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Israel Scrambles Jets as Flydubai Flight Diverts Amid Hijacking Fears

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A Flydubai flight en route to Tel Aviv diverted to Saudi Arabia after transmitting emergency signals, prompting Israel to scramble fighter jets. Investigations are ongoing into the cause, with possibilities including a pilot confrontation or attempted hijacking.

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  • Israeli jets scrambled as Flydubai flight diverted amid hijacking fears.
  • Flight FZ1073 landed safely in Saudi Arabia with all passengers unharmed.
  • Investigation underway into potential pilot confrontation or terrorist motive.
  • Israel's Air Force has a protocol for unusual civilian aircraft incidents.
  • Protocol aims to prevent aerial terrorist attacks.
Israel Scrambles Jets as Flydubai Flight Diverts Amid Hijacking Fears
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