Bondi Beach death toll rises to 16 after horror terror attack at Jewish event

At least 16 people were killed in a horror attack in the Bondi Beach area, Australia, on Sunday morning. Officials in Australia have declared the incident a terror attack during a press conference. Officials said a total of 40 people were taken to hospital - including two police officers and a child.

The attack, involving at least two gunmen, targeted a Jewish event in the area, at which many gathered to celebrate the beginning of Hanukkah. One suspected attacker has died, while another is in police custody, officials said.

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