Australia’s federal police commissioner Krissy Barrett says a mass shooting in which 15 people were killed during a Hanukkah celebration at Sydney’s Bondi Beach was “a terrorist attack inspired by Islamic State.

SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - What began as a day meant to celebrate a miracle of faith was stained by tragedy when a mass shooting broke out during an event called “Hanukkah by the Sea” at Bondi Beach Sunday evening in Sydney, Australia and first thing in the morning in Florida.

At least 15 people were killed at a Jewish gathering on Australia's Bondi Beach, according to Australian government officials and police. One of two gunmen was also dead.

Australia is vowing to enact tougher gun controls after a targeted Hanukkah shooting at Bondi Beach leaves 15 dead and many people injured.

In Little Rock, a Hanukkah car menorah parade unites diverse communities, honoring resilience and defying tragedy after a devastating attack in Australia.

Ashton Kutcher has reflected on his journey from being a Catholic to embracing Judaism while celebrating Hanukkah with his wife, Mila Kunis.

Reuven Morrison was one of the people who was killed on Sydney's Bondi Beach during a mass shooting during a Hanukkah celebration on Sunday. His daughter, Sheina Gutnick, daughter said he died as a hero, throwing a brick at one of the shooters, trying to protect others. "If… pic.twitter.com/dtLGgqPQRQ

A woman tells the BBC she acted as a "human shield" for her baby during the deadly attack on the Jewish community in Sydney.