Flydubai Flight Reports Security Incident En Route to Tel Aviv
Summary
A Flydubai passenger plane flying from Dubai to Tel Aviv reported a security incident and activated an emergency code linked to a possible hijacking attempt. Israeli authorities raised alert levels and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu convened a high-level security meeting as the situation unfolded.
Key Points
- A Flydubai passenger plane en route from Dubai to Tel Aviv reported a security incident on Wednesday morning.
- The aircraft activated an emergency code related to a possible hijacking attempt and sent a distress signal, according to Army Radio.
- Israeli Air Force fighter jets were kept on standby after the alert was raised.
- Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reportedly called a high-level security meeting with defense officials.
