14.12.2025 18:10
Images that emerged from the attack during the Hanukkah celebration at Bondi Beach in Sydney, Australia, where 16 people lost their lives, have captured global attention. The footage shows moments when a grocer named Ahmed el Ahmed quietly approached and subdued the armed assailant from behind. U.S. President Donald Trump, who did not remain indifferent to the images, stated, "I respect this brave man."
The attempted armed attack during the Hanukkah event held at the world-famous Bondi Beach in Sydney, New South Wales (NSW), Australia, was thwarted by the quick intervention of a civilian.
THREW HIMSELF INTO DANGER
Moments were captured on camera showing a person running up from behind and tackling one of the attackers, disarming him by taking away his shotgun. The individual who jumped on one of the attackers and saved many lives has been identified as a greengrocer named Ahmed el Ahmed.
RUSHED TO HOSPITAL
It was reported that 43-year-old Ahmed el Ahmed was shot twice during the attack and was taken to the hospital for treatment. Ahmed el Ahmed's cousin Mustafa stated in an interview with 7News at the hospital that his cousin would undergo surgery that night. Mustafa mentioned that Ahmed el Ahmed, a father of two, had no experience with firearms.
MADE HEADLINES WORLDWIDE
As the moments of Ahmed el Ahmed's intervention became a topic of discussion in the Australian media and public, footage of the incident is being widely shared on social media. Australians have described Ahmed's intervention as a heroic act.
ARMED ATTACK IN AUSTRALIA
An armed attack had taken place at Bondi Beach in Sydney, New South Wales (NSW), Australia. In the attack, 11 people lost their lives, and 29 others, including 2 police officers, were injured. It was reported that one of the suspects was killed, while another injured suspect was taken into custody.
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese stated in a press conference that the attack was aimed at Jewish Australians. Representatives of the Muslim community in Australia condemned the attack, expressing their solidarity with those affected and their families.