Israeli Military's 'Global Trade' Protocol Revealed After Flydubai Hijacking Attempt
Translated & summarized from i24NEWS Arabic by baba
Israel's military protocol for civilian hijacking attempts, codenamed "Global Trade," was activated during a September 30 Flydubai incident. The protocol directs the Air Force to use fighter jets to neutralize threats and protect strategic assets. It allows for interception, escort, and potential downing of hijacked aircraft. The activation underscores the need for rapid threat assessment and balancing safety with damage prevention.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Israel's military protocol for hijacking attempts is codenamed "Global Trade."
- The protocol was activated during a September 30 Flydubai hijacking attempt.
- Fighter jets are deployed to neutralize hijackers and protect strategic assets.
- The protocol allows for interception, escort, and potential downing of hijacked aircraft.
- It requires rapid decisions to balance passenger safety and prevent wider damage.
The Israeli military's secret code name for its protocol to handle civilian aircraft hijacking attempts, "Global Trade," has been revealed. This protocol was activated during an attempted hijacking of a Flydubai flight on September 30. The protocol outlines the Israeli Air Force's response mechanism, involving fighter jets intervening to neutralize hijackers or armed individuals and prevent the escalation of the incident. Its objectives extend beyond passenger and crew safety to include protecting strategic assets from potential damage. The "Global Trade" order allows for fighter jets to intercept and escort the civilian aircraft, with provisions for shooting it down under specific circumstances or directing it to land at a secure airport. The activation of this protocol during the Flydubai incident highlights the swift decision-making required to assess threats and balance passenger safety with preventing wider damage.
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