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Twelve people are killed and dozens injured when gunmen open fire during a Jewish holiday event in Sydney bondi beach On Sunday, Australian officials said.
Here are comments from world leaders in the wake of the deadly shooting:
Anthony Albanese, Prime Minister of Australia
“It’s a targeted attack On Jewish Australians on the first day of hanukkahWhich should be a day of happiness, a celebration of faith.
“At this dark moment for our country, our police and security agencies are working to identify anyone connected to this outrage.”
Susan Leigh, Australian opposition leader
“Australians are in deep mourning tonight, as despicable violence is taking place in the heart of an iconic Australian community, a place we all know and love so well, Bondi.”
Keir Starmer, Prime Minister of Britain
“Extremely disturbing news from Australia. The United Kingdom extends its thoughts and condolences to all those affected by the horrific attack at Bondi Beach.”
Christopher Luxon, Prime Minister of New Zealand
“Australia and New Zealand are closer than friends, we are family. I am shocked by the tragic scenes in Bondi, where Kiwis come every day.”
“My thoughts, and the thoughts of all New Zealanders, are with those affected.”
Gideon Saar, Foreign Minister of Israel
“I am shocked by the deadly shooting at a Hanukkah event in Sydney, Australia.”
“These are the consequences of anti-Semitic violence on the streets of Australia over the past two years, including the anti-Semitism and inciting calls to ‘make the intifada global’ that have materialized today.”
Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission
“Shocked by the tragic attack on Bondi Beach. I offer my heartfelt condolences to the families and loved ones of the victims.”
“Europe stands with Australia and Jewish communities everywhere. We are united against violence, anti-Semitism and hatred.”
José Manuel Alberes, Foreign Minister of Spain
“Horrified by the terrorist attack against the Jewish community in Australia. My solidarity with the victims and their loved ones, the people and government of Australia.”
“Hatred, anti-Semitism and violence have no place in our society.”
Jonas Gahr Stoere, Prime Minister of Norway
“I am shocked by the horrific attack on Bondi Beach, Australia during a Jewish Hanukkah event.”
“I condemn this despicable act of terror in the strongest terms. My deepest condolences to all those affected by today’s tragic attack.”
Ulf Christerson, Prime Minister of Sweden
“Shocked by the attack targeting the Jewish community in Sydney.”
“My thoughts are with the victims and their families. Together we must fight the spread of anti-Semitism.”