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Netanyahu links Flydubai attack to election security warnings
What happened
The co-pilot attacked the captain with a cockpit crash axe and attempted to take control of the aircraft. The attack was thwarted by the captain and passengers who intervened, forcing the attacker to be subdued. The flight landed safely in Saudi Arabia.
Why it matters
The incident has become entangled in Israel's election campaign, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu citing it as evidence of security threats and his opponents questioning the handling of intelligence and public warnings. The incident has raised questions about the country's screening system and whether warning signs were missed or insufficiently shared across borders. The investigation is ongoing.
Key facts
- The incident occurred on a Flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv.
- The co-pilot allegedly attacked the captain with a cockpit crash axe.
- The attack was thwarted by the captain and passengers who intervened.
- The flight landed safely in Saudi Arabia.
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