Israeli Passengers Rescued From Hijacked Flight Arrive Home
Translated & summarized from Mako by baba
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- Israeli passengers rescued from a hijacked flight have returned home.
- The Mossad reportedly intervened to facilitate the rescue flight.
- Passengers bravely overpowered the alleged hijacker on board.
- The incident is being investigated with suspected nationalistic motives.
- Heightened security was in place for the passengers' arrival.
An Israeli rescue flight carrying passengers from a FlyDubai flight that was apparently hijacked has landed safely in Israel. The flight departed from Saudi Arabia after the Mossad intervened and approved the flight crew, reportedly to prevent a repeat of the incident. The passengers had been on a flight where the co-pilot allegedly attempted to crash the plane.
Upon arrival at Ben Gurion Airport, heightened security measures were in place, including numerous police vehicles and security personnel. Families of the passengers were waiting in a dedicated room to be reunited with their loved ones. Prime Minister Netanyahu was expected to greet the passengers.
Passengers recounted harrowing moments during the incident, describing how they bravely subdued the alleged assailant. One passenger, Daniel, explained that he heard a loud noise and saw one pilot stab another, while two other pilots took control of the aircraft, stopping it from spiraling. He likened the fear to the 9/11 attacks.
Another passenger described seeing blood on the floor and hearing screams. She stated that three Israelis and crew members "pounced on the pilot" and managed to restrain him. During the ordeal, passengers prayed and recited the "Shema Yisrael" prayer. The plane made an emergency landing, and the full gravity of the situation became clear only after landing.
Reports suggest the incident had nationalistic motives. Passengers expressed relief and gratitude for the actions of those who intervened, preventing a potential catastrophe.
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