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Dubai-Tel Aviv flight lands in Saudi Arabia after issuing distress signal

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Flydubai flight diverted to Saudi Arabia after distress signal

A Flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv carrying around 180 passengers was diverted to Saudi Arabia on Wednesday after issuing a distress signal. Israeli officials initially investigated a possible hijacking but later clarified it was not believed to be one, reportedly involving a physical altercation between pilots.

Sep 30, 2026·7 sourcesIsrael-Palestine ConflictMiddle East mediationDubaiSaudi Arabia
Flydubai flight diverted to Saudi Arabia after distress signal
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