Understanding Hanukkah: The Jewish Festival of Lights Targeted in Sydney Terrorist Attack

Dec 15, 2025 04:12 pm CST

This article explains the significance of Hanukkah, the eight-day Jewish Festival of Lights, in the context of the tragic terrorist attack at Sydney's Bondi Beach that claimed at least 15 lives during a "Chanukah by the Sea" celebration. It details the holiday's historical origins, traditional observances including menorah lighting and special foods, and provides information about the community event that was targeted by the father-son attackers identified as Sajid and Naveed Akram.