Adam Mahdi

Adam Mahdi is a restaurateur in Stockholm who became the center of controversy after a viral video in which he expressed hostility towards Israelis, stating they were not welcome at his restaurant. His comments sparked significant backlash, leading to calls for a boycott of his establishment and multiple complaints filed against him for discrimination. Mahdi later expressed regret over his remarks, emphasizing that his anger was directed at Israeli government policies rather than individuals. Originally from Saudi Arabia and having lived in Gaza, Mahdi moved to Sweden in 2013 and has since expressed his admiration for the country.