Netanyahu Praises Indian Pilot Who Thwarted Hijacking Attempt
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- Netanyahu praised an Indian pilot for bravery.
- The pilot thwarted a hijacking attempt.
- He saved 174 lives, including Israelis.
- The pilot was injured during the struggle.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has issued a commendation for the "extraordinary courage" of Indian pilot Captain Smit Maher, who single-handedly thwarted a hijacking attempt. According to Netanyahu's statement, Maher was "stabbed and seriously injured" during the incident but fought back, opened the cockpit door, and allowed passengers and crew to subdue the attacker.
Netanyahu stated that Maher's "brave actions" saved the lives of 174 people on board, including Israeli and foreign nationals. The Prime Minister concluded his remarks by wishing Maher a "swift and complete recovery," calling him a "true hero."
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