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Hero Disarms Terrorist: Global Recognition for Ahmed Al-Ahmed

1/10/2026

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House Speaker Mike Johnson met Ahmed Al-Ahmed, the hero who disarmed a terrorist during a Hanukkah event shooting in Sydney, Australia.
Johnson praised Al-Ahmed's bravery on social media.
Ahmed Al-Ahmed, who was shot during the attack, is recovering and has gained global recognition.
A GoFundMe campaign raised over $2.6 million.
He was honored at a Colel Chabad event, where billionaire Bill Ackman presented him a menorah award.

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House Speaker Mike Johnson met Ahmed Al-Ahmed, the hero who disarmed a terrorist during a Hanukkah event shooting in Sydney, Australia.
Johnson praised Al-Ahmed's bravery on social media.
Ahmed Al-Ahmed, who was shot during the attack, is recovering and has gained global recognition.
A GoFundMe campaign raised over $2.6 million.
He was honored at a Colel Chabad event, where billionaire Bill Ackman presented him a menorah award.