Saudi Arabia reluctant to fully cooperate with Israel during attempted flydubai hijacking

Israeli officials faced Saudi Arabia's reluctance to fully cooperate during the attempted flydubai hijacking incident on Wednesday, despite years of claimed warm understandings between the two countries. While Saudi Arabia assisted Israeli passengers, they did not provide full cooperation, including arranging rescue flights or sharing precise details from their initial investigation.

Mossad had to work to verify the identities of the new flight crew to reassure passengers. This incident highlights the gap between public relations and behind-the-scenes dynamics, as well as Saudi Arabia's concern over this divide. Despite the lack of cooperation, Israel continues to request a full partnership in the investigation alongside Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.

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