Trump Condemns Radical Islamic Terrorism at White House Hanukkah Event Following Deadly Sydney Antisemitic Attack

Dec 17, 2025 11:12 am CST

President Donald Trump expressed solidarity with Australia and condemned radical Islamic terrorism during a White House Hanukkah celebration following an IS-inspired attack at Sydney's Bondi Beach that killed 15 people. The incident has prompted Australian officials to consider strengthening the country's gun laws in what would be the most significant firearms reform since 1996.