Omani Resident: Peace is a Cornerstone of Our Nation Amidst Pilot's Hijacking Attempt
Translated & summarized from Kan News by baba
An Omani resident, Talal Al-Said, stated that peace is a cornerstone of Omani society, expressing disbelief regarding the attempted hijacking of a Flydubai flight by an Omani co-pilot. The co-pilot, Haitham Al-Amami, allegedly attacked the captain on a flight two weeks ago. Oman has recently strengthened ties with Iran and distanced itself from Israel, with Israeli perception in the Sultanate turning negative following the war in Gaza.
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- Omani resident Talal Al-Said stated peace is a cornerstone of his nation's identity.
- An Omani co-pilot, Haitham Al-Amami, attempted to hijack a Flydubai flight two weeks ago.
- Al-Amami reportedly worked for Oman's national airline for seven years before being moved due to extremist views.
- Oman has grown closer to Iran and more distant from Israel since Sultan Qaboos's death.
- Israel is viewed negatively in Oman following the war in Gaza.
- Oman maintains a policy of neutrality in international relations.
A resident of Oman, Talal Al-Said, stated that the ability to live in peace is a fundamental characteristic of Omani citizens, expressing surprise and difficulty in believing reports about the co-pilot of a Flydubai flight, who is of Omani origin, attempting to hijack the plane. The co-pilot, Haitham Al-Amami, reportedly attacked the Indian captain during the flight, which occurred approximately two weeks ago. Reports indicate that Al-Amami had worked for Oman's national airline for seven years before being moved to a management position due to extremist views.
Al-Said emphasized Oman's commitment to neutrality in international relations, maintaining equal ties with Arab nations and the wider world. He noted that since the war in Gaza began following the Hamas attack on October 7th, Israel has been viewed very negatively in Oman. The article also mentions that since the death of Sultan Qaboos and the ascension of his cousin Haitham bin Tarik, Oman has drawn closer to Iran and distanced itself from Israel.
While the Omani authorities have remained silent on the incident, they are reportedly distancing themselves from the co-pilot's actions.
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