Australian Prime Minister Albanese proposes ‘tougher gun laws’
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said on Monday that his government was considering tougher gun laws after the Bondi beach shooting.
The laws under consideration by the center-left government include limiting the number of guns used or licensed by individuals, and periodically reviewing gun licenses.
“The government is prepared to take whatever action is necessary. Included in that is the need for tougher gun laws,” Albanese said.
Earlier, Australian police said that one of the gunmen was licensed to hold six firearms.
“People’s circumstances can change. People can be radicalized over a period of time. Licenses should not be in perpetuity,” Albanese added.
Heightened security at Hanukkah events in major cities
Security presence was bolstered at Hanukkah events in major cities around the world, following Sunday’s deadly mass shooting.
Cities including Berlin, London and New York stepped up security measures in the wake of the attack in Sydney.
“We have long planned comprehensive security for tonight’s Hanukkah event at the Brandenburg Gate — in light of the events in Sydney, we will further intensify our measures and maintain a strong police presence there,” the Berlin police said on X.
Auch wenn es derzeit nach dem mutmaßlichen Anschlag in Australien 🇦🇺 keine konkreten Hinweise auf eine Gefährdung für Berlin gibt, bleiben wir wachsam und aufmerksam.
Die Polizei Berlin steht in engem Austausch mit den Sicherheitsbehörden von Bund und Ländern und passt ihre… pic.twitter.com/71RkC6X3FW— Polizei Berlin (@polizeiberlin) December 14, 2025
London’s Metropolitan Police said there would be an “increased presence around synagogues and other community venues at this important time.”
In a statement, the Met said that while there was no information to suggest a link between the attack in Sydney and any threat level in London, they would still be stepping up presence.
📰 | Statement following attack in Sydney earlier today. pic.twitter.com/nSc2cHiJ1A
— Metropolitan Police (@metpoliceuk) December 14, 2025
New York police also said they would also be bolstering police presence.
“While there is currently no specific or credible threat to Hanukkah celebrations here, the NYPD will be out in full force at events and synagogues so that our communities can gather safely,” the NYPD said on X.
As Jews across New York City welcome the first night of Hanukkah, we want to wish everyone a wonderful holiday.
The story of Hanukkah is an important reminder of the power of light over darkness, and that message is especially significant today.
While there is currently no… pic.twitter.com/WlImSvHEAB
— NYPD NEWS (@NYPDnews) December 14, 2025
Man who disarmed Bondi gunman recovering after surgery, say family
The family of the man who was filmed wrestling a firearm away from one of the Bondi gunmen told local media that he is recovering after surgery.
The man — identified by local media as Ahmed al Ahmed, a 43-year-old fruit shop owner — was filmed charging at one of the gunmen and disarming him.
He underwent surgery for bullet wounds to his arm and hands.
Ahmed’s cousin Mustafa told broadcaster, 7News Australia, that doctors had informed the family that Ahmed was in a stable condition, following surgery.
“He is a hero, he is a hundred percent hero,” Mustafa said. “Still he is in the hospital and we don’t know exactly what’s going on inside … but we hope he will be fine.”
A GoFundMe campaign has been set up for Ahmed with just over A$200,000 ($132,900, €113,338) raised in a few hours.
Source : https://www.dw.com/en/australia-16-dead-in-shooting-at-sydneys-bondi-beach/live-75150353
