“Georgia stands in solidarity with Australia, Jewish communities against violence, antisemitism”: Georgian FM offers condolences after Bondi Beach Hanukkah shooting

Georgian Foreign Minister Maka Botchorishvili on Sunday extended her heartfelt condolences to the families and loved ones of the victims of the tragic shooting at Bondi Beach during Hanukkah.

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“Truly shocking news from Australia. Deeply saddened by the tragic shooting at Bondi Beach during Hanukkah. I extend my heartfelt condolences to the families and loved ones of the victims. Georgia stands in solidarity with Australia and Jewish communities against violence and antisemitism”, Botchorishvili said in a social media message.

At least 16 people, including one of two alleged gunmen, were killed and dozens injured on Sunday after a shooting at Sydney’s Bondi Beach targeting the Jewish community gathered to celebrate the beginning of Hanukkah in what Australian authorities declared a terrorist attack.