After the terror flight: Al-Qaeda's new threat to Israel and the US

Following the attempted attack on a Flydubai flight, Al-Qaeda has issued an explicit call for copycat attacks against Western and Israeli aircraft and targets. In a new publication by terror supporters, referencing the September 11 attacks and the actions of the pilot-terrorist, the organization threatens that planes carrying "Zionists and Americans" remain in the crosshairs.

Following the attempted attack on a Flydubai flight, the Al-Qaeda organization has issued an explicit and dangerous call for copycat attacks against Western and Israeli aircraft and targets. In a new publication by terror supporters, which directly references the September 11 attacks and the actions of the pilot-terrorist, the organization threatens that planes carrying "Zionists and Americans" remain in the crosshairs and could be targeted. In a detailed incitement article distributed on social media, Al-Qaeda activists wove memories of the September 11 attacks alongside praise for the actions of the co-pilot involved in the incident. Terror experts and intelligence officials noted that the distribution style and messages indicate an effort to recruit supporters for independent actions and encourage "lone wolf" attacks. International authorities' investigations are focusing on examining digital materials and social media accounts of those involved. Security systems in the US, Israel, and regional countries are raising alert levels.