Bondi beach was where her parents met – and where her father died defending his people
Summary
A royal commission in Australia is holding public hearings on antisemitism after a terrorist attack at Bondi Beach killed 15 people, including Reuven Morrison, who died defending others. Witnesses described their experiences of antisemitism and fear, highlighting growing concern about hatred against Jewish people in Australia.Key Facts
- Reuven Morrison died in an antisemitic attack at Bondi Beach in December 2025 while protecting others.
- He was one of 15 people shot by two Isis-inspired gunmen targeting a Jewish Hanukkah event.
- Morrison and his wife, both Jewish refugees, met at Bondi Beach and had strong ties to Australia.
- Witnesses to the royal commission shared stories of antisemitic abuse and feeling unsafe in public.
- The commission’s hearings focus on understanding antisemitism’s history, modern forms, and effects on Jewish Australians.
- Anonymized testimonies revealed concerns about rising antisemitism and its impact on community members’ sense of security and future in Australia.
- The royal commission is examining intelligence and security responses to the Bondi attack and plans further investigations.
- The hearings noted connections between spikes in antisemitism in Australia and international events in the Middle East.
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