Bondi Beach shooting: World reacts to terror attack with at least 11 confirmed dead

Twelve people were killed and dozens wounded when gunmen opened fire during a Jewish holiday event at Sydney's Bondi Beach on Sunday, Australian officials said.

Following are comments from world leaders in the wake of the deadly shooting:

"This is a targeted attack on Jewish Australians on the first day of Hanukkah, which should be a day of joy, a celebration of faith.

"At this dark moment for our nation, our police and security agencies are working to determine anyone associated with this outrage."

"Australians are in deep mourning tonight, with hateful violence striking at the heart of an iconic Australian community, a place we all know so well and love, Bondi."

“Deeply distressing news from Australia. The United Kingdom sends our thoughts and condolences to everyone affected by the appalling attack in Bondi Beach."

The King said he was “appalled and saddened by the most dreadful antisemitic terrorist attack” at Bondi Beach in Sydney.

“My wife and I are appalled and saddened by the most dreadful antisemitic terrorist attack on Jewish people attending the Chanukah celebration at Bondi Beach,” his statement said.

“Our hearts go out to everyone who has been affected so dreadfully, including the police officers who were injured while protecting members of their community.

“We commend the police, emergency services and members of the public whose heroic actions no doubt prevented even greater horror and tragedy.

“In times of hurt, Australians always rally together in unity and resolve. I know that the spirit of community and love that shines so brightly in Australia – and the light at the heart of the Chanukah festival – will always triumph over the darkness of such evil.”

The Prince and Princess of Wales have said their thoughts are with every Australian following a mass shooting at Bondi Beach, in a personal message signed by William and Kate.

“Our thoughts are with every Australian today following the terrible attack at Bondi Beach.

“We extend our deepest condolences to the families and friends of those who have lost their lives and stand with the Jewish community in grief.

“We are also thinking about the bravery of the emergency responders, particularly the two injured officers. W & C”

"Australia and New Zealand are closer than friends, we're family. I am shocked by the distressing scenes at Bondi, a place that Kiwis visit every day."

"My thoughts, and the thoughts of all New Zealanders, are with those affected."

Netanyahu said the shooting was "cold blooded murder" and that antisemitism "spreads when leaders stay silent."

"You must replace weakness with action," he said.

"I'm appalled by the murderous shooting attack at a Hanukkah event in Sydney, Australia."

"These are the results of the anti-Semitic rampage in the streets of Australia over the past two years, with the anti-Semitic and inciting calls of 'Globalise the Intifada' that were realized today."

"Shocked by the tragic attack at Bondi Beach. I send my heartfelt condolences to the families and loved ones of the victims."

"Europe stands with Australia and Jewish communities everywhere. We are united against violence, antisemitism and hatred."

"Horrified by the terrorist attack in Australia against the Jewish community. My solidarity with the victims and their loved ones, with the people and government of Australia."

"Hate, antisemitism, and violence have no place in our societies."

"I am shocked by the horrific attack at Bondi Beach, Australia, during a Jewish Hanukkah event."

"I condemn this despicable act of terror in the strongest possible terms. My deepest condolences to all those affected by today’s tragic attack."

"Appalled by the attack in Sydney, targeted against the Jewish community."

"My thoughts are with the victims and their families. Together, we must fight the spread of antisemitism."