SYDNEY: Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Tuesday praised Ahmed al Ahmed as an Australian hero for his bravery during the Bondi Beach terror attack.
In a post on X, the Prime Minister wrote: “Ahmed, you are an Australian hero. You put yourself at risk to save others, running towards danger on Bondi Beach and disarming a terrorist. In the worst of times, we see the best of Australians. And that’s exactly what we saw on Sunday night. On behalf of every Australian, I say thank you.”
Albanese further emphasised the strength and resilience of the nation, stating: “We are a brave country, Al Ahmed represents the best of our country. We will not allow this country to be divided. That is what the terrorists seek. We will unite and embrace each other, and we will get through this.”
The Prime Minister’s statements come in the aftermath of the shocking terror incident at Bondi Beach, where armed attackers targeted a crowded area, putting the lives of locals and tourists at risk.