Global Cities Tighten Security for Hanukkah After Sydney Attack
In the wake of the deadly mass shooting at a Hanukkah celebration on Sydney’s Bondi Beach, cities across the world are stepping up security measures to protect Jewish communities during the holiday. The attack, described by Australian officials as an act of antisemitic terrorism, left multiple people dead and dozens wounded, sending shockwaves through Jewish communities worldwide. Authorities in New York, Los Angeles, London, Berlin, Dublin, and Warsaw have announced increased police presence at synagogues, menorah lightings, and public Hanukkah events. In New York City, the NYPD confirmed that while there is no direct threat locally, additional officers are being deployed “out of an abundance of caution.” London police similarly pledged heightened patrols, while Berlin intensified security around the Brandenburg Gate, where a large menorah lighting ceremony was held. In Ireland, Gardaí have increased patrols at Jewish community centers and events, with senior officials meeting religio...
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