This Is 'What Globalize' the Intifada Looks Like
Summary
An attempted hijacking occurred on a FlyDubai flight to Tel Aviv, where the Omani co-pilot attacked the captain with an axe, causing the plane to lose altitude rapidly. The captain and passengers managed to regain control, and the flight landed safely in Saudi Arabia, with the co-pilot arrested. Israeli and U.S. officials describe the act as terrorism linked to Islamist radicalization.Key Facts
- The incident happened on FlyDubai Flight FZ1073 headed to Tel Aviv, carrying 174 passengers.
- The Omani co-pilot attacked the Indian captain with an axe as the plane approached Israel.
- The plane dropped about 14,000 feet in less than 30 seconds during the attack.
- Injured captain Smit Machchhar helped reopen the cockpit door, allowing others to help.
- Passengers and crew overcame the co-pilot and took control of the plane.
- The plane landed safely in Saudi Arabia, where the co-pilot was arrested.
- Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu confirmed the co-pilot was influenced by Islamist radical beliefs.
- President Donald Trump called the arrestee "perhaps a terrorist or perhaps a whack-job," noting evidence points to terrorism.
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