Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced plans to strengthen the nation’s already strict gun laws following the December 14, 2025, mass shooting at Bondi Beach, Sydney. The attack, which targeted a Hanukkah celebration, left 15 dead—including both perpetrators—and injured over 40 others.

Albanese indicated that new measures could include additional firearm restrictions, more rigorous license reviews, and enhanced monitoring of gun ownership. The announcement underscores the government’s response to what has been described as Australia’s deadliest mass shooting since the 1996 Port Arthur massacre, despite the country’s historically stringent firearm controls.

Authorities confirmed the attack was motivated by antisemitism, carried out by a father-son duo. The incident has intensified national discussions on public safety, radicalization, and targeted violence against minority communities, prompting calls for both security measures and preventive programs. The proposed reforms are expected to undergo parliamentary review in the coming months.