Sydney: The US condemned Sunday's mass shooting at Bondi Beach in Sydney, Australia, where at least 11 people were killed and 29 others injured.
According to Anadolu Agency, US President Donald Trump described the attack as 'horrible' and 'purely antisemitic.' He commended Ahmed al Ahmed, who reportedly intervened in the attack and disarmed one of the suspects, calling Ahmed a 'very brave person.'
Secretary of State Marco Rubio expressed strong condemnation of the attack, stating, "Antisemitism has no place in this world. Our prayers are with the victims of this horrific attack, the Jewish community, and the people of Australia," through a post on the US social media platform, X.
Attorney General Pamela Bondi referred to the news as "heartbreaking," sending prayers to the affected community. FBI Director Kash Patel mentioned that he has been in contact with Australian officials and confirmed that the US is providing the requested assistance to Canberra.
The US Embassy in Australia also expressed condolences over the incident, stating, "We are heartbroken by reports of violence at Bondi Beach and offer our sincerest condolences to the families of the victims of this senseless act."
Earlier, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced at a press conference that the attack was targeted at Jewish Australians.