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UAE prosecutor says Flydubai co-pilot attempted terrorist attack
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- 11:56 AM UTC
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- United Arab Emirates
UAE Prosecutor General Hamad Saif Al Shamsi said the Flydubai FZ1073 co-pilot used a cockpit crash axe in an attempted terrorist attack on the Israel-bound flight. The investigation into the incident remains ongoing.
Why it matters
The UAE’s formal terrorism characterization can shape aviation-security measures and Flydubai’s decision on restoring Israel services.
Source
- The Guardiantheguardian.comPublished
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