Australian PM Honors Hero Who Disarmed Gunman in Deadly Bondi Beach Attack

Dec 16, 2025 12:46 pm CST

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese visited Ahmed al Ahmed in hospital, praising him as a national hero for disarming a gunman during the deadly Bondi Beach attack. Despite suffering multiple gunshot wounds, Ahmed's brave actions during the Hanukkah celebration shooting saved countless lives and have united Australians in a powerful display of courage against terrorism.