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Netanyahu invites ‘true hero’ Indian flydubai captain to Israel

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What happened

Mr.Netanyahu told him he was amazed at his courage and his ability to stay cool under impossible conditions…

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  • Reported by The Hindu and published Sat, 03 Oct 2026 19:38:26 UTC.

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  1. FlyDubai pilot tells his survival story in emotional call with Indian leader

  2. FlyDubai co-pilot accused of stabbing captain identified as 29-year-old Omani national

  3. flydubai attack: Dubai Crown Prince praises Indian pilot Machchhar

  4. Flydubai co-pilot attacked captain with axe, UAE official says

  5. 'Crazy' FlyDubai landing explained by Israeli pilot, who offers steps to prevent future crises

  6. Netanyahu invites ‘true hero’ Indian flydubai captain to Israel

  7. Watch: Netanyahu invites PM Modi, pilot Machchhar to Israel I-Day

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flydubai attack: Dubai Crown Prince praises Indian pilot Machchhar

‘We are proud that he is part of our team… part of the story of our nation… and part of what the UAE stands for… a nation of compassion… a nation of peace… and a nation of life,’ said the Crown Prince…

Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by The Hindu