Flydubai Co-Pilot Acted Alone in Hijacking Attempt, Israel Says
Translated & summarized from i24NEWS Arabic by baba
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- Flydubai co-pilot left Saudi Arabia for Abu Dhabi after hijacking attempt.
- Israeli assessment suggests hijacker acted as a lone wolf.
- U.S. warns of strong retaliation against Iran if involved.
- Investigations into the incident are continuing.
- Diplomatic efforts aim to prevent escalation.
Flydubai announced that the co-pilot involved in the attempted hijacking of a flight has departed Saudi Arabia for Abu Dhabi, accompanied by a security team. An Israeli source told i24NEWS that initial assessments suggest the hijacker acted as a "lone wolf" without direction from any external entity, though investigations are ongoing. The United States has warned Iran of a "very powerful strike" should its involvement in the hijacking attempt be confirmed. The incident occurs amidst heightened military activity and escalating threats against Iran, alongside diplomatic efforts to de-escalate tensions.
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