Israel's Defense Ministry recognizes Flydubai flight passengers as victims of hostile acts

Israel's Defense Ministry recognized passengers of Flydubai flight FZ1073 as victims of hostile acts, following an investigation. The decision was forwarded to the National Insurance Institute for handling.

Israel's Defense Ministry has officially recognized the attempted attack on a Fly Dubai flight to Israel as a hostile incident, designating the affected passengers as victims of hostile actions. This decision followed formal approval from Israeli investigative bodies and has been forwarded to the National Insurance Institute to manage the passengers' claims and support. The flight, carrying over 170 Israelis from Dubai to Tel Aviv, experienced a severe security breach when the co-pilot attacked and stabbed the captain, causing the aircraft to lose control and plummet. Quick-thinking passengers stormed the cockpit, subdued the assailant, and assisted in stabilizing the plane. The aircraft executed an emergency landing in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia, where local authorities detained the suspect. Prime Minister Netanyahu stated that the co-pilot intended to crash the plane, and the Defense Minister echoed the gravity of the incident. The recognition as a hostile act enables passengers to receive benefits and compensation under Israeli law for victims of terrorism.