Yaniv Hayun — Israel news coverage in English

FlyDubai Pilot's Attack Linked to Gaza War, No Accomplices Found

An investigation into an attempted terror attack on a FlyDubai flight to Tel Aviv reveals the co-pilot, Hamam Al-Hammami, claimed revenge for Gaza as his motive. While no accompli…

Security8h ago4·6 outlets

Passenger Recounts Near-Disaster on FlyDubai Flight After Co-Pilot Attack

An Israeli passenger described how a FlyDubai flight from Dubai to Israel was nearly lost on September 30 after the co-pilot attacked the captain. Passengers subdued the assailant…

Security11h ago

Seven Unanswered Questions Linger Three Years After October 7th Massacre

Three years after the October 7th massacre, a Kan News project explores seven lingering questions about the events and their aftermath. Topics include the possibility of earlier h…

Security12h ago

Omani Co-Pilot Planned 9/11-Style Attack on Israel, Report Says

An Omani co-pilot planned a 9/11-style attack on Israel, intending to crash a Flydubai flight into Ben Gurion Airport or Tel Aviv skyscrapers. Security lapses allowed the suspect…

Culture12h ago

Maggid Connects Plane Incident to Torah Lessons on Courage

A rabbi used a passenger's bravery on a diving plane to discuss biblical themes of responsibility and courage, questioning whether people will act in their own life crises.

Sports12h ago·1 outlets

Basketball Team Honors Hero of Dubai Flight Rescue

Israeli basketball club Ironi Ness Ziona honored Yaniv Hayun, a local resident hailed as a hero for his actions on a flight from Dubai. Hayun and his family were invited as guests…

Security13h ago

Israel Faces Global Skepticism Over Hamas Sexual Violence on Oct. 7

A former Israeli National Security Council official explained the challenges in proving Hamas's systematic sexual violence on October 7th to the world. She detailed the evidence g…

Security16h ago

Flydubai Hijacking Attempt Pushed Plane to Brink of Midair Breakup

An attempted hijacking of a Flydubai flight on September 30, 2026, pushed the Boeing 737 MAX to its structural limits during an extreme dive, nearly causing it to break apart mida…

Culture17h ago

Fauda Star Lior Raz Jokes About Plumbing Skills on Delayed Flight

Actor Lior Raz made a joke about plumbing on a delayed Flydubai flight, referencing a recent incident where Israeli passengers, including a plumber, were praised for their resourc…

Security17h ago

FlyDubai Co-Pilot Planned Attack Before Joining Airline, Report Says

Co-pilot Hamam al-Hammami confessed to planning a terrorist attack before joining FlyDubai, reportedly seeking flights to Tel Aviv. Investigations reveal potential security lapses…

Politics19h ago

Journalist Ben Caspit Taunts Netanyahu to Accept Debate Challenge

Journalist Ben Caspit challenged Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to a televised debate with Gadi Eisenkot, questioning his reluctance. The radio hosts also discussed memorial da…

Culture20h ago

Assuta Ashdod Hospital to Mark October 7 with 'Between the Sights' Exhibition

Assuta Ashdod Public Hospital is launching "Between the Sights," an exhibition on October 14 featuring photos by reservists and stories from medical staff who treated casualties f…

Security20h ago

International Team Formed to Raise Awareness of Hamas Sexual Violence

A special team was formed to raise international awareness of Hamas's sexual violence, uncovering numerous incidents from October 7th and hostage captivity. The team focused on di…

Politics21h ago

Journalist Slams Netanyahu's Refusal to Debate Eisenkot

Journalist Ben Caspit criticized Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for refusing a debate with MK Gadi Eisenkot, calling Netanyahu a "cowardly esteemed sir" and arguing he has no r…

Economy21h ago

Novolog Navigates Post-Crisis Recovery and Investor Potential

Israeli healthcare logistics company Novolog is undergoing a recovery and strategic shift after a major operational crisis in early 2025 caused by a new SAP system implementation…

Security1d ago

Israel Demands Accountability After Flydubai Hijacking Attempt

Israel is investigating security failures after a flydubai flight hijacking attempt was thwarted by passengers and crew. Authorities are grappling with accountability as agencies…

