Statement
The Armenian National Committee of Australia (ANC-AU) unequivocally condemns the appalling act of terrorism that occurred at Bondi Beach on 14 December 2025, which has tragically claimed the lives of 16 people so far and affected countless others in Sydney and across Australia.
The entire nation has been shaken by such senseless violence and callous disregard for human life. Such acts strike at the very fabric of our shared humanity and leave lasting pain across communities.
We stand united in rejecting hatred, violence, and extremism in all its forms. No one should ever be targeted for their faith or ethnicity, including members of the Jewish-Australian community who were marking Hanukkah, the Festival of Light. We stand in unwavering solidarity with them and with all communities facing hatred and intolerance.
What we witnessed last night was a dark chapter in Australian history, however, the enduring message of Hanukkah reminds us that light will overcome darkness, that good will prevail over evil, and that hope, resilience and humanity will ultimately triumph.
Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone affected by this tragedy. Those who have lost family members and friends, those who witnessed these horrific acts, and those in the surrounding community who are struggling to comprehend how such violence could occur here in Australia.
Australia’s multicultural fabric is one of our greatest strengths, yet it is also fragile and must be protected. The Armenian-Australian community remains steadfast in its commitment to defending, nurturing, and strengthening this fabric every day, working to ensure it continues to prosper through mutual respect, understanding, and unity.
