Summary
Australia is holding a national day of mourning for the victims of a mass shooting at Bondi Beach, where two gunmen killed 15 people at a Jewish event. Memorial services and light installations will honor the victims and those who helped during the attack. The Australian government is responding with tougher gun laws and a royal commission on anti-Semitism.
Key Facts
- A national day of mourning is taking place in Australia for the Bondi Beach shooting victims.
- The shooting occurred during a Jewish celebration on December 14, resulting in 15 deaths.
- Flags will fly at half-staff, and there will be a moment of silence across Australia.
- Memorials will occur at the Sydney Opera House and Bondi’s Chabad House.
- Most victims were Jewish, and the memorial theme is “Light will win.”
- The government will display light installations in Canberra and other cities.
- The attack was the deadliest of its kind in Australia in 30 years.
- The government is enacting tougher gun laws and investigating anti-Semitism and hate crimes.
