President Herzog to Recommend Woman for Civilian Heroism Award After Dubai Flight Incident

President Isaac Herzog announced Thursday his intention to recommend Tali Mans, wife of Zvika Mans, for the 'President's Award for Civilian Heroism.' This follows additional testimonies detailing Mans' significant role during a recent Flydubai flight from Dubai to Israel.

According to the President's Residence, Mans was the first to alert passengers to the commotion originating from the cockpit, calling for assistance. Her call prompted other passengers to help subdue the assailant. Even after the perpetrator was neutralized, Mans continued to act, urging pilots in the rear of the plane to reach the cockpit and help regain control.

"Tali, as we learn more about what happened in those dramatic moments, it becomes clear how significant your part was in saving the lives of the passengers," President Herzog told her during a phone call. He added, "You heard something terrible was happening, you immediately understood the magnitude of the danger, you alerted, you called for help, and you did not stop acting even after the assailant was neutralized. The resourcefulness, responsibility, and composure you showed in moments of life-threatening danger are civilian heroism in the fullest sense of the word."

President Herzog expressed pride and gratitude on behalf of Israel, stating, "You are a hero, Tali, and I am proud of you and thank you on behalf of the State of Israel. I intend to recommend to the advisory committee that you also be awarded the President's Award for Civilian Heroism."

Previously, President Herzog had announced his intention to recommend four other Israelis for the award for their actions during the incident: Yaniv Hayun, Dr. Shota Musaev, Zvika Mans, and Assaf Rejwan. The addition of Tali Mans comes after further evidence emerged regarding her crucial contributions.