Australian-born Queen of Denmark issues statement after 15 killed in terror attack at Bondi Beach
One of the attackers was killed at the scene, while another was seriously injured
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Australian-born Queen Mary and her husband, King Frederik, have sent their "heartfelt condolences" to Australia and the Jewish community following the Bondi Beach shooting.
At least 15 people were killed in an antisemitic terror attack at a "Chanukah by the Sea" event, where one gunman was killed at the scene, and another was taken to the hospital.
The King and Queen of Denmark have joined a series of world leaders responding to the tragedy.
Queen Mary and King Frederik said: "We and the people of Denmark are profoundly saddened by the tragic news of the terror attack at Bondi Beach.
Queen Mary and King Frederik sent their 'heartfelt condolences' | GETTY"We extend our deepest and most heartfelt condolences to all those affected, their loved ones, the people of Australia and the Jewish community."
Bondi has long held a special place for the Danish royal family.
The royal couple have visited the hotspot with their children during family holidays in Australia.
Queen Mary, formerly known as Mary Donaldson, grew up in Tasmania and spent 28 years of her life in Australia before she moved to Denmark upon marrying Frederik.

The royals shared the message on social media
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Their message follows King Charles and Queen Camilla, sharing their own message of support.
Taking to social media, the King said: "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.
"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.
One of the gunmen died at the scene, while another was shot and remains in custody | XThe message continued: "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 also sent their "deepest condolences".
Prince William and Princess Kate wrote: "Our thoughts are with every Australian today following the terrible attack at Bondi Beach.

Remarkable footage online showed hero, Ahmed al Ahmed, wrestling a gun off one of the attackers
| X"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."
At least 27 people are still receiving medical treatment, as crowds of several hundred descended on the Bondi Pavilion to lay wreaths and bouquets of flowers.
Ahmed al Ahmed, 43, who bravely wrestled a gun from one of the alleged shooters, has undergone surgery and has received more than $1.4million in donations.
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