The Government condemned the attack carried out during a Hanukkah celebration and expressed its solidarity with the Jewish community
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The Argentine Government, led by President Javier Milei, strongly condemned the antisemitic terrorist attack that took place this Sunday in Sydney, Australia. This occurred during a celebration marking the beginning of the Jewish holiday of Hanukkah, and left at least 11 people dead and dozens injured.
Through an official statement released by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Argentine Republic expressed its strongest condemnation of the attack perpetrated against innocent civilians, in particular, against Jewish families who were gathered to celebrate one of the most significant holidays in the Hebrew calendar. The official statement emphasized that this was an act of violence motivated by hatred and intolerance.
Comunicado oficial del Gobierno condenando el ataque
In the document, dated Sunday, December 14, 2025, the national Government expressed its condolences to the families of the victims and its solidarity with the Jewish community. It also reaffirmed that antisemitism constitutes a serious threat to democratic coexistence and the essential values of free societies.
"Our country renews its commitment to the protection of religious communities and their freedom of belief, as well as to international cooperation to prevent, combat, and eradicate terrorism in all its forms", the official statement noted.
President Javier Milei's message
President Javier Milei also spoke publicly through his social media, where he described the event as a "horror". He also highlighted the symbolism of the attack, which occurred at the beginning of Hanukkah. In his message, the president emphasized the meaning of the holiday as the celebration of the victory of light over darkness and sent a message of encouragement.
Mensaje en X del Presidente Milei
The presidential response is part of a political stance maintained by the national Government, which has consistently expressed its support for religious freedom.
A terrorist attack during a religious celebration
The attack took place at Bondi Beach, one of the most popular tourist destinations in Sydney, while Jewish families were gathered to celebrate the beginning of Hanukkah. According to local authorities, at least two armed strikers participated in the attack, which was quickly classified as a "terrorist incident" by the New South Wales State Police.
Polícias en acción tras el ataque en la zona
Security forces shot and killed one of the assailants at the scene and arrested the second after a swift intervention. Meanwhile, emergency services assisted the victims and transported the injured to various hospitals in the city. The initial toll was at least 11 people dead and dozens injured.
A firm stance against terrorism and antisemitism
In its official statement, the Argentine Ministry of Foreign Affairs reiterated its absolute condemnation of all forms of terrorism, regardless of their motivation or location. At the same time, the country's commitment was renewed to international cooperation to prevent, combat, and eradicate violent extremism.
La postura del Presidente Milei frente a los ataques antisemitas es inquebrantable
Javier Milei's Government's position once again makes clear a firm alignment with the values of Western democracies. The defense of life and the unrestricted respect for freedom of worship are non-negotiable for a liberal government.
In the face of terrorist violence, Argentina reaffirms that there is no possible justification for religious hatred or for attacks against innocent civilians.