Security1d ago7·4 outlets

Passengers Subdue Co-Pilot in Flydubai Hijacking Attempt on Tel Aviv Flight

A Flydubai co-pilot attacked the captain and attempted to crash flight FZ1073 into Tel Aviv before passengers intervened. The plane was diverted to Saudi Arabia, where it landed s…

Culture1d ago

Artist Demands NIS 600,000 Over Memorial Credit Dispute

Artist Sarah Konforti is suing the Kfar Yona municipality for NIS 600,000, claiming her name was removed from a memorial she created for the Beit Lid bombing victims. She alleges…

Culture1d ago

Chief Rabbis Join Yemenite Rabbis for Sukkot Celebration

Israel's Chief Rabbis joined dozens of Yemenite rabbis and community leaders for a Sukkot celebration in Ahi'ezer, honoring Yemenite Jewish traditions and heritage. The event unde…

Sports1d ago

Hapoel Haifa Wins Thrilling 4-3 Friendly Against Hapoel Tel Aviv

Hapoel Haifa defeated Hapoel Tel Aviv 4-3 in a friendly soccer match after leading 4-0. Hapoel Tel Aviv nearly completed a comeback in the second half but fell short.

Security1d ago

IDF Chief of Staff Outlines New Security Doctrine Post-October 7 Failures

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir presented a new security doctrine focused on preparing for surprise attacks and preempting threats, following the failures of October 7. He acknowled…

Security1d ago

Flydubai Attack A 'Success' Due to Israeli Security Failures, Opinion Piece Argues

An opinion piece argues that a flydubai plane incident, where a radicalized pilot flew hundreds of Israelis, represents a major Israeli security failure. The author criticizes the…

Security1d ago·2 outlets

Israel Investigates Flydubai Hijacking Attempt as Lone Wolf Attack

An Israeli investigation suggests a recent Flydubai hijacking attempt was a lone wolf attack, with the co-pilot targeting a building in Israel. Israeli and international intellige…

Security1d ago6·8 outlets

Two Off-Duty Pilots Avert Flydubai Hijacking Attempt, Land Plane in Saudi Arabia

Two off-duty pilots aboard a Flydubai flight intervened when a co-pilot allegedly attempted to hijack the plane. They took control of the aircraft and landed it safely in Saudi Ar…

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Flydubai Incident Highlights Israeli Resourcefulness Amidst Terror Attempt

An alleged terror attempt by a co-pilot on a flydubai flight to Israel was thwarted by the captain and passengers, leading to an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia. The incident is…

Security1d ago·4 outlets

Flydubai Pilot May Have Shut Down Engines During Attack

An investigation into a Flydubai flight incident suggests the co-pilot who attacked the captain may have shut down the aircraft's engines. The theory is based on evidence like the…

Culture1d ago

Singer Odia Azulai Fulfills Dream of Girl Rescued on Flydubai Flight

Singer Odia Azulai met with Amit, the daughter of Yaniv Hayun, a passenger who helped during a recent Flydubai flight emergency. The meeting was arranged by the Mayor of Ness Zion…

Security1d ago

Grieving Sister Recounts Near-Death Flight Experience at Soldier's Memorial

Miriam Ohayon, sister of a soldier killed on October 7th, shared her experience of surviving a hijacking attempt on her flight to Israel. She recounted the terror of the incident…

Culture1d ago

Kabbalist Reveals Rabbi Elazar Abuchatzira's Prophecy About Channel 2000

Kabbalist Rabbi Yosef Biton shared a prophecy from the late Rabbi Elazar Abuchatzira that the Messiah would speak through Channel 2000, during a holiday event supporting the organ…

Economy1d ago

Menora Insurance's Investment in Electra Real Estate Highlights Conflict of Interest

Menora Insurance's substantial investment in Electra Real Estate, despite the latter's financial struggles and a significant stock decline, has exposed potential conflicts of inte…

Politics1d ago

Journalist Criticized for Amplifying Minor Online Comments Ahead of Elections

Journalist Yaron Avraham is criticized for focusing on minor social media posts instead of a significant aviation incident. Critics argue this framing could inadvertently aid Prim…

Culture1d ago

Actor Sharon Alexander Clarifies Remarks on 'Bibiists'

Israeli actor Sharon Alexander clarified his controversial remarks about Yaniv Hayun, a hero of the Flydubai flight. Alexander stated his criticism was aimed at political stereoty…

