Netanyahu Honors Dubai Flight Heroes, Cites 'Civilian Heroism'
Translated & summarized from Davar by baba
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- Netanyahu honored heroes of a Dubai flight for subduing an attacker.
- The heroes will light a torch of "civilian heroism" on Independence Day.
- They recounted the attacker's words, "Kill me," indicating mission failure.
- Netanyahu warned citizens to be vigilant against enemies.
- The Prime Minister praised their heroism and resourcefulness.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met on Wednesday with the individuals hailed as heroes for their actions during a flight from Dubai. The group included Yeniv Hayon, Or Pardilov, Dr. Shota Musayev, and his wife Sigalit. During the meeting at his office, Netanyahu told the heroes, "The entire world sees Israeli heroism. You will light a torch of civilian heroism on Independence Day."
The Prime Minister also heard their "shattering testimony" about their efforts to subdue an attacker on the flight. They recounted how they "tied up the stabbing terrorist with the wire from the headphones." According to their account, the attacker said, "Kill me," which they interpreted as a sign of his mission's failure and his preference for death.
Netanyahu praised their "supreme heroism, resourcefulness, and faith," stating that they prevented a "heavy disaster" and saved "many lives." He urged Israeli citizens to learn from them, to "open their eyes and be vigilant," warning that "our enemies intend to harm us" during this "very sensitive period."
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