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Shin Bet Assists UAE in Probe of Flydubai Co-Pilot's Alleged Crash Plot
Israeli Shin Bet officials are assisting the UAE in investigating an Omani co-pilot accused of attempting to crash a flydubai flight to Tel Aviv. The co-pilot, Hamam al-Hammami, reportedly acted alone and was motivated by revenge against Israel, though his past travels and potential recruitment are under scrutiny. The incident has prompted a review of aviation security protocols in Israel.
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- 01Shin Bet is aiding UAE in probing flydubai co-pilot Hamam al-Hammami's alleged crash plot.
- 02Al-Hammami reportedly acted alone, motivated by revenge against Israel.
- 03Investigators are examining his extensive travel and potential recruitment.
- 04The alleged plot targeted Ben Gurion Airport or a U.S. military base in Jordan.
- 05The attack was thwarted by the captain and other passengers.
- 06The incident has exposed security gaps in foreign airline operations to Israel.
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