Bondi Attack And The Case For Global Action Against Afghan-Based Terrorism – OpEd |
The December 2025 mass shooting at Bondi Beach in Sydney, where gunmen opened fire during a Hanukkah celebration, was a shocking act of violence that reverberated far beyond Australia’s shores. The incident not only transformed what should have been a joyful public gathering into a scene of horror, but also reinvigorated global concern over the transnational threat of terrorism, especially linkages to extremist ideologies and networks rooted in conflict zones such as Afghanistan. The attack underscores the need for coordinated international action against terror groups operating with impunity across borders. The National News
On 14 December 2025, two gunmen opened fire on crowds attending an outdoor Hanukkah event on Bondi Beach, killing at least 15 people and wounding dozens more. Law enforcement quickly classified the incident as a terrorist attack inspired by Islamic State ideology after evidence emerged — including improvised explosive devices and ISIS flags found near the scene — connecting the perpetrators’ motivations to extremist thought. The National News
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese publicly stated that initial investigations indicated the attack was driven by “Islamic State ideology,” reflecting a broader pattern of militant influence on lone actors far from traditional theaters of conflict. A News
Authorities identified the assailants as a father and son,........