The National Security Council on Sunday released new precautions for Israelis abroad, shortly after the Bondi Beach mass shooting, which claimed 15 lives at a Hanukkah party.
"History has taught us that it is possible that terror supporters will try to carry out copycat attacks, inspired by this event," the NSC stated.
The guidelines caution against attending unsecured public events, including Hanukkah parties, Chabad houses, and synagogues. They also remind Israelis to remain vigilant and to report suspicious individuals or objects to local security authorities.
The Bondi Beach terror attack
The updated public safety guidelines are a response to the attack in Bondi Beach, in which a father and son attacked a Hanukkah celebration put on by the local Chabad.
In addition to the at least 15 people murdered, at least 40 others were hospitalized, including two police officers.
Among the dead are British-born Chabad Rabbi Eli Schlanger, Holocaust survivor Alex Kleytman, French national Daniel Elkayam, community member Reuven Morrison, a 10-year-old girl named Matilda, 78-year-old Tibor Weitzen, and an Israeli citizen.