War and security
Flydubai Co‑Pilot Commits Axe Attack on Tel Aviv‑Bound Flight
Co‑pilot previously barred by Oman for extremist views
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Israel Lists 170 People Killed in Gaza Who It Says Were Militants Posing as Media Workers
The Israeli military released an investigation that names 170 individuals in Gaza as militants who disguised themselves as journalists, sparking disagreement with a journalists’ group over the count.
War and security
Flydubai attack suspect was banned from flying by Oman over extremism concerns
Reported by The Age - Latest News and World News - Breaking News, Top Stories. First detected October 3, 2026 at 00:55 UTC.
War and security
FlyDubai Attack Raises Questions About Pilot Background Checks
An incident involving a FlyDubai flight has prompted experts to call for tighter scrutiny of pilot vetting procedures, including health screenings and criminal criminality checks. The inquiry into the attack underscores gaps that have allowed radicalization or hidden mental health issues to slip through existing safeguards.
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Police foil bandit attack, recover rocket launchers in Sokoto
Reported by Daily Post Nigeria and Tribune Online. First detected October 2, 2026 at 18:01 UTC.
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Pilot opens cockpit door during Flydubai attack, allowing passengers to overpower co‑pilot
In a tense struggle, the pilot is hailed as a hero after enabling passengers to subdue an attacker
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'Fighting for my life': pilot recalls FlyDubai attack
Reported by PerthNow and Brisbane Times - Latest News. First detected October 2, 2026 at 08:09 UTC.
War and security
Was chanting Hanuman Chalisa: Capt Smit recounts flydubai attack, speaks to PM
Reported by Free Press Journal and India Today | Latest Stories. First detected October 2, 2026 at 06:42 UTC.
War and security
Egypt's Intelligence Chief Warns Israel of Major Gaza Attack
On September 26, 2023, Abbas Kamel met Israeli leaders to alert them to a growing threat in Gaza.
War and security
Putin praises PM Modi's Ukraine peace efforts, says he has good ideas to end war
Reported by India Today | Latest Stories and Free Press Journal. First detected October 2, 2026 at 02:18 UTC.
War and security
Co‑Pilot Attacks Pilot on FlyDubai Flight, Prompting Investigation
Investigation seeks motive after the cockpit assault on Oct. 1
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Israeli Politicians Trade Barbs Over FlyDubai Attack
FlyDubai attack dominates Netanyahu’s election campaign