Al Ahmed earned international recognition for his extraordinary courage during the 2025 Bondi Beach attack when he risked his life to confront one of the terrorists. In a moment of breathtaking bravery, he approached Sajid Akram from behind and disarmed him before being shot and wounded.
His actions are widely credited with saving many lives.
But this story is not only about one man’s heroism — it is also about the power of community, shared values, and moral courage that binds us together.
The prayer at the Ohel (the grave of the Lubavitche Rebbe in New York is a profound symbol of unity, gratitude, and resilience: a Muslim hero standing alongside a Jewish leader at one of Judaism’s most sacred sites.
It was a reminder that in the face of terror, our shared humanity is stronger than hatred, and that acts of courage and moral clarity can transcend faith, background, and difference — and bring communities together when it matters most.