Ramsey Khalid Ismael (born September 26, 2000), popularly known by his alias Johnny Somali, is an American live streamer and self-proclaimed internet troll[2] known for his provocative and hostile behavior while traveling overseas.

His behavior has gotten him arrested or detained in different countries numerous times, including in Japan in 2023,[5] Israel in early 2024,[6] and South Korea in late 2024.

[22] In June 2023, Ismael went to Tokyo Disney Resort and played music with lyrics containing the phrase "atomic bomb" and recorded guests' reactions without their permission.

[29] On December 19, 2023, Ismael, who had been in custody since his second arrest, appeared at the Osaka District Court on the charge of conspiracy of obstruction of business.

[31] Ismael later admitted to lying in court to the judge and prosecutor, having previously claimed to have made no money from his videos.

[citation needed] On March 25, 2024, Ismael went to Tel Aviv, Israel, where he became involved in altercations with local Arab and Jewish people there.

[32] As a result of his stream, Ismael was suspended from Kick for a week due to inciting and promoting violent behavior.

[citation needed][33] On April 7, 2024, Ismael was detained at a protest in Tel Aviv for sexual harassment of a female police officer.

[37][38] On October 7, 2024, he kissed and performed lap dances on the Statue of Peace, a memorial that commemorates young comfort women (sex slaves for Japanese soldiers during World War II) though he later apologized for his actions, claiming he didn't know the significance of the statue.

[44] On November 6, Ismael uploaded an apology video in which he filmed next to the Statue of Peace, of which viewers doubted his sincerity.

[46] He was physically assaulted three times by various people, twice in Mapo District, and additionally by a man who reportedly came up to Ismael and said “Where are you going?” before striking him.

[47] On November 11, Ismael was indicted by the Seoul Southern District Prosecutors' Office on charges of "obstruction of business" over the October 17 incident at the convenience store.