What was the motivation behind the Bondi Beach attack?

Investigators allege the accused recorded a video outlining his motivation, which stemmed from religiously motivated extremist beliefs and condemnation of 'Zionists'.

Who were the alleged perpetrators of the Bondi Beach attack?

The alleged perpetrators were Naveed Akram and his father, Sajid Akram. Sajid was killed by police at the scene.

When did the Bondi Beach attack occur?

The attack occurred on December 14, targeting a Jewish Hanukkah celebration.

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Bondi Beach Terror Plot: Accused's Motivation Video Revealed

22 Dec

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Summary

Accused recorded video detailing motivation for planned attack on Jewish celebration.
Father and son allegedly conducted firearms training in rural Australia.
Attackers displayed extremist ideology and Islamic State flags at the scene.

Bondi Beach Terror Plot: Accused's Motivation Video Revealed

Authorities have uncovered a video recorded by Naveed Akram, the primary suspect in the deadly Bondi Beach attack, detailing his alleged motivation. This meticulously planned assault targeted a Jewish Hanukkah celebration on December 14, claiming 15 lives and injuring dozens. The video, along with other evidence from Akram's mobile phone, indicates he and his father, Sajid Akram, harbored religiously motivated extremist beliefs.

Further investigation revealed footage from October 2025 depicting Naveed and Sajid Akram engaging in firearms training in the Australian countryside. Police allege the pair parked their vehicle near the attack site, displaying Islamic State flags, before deploying firearms and explosive devices into a crowd of over 1,000 people. While the pipe bombs did not detonate, they were assessed as viable.