Fundraising Campaign in Sydney Raises $1.5 Million for Hero Ahmad Al-Ahmad

The Jewish community in Sydney has initiated a fundraising campaign to honor Ahmad Al-Ahmad, a young Syrian who successfully disarmed an attacker at Bondi Beach last Sunday, preventing a potential tragedy.

The campaign has raised approximately $1.5 million, reflecting widespread recognition of Al-Ahmad's heroic actions that averted greater harm.

In Syria, Al-Ahmad's family expressed their pride in his bravery, stating, "Ahmad is a hero whom we are proud of, and Syria as a whole takes pride in him."

This act is viewed as a testament to individual courage, valued both locally and internationally, as Al-Ahmad's actions helped save lives and mitigate the escalation of the attack.