The deadly Bondi Beach terror attack during Hanukkah celebrations left many killed and injured, but countless lives were saved by the bravery of one man. Ahmed al Ahmed, a 43-year-old Sydney shop owner and father of two, charged an armed attacker after seeing people being shot, believing he might die but acting anyway. Footage shows him sneaking behind cars, tackling the gunman, and disarming him—despite being shot multiple times.
Now recovering in hospital, Ahmed has been hailed as a national hero by Australian leaders and the public. His family said he acted out of pure humanity, later recalling his words: “God gave me strength.” A fundraiser in his name has raised over $1 million AUD, honoring a man whose courage turned terror into hope.