Inquiry into antisemitic attack that left 15 dead in Sydney recommends gun reform
A government inquiry into an antisemitic attack that killed 15 people at a Jewish festival in Sydney in December 2025 has recommended nationwide gun law reforms. The report, released by the Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion, links the attack to rising antisemitism in Australia, particularly since the Israel-Hamas war began in 2023. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese affirmed the federal government's commitment to implementing the report's recommendations related to federal authority, including a proposed gun buyback and tighter licensing rules.
- ▪The Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion recommended nationally consistent gun laws and a gun buyback following the December 2025 attack at a Hanukkah celebration in Bondi Beach.
- ▪The attackers, Sajid and Naveed Akram, used legally owned firearms, and under proposed reforms, Sajid would have been ineligible for a gun license as a non-citizen.
- ▪The report identified a sharp rise in antisemitic incidents in Australia since October 7, 2023, and noted that the U.S. and Israel’s February 2026 attack on Iran likely increased risks to the Australian Jewish community.
- ▪Fifteen people were killed and 40 injured in the attack, with Sajid Akram killed at the scene and Naveed Akram charged with terrorism, murder, and attempted murder.
- ▪The Australian government has allocated 102 million Australian dollars to enhance security at Jewish institutions, including synagogues and schools.
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onInquiry into antisemitic attack that left 15 dead in Sydney recommends gun reformA government inquiry into a rise in antisemitism across Australia before two gunmen believed to be inspired by the Islamic State group allegedly killed 15 people at a Sydney Jewish festival in December has recommended that authorities prioritize gun re...ByROD MCGUIRK Associated PressApril 30, 2026, 12:45 AM1:24Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese holds up the report on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion during a press conference at the Commonwealth Parliamentary Offices in Sydney, Thursday, April 30, 2026.
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