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Ongoing Story· Day 3

Flydubai Passenger Recounts Pilot Stabbing, Near-Crash During Flight

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Security · Full coverage

Israel's Transport Ministry Faces Criticism After FlyDubai Hijacking Attempt

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Israel's Transport Ministry Faces Criticism After FlyDubai Hijacking Attempt
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What happened

Israel's Ministry of Transport is facing increased criticism from security officials after an attempted hijacking of a FlyDubai plane. Critics allege the ministry ignored Shin Bet warnings about UAE airport security and allowed pilots from non-diplomatic nations to fly for FlyDubai, leading to a security breach.

  • 01Israeli security officials criticize the Transport Ministry for ignoring warnings.
  • 02Shin Bet is responsible for Israeli airline security worldwide.
  • 03The Transport Ministry allegedly allowed pilots from non-diplomatic countries to fly.
  • 04An Omani co-pilot attempted to hijack a FlyDubai flight.
  • 05Shin Bet head suspended Israeli airline flights from the UAE.

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People
OrganizationsShin Bet, Ministry of Transport, El Al, Arkia, Israir, Air Haifa, FlyDubai
PlacesUnited Arab Emirates, Israel, Oman

Full coverage · 3 newsrooms

The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.

NEWSru IsraelOther outlets · Russian15 minutes ago
Israel's Transport Ministry Faces Criticism After FlyDubai Hijacking Attempt
MaarivCenter · Hebrew2 hours ago
Israel Seeks Accountability After UAE Security Lapse Allowed Hijacking Attempt
BizportalOther outlets · Hebrew6 hours ago
Israel to Vet Foreign Pilots Flying to the Country After Dubai Incident