning after a deadly terror attack in Sydney, with reports confirming the death toll has risen to 16, including a 10-year-old child. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese paid a floral tribute at Bondi Pavilion as the nation comes together in grief.


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Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar spoke to Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong on Monday after the deadly terror attack at Bondi Beach in Sydney, which claimed the lives of more than 15 people amid a gathering to celebrate the first day of Hanukkah.&nbsp;In a post on social media platform X, EAM Jaishankar said, “Just spoke to Australian Foreign Minister @SenatorWong. Conveyed our deepest condolences about the Bondi Beach terrorist attack and offered our fullest support.”

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">EAM Dr S Jaishankar tweets, &quot;Just spoke to Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong. Conveyed our deepest condolences about the Bondi beach terrorist attack and offered our fullest support.&quot; <a href="https://t.co/zPHJF6CIE6">pic.twitter.com/zPHJF6CIE6</a>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://twitter.com/ANI/status/2000427778941108252?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 15, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h3>PM Modi condemns the attack</h3>Earlier on Sunday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday denounced the attack at Australia’s Bondi Beach that struck people marking the first day of the Jewish festival of Hanukkah, offering condolences to the bereaved families and expressing solidarity with the Australian people.&nbsp;PM Modi said in a post on X, “Strongly condemn the ghastly terrorist attack carried out today at Bondi Beach, Australia, targeting people celebrating the first day of the Jewish festival of Hanukkah.”&nbsp;Authorities have classified the incident as a terrorist attack aimed at Jewish Australians gathered for the celebration. CNN reported that one of the victims, a Holocaust survivor, was killed while trying to protect his wife from the gunfire.&nbsp;Australian officials stated that the attack was carried out by a father and son. The 50-year-old father was shot dead by police at the scene, while his 24-year-old son was rushed to the hospital. Police also confirmed that the elder man possessed a recreational hunting license and that raids were carried out at a residence in Sydney as part of the probe.&nbsp;The Festival of Lights, Hanukkah, is an eight-day Jewish celebration commemorating the Maccabean Revolt and the rededication of the Holy Temple in Jerusalem around 164 BCE. It is marked by a miracle where a small amount of oil miraculously burned for eight days.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The attack was carried out by a father and son. The 50-year-old father was shot dead by police at the scene, while his 24-year-old son was rushed to the hospital. During the deadly terror attack, more than 15 people died at Bondi Beach in Sydney.

Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar spoke to Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong on Monday after the deadly terror attack at Bondi Beach in Sydney, which claimed the lives of more than 15 people amid a gathering to celebrate the first day of Hanukkah. In a post on social media platform X, EAM Jaishankar said, “Just spoke to Australian Foreign Minister @SenatorWong. Conveyed our deepest condolences about the Bondi Beach terrorist attack and offered our fullest support.”

The attack was carried out by a father and son. The 50-year-old father was shot dead by police at the scene, while his 24-year-old son was rushed to the hospital. During the deadly terror attack, more than 15 people died at Bondi Beach in Sydney.

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At least 16 people have been confirmed dead, and over 40 others injured following a shooting during a Jewish festival celebration at Bondi Beach in Australia, authorities reported early on Monday (December 15). "Police can confirm 16 people have died and 40 people remain in hospital following Sunday's (December 14) shooting at Bondi," police in New South Wales posted on X. The police did not clarify whether the reported toll included one of the attackers, who was also killed in the incident.&nbsp;Prime Minister Anthony Albanese condemned the violence as an "act of evil antisemitism," adding, “An attack on Jewish Australians is an attack on every Australian.” NSW Premier Chris Minns called the attack "horrifying" and "evil," expressing his deep sympathy for the Jewish community. “Our heart bleeds for Australia’s Jewish community tonight,” he said. “I can only imagine the pain that they’re feeling right now, to see their loved ones killed as they celebrate this ancient holiday.” NSW Police Commissioner Mal Lanyon, confirming more than 1,000 people were attending the Hanukkah celebration at Bondi Beach, described the incident as an “act of terrorism.”

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">***IMPORTANT INFORMATION*** Police can confirm 16 people have died and 40 people remain in hospital following yesterday&#39;s shooting at Bondi. More information will be made available soon.&mdash; NSW Police Force (@nswpolice) <a href="https://twitter.com/nswpolice/status/2000283885402530294?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 14, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/bondi-beach-terror-attack-12-dead-as-terrorist-attack-during-hanukkah-festival-at-bondi-beach-what-exactly-happened-and-what-we-know-so-far-1765732318032">Bondi Beach terror attack: 12 dead as terrorist attack during Hanukkah festival at Bondi Beach. What exactly happened and what we know so far</a>&nbsp;On Sunday (December 14), around 6:40 pm (Australian time), Sydney's Bondi Beach became the scene of a shocking attack when multiple police vehicles were seen rushing toward the area. Witnesses reported hearing several gunshots, and crowds of people fled in panic along Campbell Parade. Images from the scene show two men in black clothing, seemingly armed with rifles, firing from a pedestrian bridge connecting Campbell Parade to Bondi Pavilion. On Sunday (December 14), at least 12 people were confirmed dead by NSW Premier Chris Minns and NSW Police Commissioner Mal Lanyon in a press conference held on Sunday. One of the attackers was reported killed by police. Initial reports had said the death toll at 10.