General1d ago2·2 outlets

Israeli Plumber Yaniv Hayon Gains Unexpected Fame in US After Heroic Act on FlyDubai Flight

Israeli plumber Yaniv Hayon, who bravely intervened on a FlyDubai flight, has become an unexpected celebrity in the U.S. His heroic actions and profession have garnered significan…

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Hero of Flydubai Flight Shares Profound Insight After Attack

Assaf Radwan, a passenger who helped thwart an attack on a Flydubai flight, shared a profound realization that every passenger played a role. He also described a deeply moving exp…

Security1d ago·3 outlets

Israelis Aid UAE Probe into Flydubai Pilot's Terror Plot Targeting Azrieli Towers

An investigation into a foiled terror plot on a Flydubai flight is underway in Abu Dhabi, with Israeli Mossad agents and aviation experts participating alongside Saudi, US, and UA…

Security1d ago

New Initiative Aims to Settle Reserve Soldiers in Border Communities

The "Homes for Warriors" initiative is launching a pilot program to help ten reserve soldier families purchase homes in Gaza envelope communities with $100,000 grants, aiming to a…

Security1d ago

Israelis Question Responsibility Amidst National Crises

An article questions accountability in Israel following a near-plane disaster and the handling of the hostage crisis, criticizing Prime Minister Netanyahu and the government's lac…

World1d ago6

Hero Pilot Honored in Israel and India After Rescue

Captain Smit Machher, injured while saving 174 passengers on a Flydubai flight, has been honored by leaders including India's Prime Minister Modi and Israel's Prime Minister Netan…

Politics1d ago

Commentator Slams Political Bias in Reaction to Hero's Story

Commentator Yaron Avraham criticized the political bias shown towards Yaniv Hayun, a man credited with saving 174 lives. Avraham argued that reactions focused on Hayun's alleged p…

Security1d ago

UAE Probes Flydubai Crew for Possible Role in Terror Attempt

UAE authorities are investigating whether a Flydubai flight crew member assisted the co-pilot suspected of a terror attempt. Israeli officials are focusing solely on the co-pilot…

Security2d ago·2 outlets

Israeli Reporter Slams Unexplained Security Failure on Flydubai Flight

Israeli reporter Yulan Cohen criticized the lack of official explanation after an Omani co-pilot attacked the captain on a Flydubai flight. Five Israeli passengers intervened to r…

Culture2d ago

Israeli Playwrights Craft Apocalyptic Musical Reflecting Present-Day Israel

The Israeli musical "Acharit Hayamim" uses an apocalyptic plot involving an Iranian atomic bomb and mass Shabbat observance as a defense mechanism. The play's protagonist becomes…

Security2d ago6·2 outlets

FlyDubai Pilot's Social Media Showed Radical Views, Al-Qaeda Links

CNN reported that deleted social media posts from FlyDubai pilot Hamam al-Hammami revealed links to Al-Qaeda ideology and radical religious views. Al-Hammami attacked the captain…

Culture2d ago·1 outlets

Israel Celebrates Second Hakafot as Holiday Season Concludes

Second hakafot celebrations were held across Israel on Saturday night, extending the Simchat Torah holiday with dancing and singing with Torah scrolls. Events took place in variou…

Security2d ago8·6 outlets

Flydubai Captain Recounts Terror Attack, Netanyahu Hails Him as Hero

A flydubai captain, Smit Machchhar, recounted being attacked by his co-pilot, Hamam al-Hammami, on a flight to Tel Aviv, an incident thwarted by passengers including Israeli Yaniv…

Security2d ago7

Netanyahu Hails Pilot as 'True Hero' After Foiled Hijacking

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu praised Flydubai Captain Smit Machchhar as a "true hero" after Machchhar and passengers thwarted a hijacking attempt by his co-pilot, Ham…

Security2d ago6·5 outlets

Flydubai Passenger Recounts 'Miracle' After Foiling Attack

A Flydubai passenger, Assaf Rejwan, described how passengers collectively foiled an attack by subduing the co-pilot. He highlighted the unique cooperation among travelers and the…

Security2d ago·2 outlets

Flight Data Reveals Terrifying 4.3km Dive on Flydubai Plane

Technical data shows a Flydubai Boeing 737 MAX 8 plunged over 4.3 km in 29 seconds due to an onboard attack. Passengers were saved by basic aviation physics and their own actions…