{
  "id": 16788178,
  "title": "Protecting human life is the highest duty, Gargash says in tribute to flydubai crew",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/27/protecting-human-life-is-the-highest-duty-gargash-says-in-tribute-to",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-27T18:48:02.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Gulf News",
    "slug": "gulf-news",
    "url": "https://gulfnews.com/uae/protecting-human-life-is-the-highest-duty-gargash-says-in-tribute-to-flydubai-crew-1.500726152"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Dubai's diplomatic adviser, Dr Anwar Gargash, has commended the bravery of the flydubai crew who were honored by President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan for their actions during a security incident last month. The crew's decision to prioritize passenger safety earned them the prestigious Order of Zayed II, First Class. Gargash emphasized that protecting human life is the highest duty, underscoring the crew's exceptional heroism in the face of adversity. The incident occurred on flydubai flight FZ1073 on September 30 when the plane was forced to divert to Saudi Arabia following a cockpit altercation. The crew's swift action in securing the aircraft and ensuring passenger safety was recognized by the UAE's Crown Prince, Deputy Prime Minister, and Minister of Defence, Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, who presented the honors on behalf of the President.",
  "summary": "Dubai: Dr Anwar Gargash, Diplomatic Adviser to the UAE President, has praised the courage and composure of the flydubai crew honoured by President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan for protecting passengers during a security incident last month. In a post on X, Gargash said the decision to award the crew the Order of Zayed II, First Class, is a fitting tribute to the bravery and…",
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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."
}