UAE Prosecutor Orders Probe into Potential Terror Motive in Flydubai Incident
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- UAE prosecutor orders probe into possible terror motive for Flydubai co-pilot.
- Investigation follows Israeli claims of a foiled terror attack.
- Co-pilot reportedly being questioned in Saudi Arabia.
- Passengers and captain subdued assailant, saving the plane.
The Attorney General of the United Arab Emirates has ordered an examination into whether the co-pilot of a Flydubai flight to Tel Aviv acted with a "connection to any terrorist activity or purpose." This marks the first time UAE authorities have publicly acknowledged the possibility of a terror motive behind the incident.
The investigation is ongoing, and the Attorney General cautioned against speculation or the dissemination of unreliable information. A joint investigation team has commenced its work in coordination with the UAE's General Civil Aviation Authority and relevant bodies.
This development follows statements from Israeli officials who asserted the incident was a foiled terror attack, prevented by the passengers and the captain. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated in a CNN interview that he had spoken with UAE President Mohammed bin Zayed, who agreed to Israel's participation in the investigation. The co-pilot is reportedly being questioned in Saudi Arabia.
According to passenger accounts, the co-pilot attempted to stab the captain and hijack the aircraft. The captain, despite sustaining serious injuries during a struggle with his co-pilot, managed to open the cockpit door. Passengers then intervened, subdued the assailant, and saved the plane.
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