JAKARTA - The Government of the Republic of Indonesia through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs strongly condemns the mass shooting that occurred in Australia, expressing condolences to the Kangaroo State Government and the families of the victims.
"The Government of the Republic of Indonesia strongly condemns the acts of violence that occurred on Bondi Beach, Sydney, on December 14, 2025, which resulted in casualties and injuries," tweeted the Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs on the X social media account, Monday (15/12).
At least 15 people were killed in a mass shooting at a Jewish event on Sydney's Bondi Beach on Sunday.
The local police said in a press statement on Monday that the suspect in the shooting was a father (50) and his son (24). The father was killed at the scene, while his son was critically ill in hospital, reported by Reuters.
Australian police said the Hanukkah event was attended by about 1,000 people. As a result of the shooting, 40 people are still being treated, including two police officers.
"Our deepest condolences to the families and friends of the victims, and we also pray for the victims who were injured," wrote the Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
"Indonesia expresses its solidarity with the Government and people of Australia in this difficult time," the ministry added.
Authorities said they believed only two attackers were involved in the incident after previously saying they were checking if a third perpetrator was involved.
Police investigations are ongoing and the number of police has been increased in Jewish communities.
Yesterday, the KJRI Sydney said there was no official information confirming that there were Indonesian citizens affected.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs through the KJRI Sydney has closely observed this incident and continues to coordinate closely with local authorities to monitor the development of the situation.
The Indonesian Consulate in Sydney urged Indonesian citizens in the NSW region to remain vigilant, avoid the location of the incident and follow the instructions of the Australian authorities.
Indonesian citizens are also urged to immediately contact the KJRI Sydney Hotline through the phone number +61 434 544 478 if they need assistance or have information related to it.
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