{
  "id": 11006785,
  "title": "Flydubai terror attempt brings to mind the hijackings of 1970s in Israeli consciousness - comment",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/30/flydubai-terror-attempt-brings-to-mind-the-hijackings-of-1970s-in",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-30T18:52:52.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Jerusalem Post",
    "slug": "jerusalem-post",
    "url": "https://www.jpost.com/opinion/article-910225"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "For a brief moment on Wednesday morning, Israelis were transported back to a different era of terror. Not October 7, nor the bus and café bombings of the Second Intifada. Instead, the memories of aircraft hijackings in the 1970s resurfaced, with names like Dawson's Field in Jordan, Sabena, and Entebbe familiar to older Israelis and familiar from history books to younger generations. Suddenly, a routine flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv became a source of national concern when the plane sent an emergency signal indicating a possible hijacking. Israeli fighter jets were dispatched as the aircraft changed course mid-air, leaving Israelis glued to their screens, anxiously awaiting updates. Passengers and their loved ones held their breath, wondering if the plane had been seized and if they would ever be safe again. The tension escalated as reports suggested a possible terrorist attack, with the Omani co-pilot allegedly stabbing the Indian captain and attempting to crash the plane. However, the passengers and crew managed to subdue the suspect, averting a potential disaster. This quick-thinking and bravery brought pride to the Israeli people. As the plane landed safely in Saudi Arabia, relief washed over the nation. While questions lingered about the vetting processes for pilots and the events that transpired in the cockpit, the passengers who overcame the threat displayed extraordinary courage and resourcefulness. The incident also highlighted the contrast between the current regional landscape, with new possibilities like the Abraham Accords, and the enduring threats that still loom over the region. Despite these challenges, the passengers managed to return home safely, reminding Israelis that even in the face of danger, there is a glimmer of hope and unity.",
  "summary": "Israel is a small country, and in moments like these it feels smaller still. People who have never met became “our passengers.” Their survival was a national relief.",
  "key_points": [
    "Israeli consciousness recalls 1970s aircraft hijackings",
    "Fighter jets dispatched as plane changed course mid-air",
    "Passengers and crew subdue suspect, averting disaster"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": "https://urgent.news/ill/11006785.png",
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 6,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Arutz Sheva - Israel National News",
        "title": "Watch: Flydubai fight with Israeli passengers departs Saudi Arabia",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/30/watch-flydubai-fight-with-israeli-passengers-departs-saudi-arabia",
        "published": "2026-09-30T15:21:38.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Jerusalem Post",
        "title": "Gulf media delays reporting on flydubai hijacking, consider Israeli sources unreliable - analysis",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/30/gulf-media-delays-reporting-on-flydubai-hijacking-consider-israeli",
        "published": "2026-09-30T15:24:52.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Middle East Eye",
        "title": "Lebanese media reports Israeli strikes on southeast of the country",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/30/lebanese-media-reports-israeli-strikes-on-southeast-of-the-country",
        "published": "2026-09-30T15:25:26.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Al-Monitor",
        "title": "FlyDubai incident spotlights key global link for Israeli travelers",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/30/flydubai-incident-spotlights-key-global-link-for-israeli-travelers",
        "published": "2026-09-30T16:08:10.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Haaretz",
        "title": "Following flydubai midair drama, Israeli airliners report increased demand",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/30/following-flydubai-midair-drama-israeli-airliners-report-increased",
        "published": "2026-09-30T17:34:02.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}