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Omani Resident: Peace is a Cornerstone of Our Nation Amidst Pilot's Hijacking Attempt
An Omani resident, Talal Al-Said, stated that peace is a cornerstone of Omani society, expressing disbelief regarding the attempted hijacking of a Flydubai flight by an Omani co-pilot. The co-pilot, Haitham Al-Amami, allegedly attacked the captain on a flight two weeks ago.
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What happened
- 01Omani resident Talal Al-Said stated peace is a cornerstone of his nation's identity.
- 02An Omani co-pilot, Haitham Al-Amami, attempted to hijack a Flydubai flight two weeks ago.
- 03Al-Amami reportedly worked for Oman's national airline for seven years before being moved due to extremist views.
- 04Oman has grown closer to Iran and more distant from Israel since Sultan Qaboos's death.
- 05Israel is viewed negatively in Oman following the war in Gaza.
- 06Oman maintains a policy of neutrality in international relations.
Oman has recently strengthened ties with Iran and distanced itself from Israel, with Israeli perception in the Sultanate turning negative following the war in Gaza.
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