Al Ahmed, a Syrian-Australian Muslim shop owner, has received international praise for disarming one of two gunmen accused of perpetrating the Dec. 14 mass shooting. (X)
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Firstpost29-12-2025, 15:31

Bondi Hero Ahmed al-Ahmed Recounts Bravery: "My Target Was Just to Take the Gun"

  • Ahmed al-Ahmed, hailed as a hero, publicly spoke about confronting a gunman during the deadly Bondi Beach shooting on December 14.
  • He tackled an attacker, wrestling the weapon away, stating his goal was "just to take the gun" to prevent further killings.
  • Despite being shot multiple times, al-Ahmed's instinctive reaction was to protect innocent people, not his own safety.
  • He saved many lives but expressed deep sorrow for those lost in the attack.
  • Al-Ahmed is recovering from multiple surgeries and has received praise from NSW Premier Chris Minns and PM Anthony Albanese for his "incredible bravery."

Why It Matters: Ahmed al-Ahmed's selfless act of confronting a gunman saved lives, embodying extraordinary courage amidst tragedy.

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