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On Monday evening, the iconic sails of the Sydney Opera House were illuminated with the glow of a Hanukkah menorah. This poignant display was a tribute to honor the victims of recent tragic events.
An organizer of the event stated, “By lighting the menorah, we aim to illuminate our hearts and dispel the surrounding darkness.”
Meanwhile, in Melbourne’s Federation Square, a menorah stood with three candles lit during the “Chanukah — Pillars of Light” public gathering, symbolizing hope and solidarity.
In Sydney’s eastern suburb of Bondi, a large crowd gathered at the Chabad Bondi synagogue for a prayer vigil. This synagogue is a spiritual home to many affected by the tragic incident on Sunday.
“We will not be silenced and we will not give in to fear.”
Neither of the men were on ASIO’s radar immediately before the shooting, Albanese told the ABC’s 7.30 program after being briefed by the spy agency’s director-general.
