ncluding some carrying smoke bombs and chanting anti-Israel slogans, gathered as crowds attended musical performances associated with the Jewish holiday. Dutch police intervened, detaining at least 22 people amid clashes with officers tasked with maintaining order. Authorities restricted access to the venue and forced several demonstrators away from the concert area. The Jerusalem Post Although organisers said the event was meant to celebrate Jewish culture and community, activists accused organisers of inappropriate ties to Israeli institutions. Police maintained a prominent presence to prevent escalation. The Times of Israel Deadly Terror Attack at Sydney’s Bondi Beach On the same day, Sydney, Australia, was rocked by a brutal terrorist attack targeting a large Hanukkah celebration at Bondi Beach. Armed assailants opened fire on crowds gathered for a “Chanukah by the Sea” event, which drew over 1,000 attendees. Law enforcement and hospital officials report dozens of casualties, with the death toll rising — including children and adults — and many more wounded. Multiple people remain hospitalized with serious injuries. Al Jazeera Australian authorities have declared the Bondi Beach shooting a terrorist incident with antisemitic motivations, and global leaders have condemned the violence. The Guardian International Reaction & Broader Context These incidents coincide with a significant surge in anti-Jewish hate crimes in recent months, according to independent reporting, fueling alarm among Jewish communities worldwide and prompting calls for heightened vigilance and protection of religious freedoms. The Guardian Dutch, Australian, and other international officials have issued condolences and reiterated commitments to safeguard civilians and freedom of worship. Security forces in both Europe and Australia are reportedly reassessing protective measures around cultural and religious events. Community Response Jewish and interfaith groups have expressed profound shock and sorrow over the Sydney tragedy and concern about rising tensions affecting community events such as the Amsterdam concert. Calls for unity, increased security, and condemnation of hate-motivated violence are spreading among leaders and civic organizations.