Ahmed al Ahmed, a Syrian Australian shop owner, is being hailed as a national hero after he tackled and disarmed one of two gunmen during a deadly attack near Bondi Beach. The massacre, which targeted Jews celebrating Hanukkah, left 15 people dead and shook the nation. Al Ahmed, who was shot multiple times while intervening, has received widespread praise from leaders and the public, with millions of dollars raised to support his recovery. Acts of bravery by al Ahmed and others have become symbols of hope and unity in the aftermath of one of Australia's darkest days.