At least 15 people were killed in a terror attack on Sunday targeting the Jewish community celebrating the first night of Hannukah at Sydney’s famed Bondi Beach.

The Jewish community of Sydney, Australia​ has deep connections to the Tri-State Area. Many on Long Island spoke fondly on Monday victims they knew.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said two gunmen who killed 15 people at a Jewish holiday celebration were motivated by the Islamic State.

Police said around 1,000 people had attended the Jewish celebration, which was held in a small park off the beach.

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The deadly terror attack at Bondi Beach in Sydney comes amid a significant spike in antisemitic rhetoric and attacks in Australia.

For years, Australia has been held up as a model to prevent mass shootings. Sunday’s attack at Sydney’s Bondi Beach has challenged that notion. CNN’s Angus Watson reports from a vigil held for the victims of the attack.

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has proposed tougher national gun laws after a mass shooting in Sydney.