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As he continues to recover in hospital, video footage has emerged of Ahmed al Ahmed being presented with a $2.5million cheque for his heroic actions.

“You’re an absolute hero,” a man named Isaac tells Ahmed on the video posted to Instagram.

“I came here with news from around the world – 43,000 people they raised you $2.5 million.”

A surprised Ahmed responds: “And I deserve it?”

“Every penny,” Isaac tells him.

Ahmed said his actions last Sunday came “from the heart” – “to save lives”.

He recalled how happy everyone was in the moments before the attack.

“It was a nice day, everyone enjoying, celebrating with the kids… We’re not going to stand and keep watching. Enough is enough. God protect Australia.”