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Syrian Hero Saves Lives, Honored at Ashes Test
1/4/2026
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Story summary
- Ahmed al-Ahmed, a Syrian-born hero, disarmed a gunman during the Bondi Beach terrorist attack, saving many lives.
- He was honored at the Sydney Cricket Ground during the final Test of the Ashes series.
- Chaya Dadon, 14, was injured while protecting children.
- More than 43,000 people donated $2.5 million to support Ahmed al-Ahmed.
- NSW Premier Chris Minns and Prime Minister Anthony Albanese visited him, calling him a "real-life hero."
