Alleged Flydubai hijacker likely wanted to target Israel’s Ben Gurion Airport, sources say
- Posted on October 5, 2026
- By CNN
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In brief
Israeli intelligence sources suggest the Flydubai flight hijacking incident was orchestrated with the intention of targeting Ben Gurion Airport, serving as Israel's primary international aviation hub. The alleged perpetrator's motivations and operational objectives indicate a deliberate plan to strike at the nation's critical aviation infrastructure. Security officials are investigating the incident's broader implications for regional air travel safety and counterterrorism measures.
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Alleged Flydubai hijacker likely wanted to target Israel’s Ben Gurion Airport, sources say
The alleged hijacker of the Flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv likely wanted to target Israel’s Ben Gurion Airport, the country’s main international gateway, according to an Israeli official and an Israeli source familiar with the matter.
