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Bondi Hero Gefen Bitton Receives Residency After Attack

1/8/2026

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Gefen Bitton, critically injured in the Bondi attack, will return to Israel for further treatment.
His condition has improved after eight surgeries.
Australian authorities granted him permanent residency in recognition of his bravery during the attack.
Bitton confronted the gunmen while aiding Syrian immigrant Ahmed al-Ahmed.
Local Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke praised Bitton as a hero, noting that confusion over his identity delayed updates to friends and family.

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Gefen Bitton, critically injured in the Bondi attack, will return to Israel for further treatment.
His condition has improved after eight surgeries.
Australian authorities granted him permanent residency in recognition of his bravery during the attack.
Bitton confronted the gunmen while aiding Syrian immigrant Ahmed al-Ahmed.
Local Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke praised Bitton as a hero, noting that confusion over his identity delayed updates to friends and family.