Loved ones grieve as Bondi accused charged with murder

Loved ones grieve as Bondi accused charged with murder

The devastation inflicted on Australia's Jewish community has been palpable at funerals for the Bondi victims, as an alleged terrorist is charged with murder.

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Wednesday, December 17, 2025

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