Israel blocked Flydubai flights - what lies behind the ban
Israel refused to allow Flydubai to resume flights after a hijacking attempt. Authorities deemed the carrier's measures insufficient, despite employee dismissals. The suspension of flights has been extended until the end of October. Transport Minister Miri Regev and the Civil Aviation Authority rejected the company's request, citing gross violations of agreements.
Israel blocked the resumption of Flydubai flights following an attempted hijacking incident. Despite the completion of an internal investigation and the dismissal of employees responsible for security, Israeli authorities considered the measures taken insufficient. Transport Minister Miri Regev and the Civil Aviation Authority rejected the carrier's request. The ministry claims that Flydubai deliberately and grossly violated previously signed agreements. The company's status, partially owned by the state, gives the incident an interstate dimension. Israel demands full information about the circumstances of the incident and the development of new security procedures. The suspension of flights has been extended until at least the end of October.