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Bondi Beach shooters likely driven by 'IS' ideology

Craig Crowther
December 16, 2025

The suspects in Australia's Bondi Beach shooting reportedly had received military training in the Philippines. Meanwhile, footage has emerged of a couple confronting an attacker. Warning: Some images may be distressing.

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Two gunmen opened fire during a Hanukkah celebration at Sydney's Bondi Beach, killing an elderly couple who tried to intervene. Another man, Ahmed al Ahmed, disarmed one attacker despite being shot; a fundraiser for him has raised over $1 million (€850,000).

Authorities suspect "IS"-inspired terrorism, citing Islamic State flags and recent military-style training in the Philippines.

Australia's government vowed tougher gun laws and launched a counterterrorism task force.

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