Israeli Fighter Jets Intercept Passenger Plane Reporting Hijacking Over Turkey
An Electra Airways passenger plane, operating under the Israeli airline LOT, was intercepted by two Israeli Air Force fighter jets after the pilot reportedly activated a hijacking alert. The flight originated from Warsaw and issued the hijack warning while flying over Turkish airspace. Subsequently, the plane flew over Cyprus but was denied landing permission there, prompting it to turn around and return on its route. Aviation industry officials described the incident as highly unusual and dangerous. An immediate investigation into the event has been launched to determine the circumstances and ensure aviation safety.
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