Israeli Passenger Thwarts Deadly Hijacking Attempt on Dubai Flight
An attempted hijacking of a flight from Dubai was thwarted early this morning by an Israeli passenger and crew members, according to Prime Minister Netanyahu. During the flight, one pilot reportedly stabbed the other and attempted to crash the plane, causing it to enter a spin and begin diving.
An Israeli passenger and a flight attendant managed to break into the cockpit and subdue the assailant pilot. Additional crew members then stabilized the aircraft, averting a potential catastrophe. The pilot who carried out the stabbing is currently being investigated by Saudi authorities.
Prime Minister Netanyahu stated that he has instructed Israel's security systems to prepare for further potential threats. The full details of the incident and the identities of those involved are still emerging.
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