Israel's Finance Minister Calls for Harsh Punishment After Dubai Flight Hijacking Attempt
Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich reacted strongly to an attempted hijacking of a Flydubai flight bound for Israel, which was diverted to Tabuk, Saudi Arabia. Smotrich stated that anyone who attempts to murder Israelis should face the same punishment as if they had succeeded, emphasizing that intent should be the basis for legal consequences.
"Whoever tried to crash a plane and murder 180 Israelis must pay as if he murdered. He and any country or terror organization that sent him," Smotrich wrote on social media. He also vowed to pursue and destroy Israel's enemies, quoting scripture. The minister praised the passengers who reportedly intervened to thwart the hijacking attempt, preventing a potential disaster.
The incident occurred on Flydubai flight FZ1073, en route from Dubai to Ben Gurion Airport. According to the airline, the plane landed safely in Tabuk, with all passengers and crew secure. Reports indicate that passengers on board managed to overpower the suspect, preventing the hijacking. Local authorities in Saudi Arabia are handling the situation, and Flydubai is cooperating with relevant agencies.
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