Sydney terror attack
Australia Mourns as First Funeral Held for Rabbi Eli Schlanger, Victim of Bondi Beach Mass Shooting
Dec 17, 2025 07:03 am CST
Australia prepares to hold the first funeral for victims of the Bondi Beach mass shooting, remembering Rabbi Eli Schlanger, a father of five and dedicated chaplain who was among 15 people killed when gunmen opened fire during Hanukkah celebrations at Sydney's famous beach. Community members describe the "Bondi Rabbi" as "full of light" as they gather to honor his memory at Chabad of Bondi Synagogue.
Heroic Elderly Couple Attempted to Stop Gunman During Deadly Bondi Beach Attack
Dec 16, 2025 10:14 pm CST
A newly released video shows Boris and Sofia Gurman, an elderly couple, bravely attempting to disarm one of the attackers during the deadly Bondi Beach shooting that claimed 15 lives. The couple, along with fruit shop owner Ahmed al-Ahmed who also confronted the gunmen, are being honored for their heroism in the face of what Australian authorities have classified as an Islamic State-inspired terrorist attack.
Former England Cricket Captain Michael Vaughan Recalls Terrifying Experience Near Bondi Beach Terror Attack
Dec 15, 2025 03:19 pm CST
Former England cricket captain Michael Vaughan shares his harrowing experience of being just meters away from the Bondi Beach terror attack in Sydney that targeted a Jewish celebration. Vaughan describes the lockdown situation, his family's close call, and reflects on how the community is responding to this tragic event that claimed 15 lives.
Mother Denies Son's Involvement in Sydney Jewish Festival Terror Attack That Left 15 Dead
Dec 15, 2025 12:49 pm CST
Following a deadly terror attack at a Hanukkah celebration near Sydney's Bondi Beach that claimed 15 lives, including a child, Verena Akram remains in denial about her son Naveed's involvement despite eyewitness evidence. Authorities continue investigating the antisemitic attack which Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese condemned as "pure evil."
Bondi Beach Terror Attack: Suspect Naveed Akram Identified in Deadly Hanukkah Shooting
Dec 14, 2025 08:45 pm CST
A 24-year-old man named Naveed Akram has been identified as one of the alleged shooters in the deadly Bondi Beach attack that targeted Hanukkah celebrations, killing 12 and injuring 29. Australian police have classified the incident as a terrorist attack after discovering improvised explosive devices and are investigating potential accomplices while urging against retribution as the investigation continues.