Bennett Slams Netanyahu Over Response to Hijacking Attempt
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- Bennett criticized Netanyahu's response to the hijacking attempt.
- Katz labeled the incident a "Jihadist attempted terror attack."
- Passengers' bravery prevented a disaster on the flight.
- Herzog highlighted strong Israeli-UAE cooperation against terror.
- US Ambassador praised Israeli partnership and passenger heroism.
Former Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett sharply criticized current Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu following an attempted airplane hijacking, stating Netanyahu should focus on security rather than issuing warnings. Bennett's remarks came amid political fallout and debate over the intelligence and warnings that preceded the incident.
Defense Minister Israel Katz characterized the event as a "Jihadist attempted terror attack," suggesting the suspect intended to crash the plane with its 180 passengers. This stance was echoed by Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, who argued the suspect should face consequences as if the murders had occurred.
President Isaac Herzog praised the passengers' bravery and quick thinking in preventing the disaster, emphasizing the strong alliance with the United Arab Emirates and their cooperation in combating terrorism. "They are our partners and our allies and fight terrorism with us," Herzog stated.
Other political figures, including Yair Golan and Ofer Winter, also lauded the passengers' actions, comparing their courage to that shown on October 7th. Meanwhile, US Ambassador to Israel Mike Mccallum expressed pride in Israel as a partner, highlighting the passengers' heroism against terrorism.
Culture and Sports Minister Miki Zohar publicly thanked Saudi Arabia for its hospitality towards the Israeli passengers after the plane landed there. Foreign Minister Eli Cohen discussed strengthening bilateral relations and counter-terrorism efforts with his UAE counterpart, Abdullah bin Zayed.
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