A FlyDubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv was diverted to Saudi Arabia after a violent incident in the cockpit. An Israeli security source reported that one pilot stabbed the other and attempted to crash the plane. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that passengers, mostly Israelis, managed to subdue the attacker and stabilize the aircraft. The plane landed safely in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia, and the incident is being investigated as a potential terror attack. The flight experienced a rapid descent and emergency signals were sent before landing. Netanyahu praised the passengers’ bravery and instructed security to prepare for further threats. FlyDubai confirmed the incident and is working to return passengers safely to Israel.
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Tel Aviv flight passengers sprang into action after pilot stabbed copilot: Officials