Bondi Beach terror attack: Death toll rises to 16 and over 40 injured, says Australian police

At least 16 people have been confirmed dead, and over 40 others injured following a shooting during a Jewish festival celebration at Bondi Beach in Australia, authorities reported early on Monday (December 15). "Police can confirm 16 people have died and 40 people remain in hospital following Sunday's (December 14) shooting at Bondi," police in New South Wales posted on X. The police did not clarify whether the reported toll included one of the attackers, who was also killed in the incident. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese condemned the violence as an "act of evil antisemitism," adding, “An attack on Jewish Australians is an attack on every Australian.” NSW Premier Chris Minns called the attack "horrifying" and "evil," expressing his deep sympathy for the Jewish community. “Our heart bleeds for Australia’s Jewish community tonight,” he said. “I can only imagine the pain that they’re feeling right now, to see their loved ones killed as they celebrate this ancient holiday.” NSW Police Commissioner Mal Lanyon, confirming more than 1,000 people were attending the Hanukkah celebration at Bondi Beach, described the incident as an “act of terrorism.”

A terror attack at Bondi Beach during a Hanukkah celebration has left 16 people dead after two gunmen opened fire; one attacker was killed and another is in custody

A mass shooting at Bondi Beach in the Australian city of Sydney has killed at least 12 people and wounded 26, including two police officers, police say. One man believed to be one of the shooters has been killed, while a second alleged shooter is in critical condition. Authorities designate shooting “terrorist” incident, say it was “designed to target Sydney’s Jewish community on the first day of Hanukkah”.


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A senior law enforcement official has informed Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) News that one of the individuals involved in the shooting attack at a Hanukkah party in Bondi Beach is repoterdly believed to be a Muslim man of Pakistani descent. The suspect, identified as Naveed Akram, 24, from Bonnyrigg, had his driver's license discovered at the scene. Authorities have confirmed that Akram's date of birth is August 12, 2001.&nbsp;According to Akram's Facebook profile, he had attended Central Queensland University in Sydney, Hamdard University in Islamabad, and also studied at Al Murad Institute, where he was reportedly regarded as a model student. His social media accounts do not reveal any clear indication of his personal beliefs. The New South Wales police have not yet publicly verified this information.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/bondi-beach-terror-attack-12-killed-29-taken-to-hospital-what-we-know-about-the-suspects-so-far-1765725217367">Bondi Beach terror attack: 12 killed, 29 taken to hospital. What we know about the&nbsp;suspects&nbsp;so&nbsp;far</a><h2>What happened at Bondi Beach?</h2>At least 12 people, including one of the attackers, died after a shooting at Bondi Beach on Sunday (December 14) evening during celebrations marking the start of Hanukkah. Several witnesses said police vehicles began converging on the beachfront at about 6.40pm. Multiple gunshots rang out as crowds fled the area around Campbell Parade. Video footage circulating later showed at least two men dressed in black firing what appeared to be rifles from a pedestrian bridge connecting Campbell Parade to the Bondi Pavilion. The attack occurred near the Chanukah by the Sea event, where members of Sydney’s Jewish community had gathered to observe the first night of the festival. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese described the shooting as a “terrorist act of antisemitism” that struck Jewish Australians during a moment of celebration and faith. At a late-night media briefing, NSW Premier Chris Minns and Police Commissioner Mal Lanyon confirmed that at least 11 people had been killed at that stage, including one of the gunmen, with many others taken to hospital. Lanyon formally classified the incident as a terrorist attack and said improvised explosive devices were discovered inside a vehicle on Campbell Parade connected to the deceased offender. Specialist bomb disposal officers were deployed to deal with the threat.

Australia police raid residence of Pakistani Muslim man suspected of Bondi Beach terror attack — Report

A senior law enforcement official has informed Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) News that one of the individuals involved in the shooting attack at a Hanukkah party in Bondi Beach is repoterdly believed to be a Muslim man of Pakistani descent. The suspect, identified as Naveed Akram, 24, from Bonnyrigg, had his driver's license discovered at the scene. Authorities have confirmed that Akram's date of birth is August 12, 2001. According to Akram's Facebook profile, he had attended Central Queensland University in Sydney, Hamdard University in Islamabad, and also studied at Al Murad Institute, where he was reportedly regarded as a model student. His social media accounts do not reveal any clear indication of his personal beliefs. The New South Wales police have not yet publicly verified this information. Also Read: Bondi Beach terror attack: 12 killed, 29 taken to hospital. What we know about the suspects so far What happened at Bondi Beach? At least 12 people, including one of the attackers, died after a shooting at Bondi Beach on Sunday (December 14) evening during celebrations marking the start of Hanukkah. Several witnesses said police vehicles began converging on the beachfront at about 6.40pm. Multiple gunshots rang out as crowds fled the area around Campbell Parade. Video footage circulating later showed at least two men dressed in black firing what appeared to be rifles from a pedestrian bridge connecting Campbell Parade to the Bondi Pavilion. The attack occurred near the Chanukah by the Sea event, where members of Sydney’s Jewish community had gathered to observe the first night of the festival. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese described the shooting as a “terrorist act of antisemitism” that struck Jewish Australians during a moment of celebration and faith. At a late-night media briefing, NSW Premier Chris Minns and Police Commissioner Mal Lanyon confirmed that at least 11 people had been killed at that stage, including one of the gunmen, with many others taken to hospital. Lanyon formally classified the incident as a terrorist attack and said improvised explosive devices were discovered inside a vehicle on Campbell Parade connected to the deceased offender. Specialist bomb disposal officers were deployed to deal with the threat.

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A mass shooting at Bondi Beach in the Australian city of Sydney has killed at least 12 people and wounded 11, including two police officers, police say. One man believed to be one of the shooters has been killed, while a second alleged shooter is in critical condition. Authorities designate shooting “terrorist” incident, say it was “designed to target Sydney’s Jewish community on the first day of Hanukkah”.


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