Zelensky says 'terror must never prevail' after mass shooting in Australia kills at least 12

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The Kyiv Independent news desk Dec 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Zelensky says 'terror must never prevail' after mass shooting in Australia kills at least 12
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President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed solidarity with Australia following a terrorist attack in eastern Sydney on Dec. 14, which targeted the Jewish community, killing at least 12 people and injuring 29 others.

The shooting took place at Bondi Beach as hundreds gathered to celebrate the first day of Hanukkah, the Jewish festival of light. Released footage purported to show two gunmen firing from a pedestrian bridge.

One suspect has been killed, while another is in custody, ABC reported. The incident has been classified as a terrorist attack.

"We express condolences to the families and loved ones of those killed and wish a swift and full recovery to all those who were wounded," Zelensky wrote on X.

"Terror and hatred must never prevail — they must be defeated everywhere and every time."