According to i24NEWS, The New York Times reports that Hamam al-Hammami, the suspect in the attempted hijacking of a Flydubai flight, is expected to face the death penalty. The report follows earlier statements by UAE prosecutors who classified the incident as attempted terrorism and indicated the possible penalty.
The New York Times reports that Hamam al-Hammami, the co-pilot who allegedly attacked the captain of a Dubai–Tel Aviv Flydubai flight on September 30, is expected to face the death penalty, according to i24NEWS. The report aligns with earlier statements by UAE prosecutors, who officially classified the cockpit assault as an attempted terrorist act and noted that the suspect could face capital punishment under UAE law. Prosecutors are also investigating al-Hammami’s alleged extremist views and foreign connections, as well as how he was hired despite reportedly being barred from flying in Oman. The incident, in which the captain was wounded and passengers subdued the attacker, prompted a sweeping security review and statements by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warning of a severe response if external direction is confirmed. Israeli media and prosecutors have described the plot as an attempt to crash the aircraft into Ben-Gurion Airport, though the investigation continues. The Zioneer has reported extensively on the developments, including cockpit footage and Netanyahu’s remarks.
4 developments
- DevelopingSaudi, Jordanian fighter jets scrambled alongside IAF during Flydubai emergency, Israeli media reports
- StrongItalian investigation reveals Flydubai co-pilot attacked captain with emergency axe, shut down both engines over Saudi desert
- DevelopingSaudi airports suspend flights after attack from Yemen, Iranian media report
- StrongNew footage from Flydubai flight reveals moments of horror
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