Ahmed al Ahmed, celebrated for his bravery during the Bondi terror attack, recently captivated millions of American TV viewers with his recount of the incident. He shared his experience of confronting one of the suspected gunmen.
During a CNN interview, the 43-year-old passionately expressed his desire to protect those in danger and save as many lives as possible.
“I acted out of humanity,” he explained.
“Taking five bullets is worth it to save lives. I offer my blood for my country, Australia, and for people everywhere.”
Joining him on US television was Rabbi Yehoram Ulman, the father-in-law of Rabbi Eli Schlanger, who tragically lost his life in the attack.
Originally from Syria, Ahmed has been hailed as a hero after footage of him courageously wrestling and disarming the gunman gained widespread attention.
Ahmed, who was shot multiple times, is in the US receiving specialist treatment for his injuries.
The father-of-two was also the guest of honour at the annual Colel Chabad awards in New York.
Outside of the major Jewish gala, where he was honoured for his actions during the Bondi terror attack, Ahmed told 9News he would risk his life to save others again.
“I spilled my blood for Australia and humanity,” he told 9News before the event.
“All human beings and I would do it anywhere in the world.”
Earlier on the trip he joined leaders of New York’s Jewish community, visiting the burial site of the late leader of the Chabad movement in New York.
Ahmed is now bound for Washington DC, where he hopes to meet the US President.Â
Following the Bondi terror attack, Ahmed spent two weeks in St George Hospital in Sydney’s south and underwent surgery for gunshot wounds.
